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Scottish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Gordon Ramsay protégé will take over BBC chef Michel Roux's Michelin-starred restaurant after it suddenly closed down
New restaurant to open in just a few months NEW LEASE Gordon Ramsay protégé will take over BBC chef Michel Roux's Michelin-starred restaurant after it suddenly closed down Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GORDON Ramsay's protégé is set to take over BBC chef Michel Roux's Michelin-starred restaurant after its sudden closure. Matt Abé took to Instagram yesterday to unveil the exciting news with the short caption: "The secret is out. Opening Autumn 2025." Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Chef Matt Abé is set to take over the Mayfair restaurant in Autumn 2025 Credit: Alamy 5 Abé is the former chef patron at Restaurant Gordon Ramsay Credit: Instagram Ramsay's protégé to take over Michelin-starred resturaunt Abé is the former chef patron at three-Michelin-starred Restaurant Gordon Ramsey, but will be embarking on his first solo venture later this year. It is confirmed that Bonheur by Matt Abé will replace what was once Michel Roux's Le Gavroche site in London's Mayfair. The restaurant will offer a 'fine dining experience designed to inspire complete contentment' and celebrate 'seasonality, community and craft", according to the Bonheur website Diners can expect to choose from an á la carte selection, a tasting menu option, or a chef's table experience. Abé's plans to breathe life into 'iconic site' Abé told The Caterer: 'Bonheur translates to 'happiness' in French, so for me, Bonheur is a place of escapism. "We're breathing new life into an iconic site, creating a space that is elevated without overwhelming; that is warm, timeless, and comfortable; and that celebrates community, craftsmanship, and the bounty of the British Isles.' Diners were quick to express their excitement on social media, with one writing: "Congratulations! Can't wait to eat there!" Another added: "Really, really looking forward to this." This comes after it was confirmed that Abé's new venture would be backed by Ramsay in February, after he secured a 15-year lease on the property. In a full circle moment, it means Ramsay has taken on the site where he worked as a young chef under Albert Roux. Huge restaurant chain 'up for sale' putting 70 sites at risk of closure Albert's son Michel Roux closed two-Michelin-starred Le Gavroche in 2024 after more than 50 years of trading. On this decision to close the restaurant's doors for good, Roux told The Caterer it was "very tough emotionally." He added: "If I want to take Le Gavroche out somewhere I can do it as and when I feel. I will be the master of my own time." The re imagined space is being designed by Russell Sage Studio and will pay homage to the chef's Australian heritage. Abé and Ramsay partnership Abé and Ramsay first began working together when the protégé was just 21, and he has since risen through the ranks to helm Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in 2020. Despite this new solo venture, the chef will continue to consult for Gordon Ramsay Restaurants. More information will be announced in due course. 5 Ramsay and Abé have a long-standing relationship Credit: Instagram 5 Ramsay secured a 15-year lease of Le Gavroche in February this year Credit: Getty
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Princess Anne to host new festival at Gatcombe with mouth-watering delights
PRINCESS ANNE has allowed a food festival with live demonstrations and more than 50 exhibitors to be held at her country estate in Gloucestershire. Gatcombe Food Festival, which takes place at Gatcombe Park near Minchinhampton on Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27, claims to offer 'a culinary extravaganza' for the whole family. It will feature a Chefs Stage with talent including Ready Steady Cook star Lesley Waters, along with more than 50 food and drink exhibitors from across the region. There will also be crafts from the area and personalised items. A social media page for the festival said the event is being held at the estate 'by kind permission of the Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence'. The festival will host live demonstrations from cooks including master chefs and popular contestants on The Great British Bake Off. With a special focus on the best British produce, attendees can reportedly 'look forward to tantalising their tastebuds with innovative dishes and learning new culinary skills from the best in the business'. Demonstrators include Ms Waters, pasta specialist Carmela Hayes and Michelin-starred Steven Doherty - formerly head chef at Le Gavroche. They also include BBQ Ben, game chef Chris Marney, Dan Wyatt and George McIvor. GBBO contestants Howard Middleton and Karen Wright will also be in attendance. Family entertainment will be on offer, with interactive cooking sessions, the late Queen Elizabeth's Range Rover, drumming from the Gloucester Sea Cadets and fun with the Party Workshops Family Circus. Organiser Ben Bartlett said: 'I am incredibly excited to organise a food festival at such a prestigious venue. 'This festival is a celebration of the finest British food and drink. 'I look forward to bringing together producers, chefs, families and foodies for an unforgettable weekend.' Tickets for the event cost £21.60 per adult and £5.40 per child aged five to 16 online. Children aged between zero and five go free. Tickets for senior citizens and people who are disabled cost £19.44. Stroud News and Journal and Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard readers can use discount code GFF25 for a 25 per cent discount off tickets in June. For more information and tickets, go to
