Local Award-Winning Private Chef’s Available For Your Stay
Mark Hix
Mark Hix celebrated reputation as one of Britain’s most eminent restaurateurs has cemented his name within the culinary hall of fame and is known for his original take on British gastronomy. With 12 cookbooks to his name and vast knowledge from both his kitchen pursuits and experience as a food writer for The Independent for 14 years, Mark is well-versed in providing an experience that suits you.
With his focus shifting from the world of restaurants and towards a local venture based on foraging, fresh & wild, Mark also offers bespoke foraging or fishing days to show you what our local coasts have to offer.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or catching up with friends Mark can come to you. With a unique menu created just for you, Mark offers a wonderful experience with a fishing story or two thrown in too!
Chiara Tomasoni
Chiara’s journey began in Bologna, Italy, shaping tortellini alongside her grandmother, and has since taken her to the role of Head Chef at River Cottage and a finalist spot on MasterChef: The Professionals 2024. Along the way, she explored the worlds of journalism and environmental policy, weaving her academic pursuits with a deep-rooted love for tradition and food. Her work reflects a profound respect for the stories, systems, and people behind what we cook and eat.
Her down to earth dishes evoke a sense of time and place, rooted in thoughtful sourcing of ingredients, foraging, preserving the seasons and, ultimately, bringing people together through mindful, creative, and at times provocative, cooking.
With a focus on home-grown, foraged and preserved ingredients, alongside the freshest local delights, Chiara offers a wonderfully bespoke culinary experience to make your stay with us one to remember!