Category Archives: Chefs

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What is the ‘Natural Chef’ by CNM?

The Natural Chef College is Accredited by ICSA for their exceptional teaching standards and facilities. But what is 'Natural Chef' and the courses led by the World renowned College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM)? We asked…

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Chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen Interview

One of our prestigious Accredited Cookery School members is Northcote Cookery school, locate within the Michelin Starred kitchens of Northcote Luxury Hotel & Restaurant in Lancashire.   Executive Head Chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen recently shared her journey to…

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Richard Bertinet Interview: Keep it Real!

One of our prestigious Accredited Cookery School members is The Bertinet Kitchen, located in historic Bath.   Passionate baker and celebrity chef Richard Bertinet has inspired many bread aficionados across the country and appeared on…

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James Martin Interview: A matter of ‘Taste’

ICSA Cookery Schools are selected and 'Accredited' for their consistent quality teaching standards and cookery facilities. Providing reassurance to cooks and students of all levels, gaining transferrable life skills, culinary knowledge and a memorable cookery…

Abinger Cookery School Kitchen Accredited by ICSA

Cooking Tips On A Budget

TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS ON MAKING MEALS GO FURTHER As the cost of living continues to rise, we’re all seeking ways to get more economical with our weekly food shop and the food we’re eating.…

Plant Based Cooking

Plant based diets are becoming popular as we choose to eat less meat and more vegetables. Food and issues surrounding sustainability are irrefutably linked. Rachel Demuth of Plant Based Cookery School, Demuths, in Bath explains more. From production methods, water use,…

Seasonality

ICSA member schools focus on sourcing not only regionally where possible but also seasonally; ingredients are chosen to reflect the seasons, to ensure relevance. Buying seasonally is also far better value for money, as regional, seasonal ingredients are…

Knife Tips with Robert Welch

When the team at Robert Welch first considered designing a knife range, it was important to them that the knives were the best that they could possibly be. The design process for the knife range started with rigorous…

Darrin Hosegrove Chef Director Asburton Cookery School

Chef Darrin Hosegrove, Ashburton Cookery School

Darrin Hosegrove is Chef Director of the Ashburton Cookery School and Chefs Academy, in Devon. After studying at Exeter College, Darrin began his career at Gidleigh Park Hotel working under the guidance of Michelin-starred chef…