North Wales Chronicle
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
I had breakfast at one of the North Wales restaurants people love the most
The restaurant, ideally situated on Colwyn Bay's seafront, regularly features in lists of the top places to eat in Wales and the UK. Most recently it was named in the OpenTable top 100 places in the UK for outdoor dining, a list compiled from customer reviews. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. On OpenTable, the Porth Eirias restaurant has a 4.7 (out of 5) rating with nearly 4,000 reviews. I was aware of Bryn Williams having followed his career. Bryn, a former Coleg Llandrillo student originally from Denbigh, has gone on to have incredible success after he appeared on the Great British Menu in 2006. Williams worked for Michel Roux Jr at Le Gavroche in Mayfair between 1999 and 2003, starting out as a demi chef he honed his craft and graduated to sous chef before becoming Chef Patron of his very first restaurant, Odette's in 2008. As he opened more restaurants, as well as marrying Texas singer Sharleen Spiteri, it was only a matter of time before he returned home to North Wales when he launched Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias in Colwyn Bay in 2015. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. And it was there I found myself on a Sunday morning as Colwyn Bay was gearing up to celebrate Pride. OpenTable describes Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias thus: "This big open space with its easy, informal mood has an open kitchen where Bryn's team of chefs turn simple, local, seasonal ingredients into extraordinary bistro-style food. Menus are served all day by interesting people who really understand food, and there are no rules, so you can do what you like: tuck into breakfast, graze over small plates at the bar, share a Sunday feast with family, watch the sun go down with friends. Good times with good people, and no distance between you and the beach." The space is very impressive, classy decor, lots of natural light from the large windows with spectacular views of the sand and sea, and an open kitchen where the dishes are prepared. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. Seafood takes centre stage on the menu from prawns, cod to mussels, but the breakfast menu is more traditional yet equally tantalising. It was a busy day; I was one of the first customers to arrive but there were only a couple of tables unreserved. I would definitely recommend making a booking if you plan to eat there. Despite this, the ambiance was chilled, and the staff were friendly and attentive. And, for some reason, dressed in a combo of white shirts and denim, a look that brought to mind George Michael in the 80s. I know you can't go wrong with a traditional cooked breakfast, and I am certain the one served at Porth Eirias is top notch. However, I was in the mood for something different and opted for the muesli, soaked oats, yogurt, and apple, as well as Eggs Royale. The muesli with soaked oats was delightful. The flavours and textures of a dessert while your mind can be tricked into thinking you've gone for the healthy option. The yoghurt gave a delicious tang while the fruit delivered a chewy sweetness that gave the dish substance. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. Next was Eggs Royale, essentially Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon in place of ham. This dish, again, was excellent. It must be said that the price is double what you would pay in Wetherspoons for a similar dish. But the word similar is doing a lot of heavy lifting in the previous sentence; if you want something familiar, yet prepared with the best ingredients and utmost skill, then this is a treat worth splashing out on. Not to mention that the location, with stunning views of the coastline, that, on a sunny day, are worth every penny. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. I am a recent convert to poached eggs and these were the best I have had, with thick, luxurious yolks that combined with the rich Hollandaise. With the silky smoked salmon delivering saltiness and texture to the mix, this was a dish that, while humble, felt indulgent. I will be returning to Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias as I think I've only scratched the surface of what is on offer. It would be nice to try the restaurants famous seafood and other specialities like afternoon tea, and the Porth Eirias fish pie for two sounds delightful if anyone would like to join me.
Leader Live
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
REVIEW: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias in Colwyn Bay
The restaurant, ideally situated on Colwyn Bay's seafront, regularly features in lists of the top places to eat in Wales and the UK. Most recently it was named in the OpenTable top 100 places in the UK for outdoor dining, a list compiled from customer reviews. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. On OpenTable, the Porth Eirias restaurant has a 4.7 (out of 5) rating with nearly 4,000 reviews. I was aware of Bryn Williams having followed his career. Bryn, a former Coleg Llandrillo student originally from Denbigh, has gone on to have incredible success after he appeared on the Great British Menu in 2006. Williams worked for Michel Roux Jr at Le Gavroche in Mayfair between 1999 and 2003, starting out as a demi chef he honed his craft and graduated to sous chef before becoming Chef Patron of his very first restaurant, Odette's in 2008. As he opened more restaurants, as well as marrying Texas singer Sharleen Spiteri, it was only a matter of time before he returned home to North Wales when he launched Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias in Colwyn Bay in 2015. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. And it was there I found myself on a Sunday morning as Colwyn Bay was gearing up to celebrate Pride. OpenTable describes Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias thus: "This big open space with its easy, informal mood has an open kitchen where Bryn's team of chefs turn simple, local, seasonal ingredients into extraordinary bistro-style food. Menus are served all day by interesting people who really understand food, and there are no rules, so you can do what you like: tuck into breakfast, graze over small plates at the bar, share a Sunday feast with family, watch the sun go down with friends. Good times with good people, and no distance between you and the beach." The space is very impressive, classy decor, lots of natural light from the large windows with spectacular views of the sand and sea, and an open kitchen where the dishes are prepared. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. Seafood takes centre stage on the menu from prawns, cod to mussels, but the breakfast menu is more traditional yet equally tantalising. It was a busy day; I was one of the first customers to arrive but there were only a couple of tables unreserved. I would definitely recommend making a booking if you plan to eat there. Despite this, the ambiance was chilled, and the staff were friendly and attentive. And, for some reason, dressed in a combo of white shirts and denim, a look that brought to mind George Michael in the 80s. I know you can't go wrong with a traditional cooked breakfast, and I am certain the one served at Porth Eirias is top notch. However, I was in the mood for something different and opted for the muesli, soaked oats, yogurt, and apple, as well as Eggs Royale. The muesli with soaked oats was delightful. The flavours and textures of a dessert while your mind can be tricked into thinking you've gone for the healthy option. The yoghurt gave a delicious tang while the fruit delivered a chewy sweetness that gave the dish substance. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. Next was Eggs Royale, essentially Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon in place of ham. This dish, again, was excellent. It must be said that the price is double what you would pay in Wetherspoons for a similar dish. But the word similar is doing a lot of heavy lifting in the previous sentence; if you want something familiar, yet prepared with the best ingredients and utmost skill, then this is a treat worth splashing out on. Not to mention that the location, with stunning views of the coastline, that, on a sunny day, are worth every penny. TASTE TEST: Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias. I am a recent convert to poached eggs and these were the best I have had, with thick, luxurious yolks that combined with the rich Hollandaise. With the silky smoked salmon delivering saltiness and texture to the mix, this was a dish that, while humble, felt indulgent. I will be returning to Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias as I think I've only scratched the surface of what is on offer. It would be nice to try the restaurants famous seafood and other specialities like afternoon tea, and the Porth Eirias fish pie for two sounds delightful if anyone would like to join me.
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary BBC chef forced to shut two Michelin-starred restaurant warns of ‘dire situation' & UK ‘losing its identity'
The celebrity chef warned of more closures to come BOILING POINT Legendary BBC chef forced to shut two Michelin-starred restaurant warns of 'dire situation' & UK 'losing its identity' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A LEGENDARY BBC celebrity chef has warned of the "dire" situation facing the UK restaurant industry. Michel Roux, 64, has worked with the likes of Gordon Ramsay and has done stints on MasterChef: The Professionals. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Le Gavroche is set for a revival under new ownership Credit: Getty The celebrity chef currently owns and operates two restaurants in the Langham hotel in London and four in Scotland. Roux ran the world famous Le Gavroche in Mayfair after taking over from his father Albert 1993. He ran the restaurant for decades until it sadly closed in January last year. The culinary legend has now warned of the dire situation facing the UK food industry. He said a slew of closures are imminent across the UK as restaurants struggle to keep afloat. The former MasterChef judge said the situation was "so depressing" adding that well-known high end restaurants could be impacted. He warned that "If we lose restaurants on the street corners, Britain will lose its identity". The world famous chef went on to ask "Who would want to open a restaurant now?" Born in Kent, Roux has worked as a chef since leaving school at 16, he trained in London, France and Hong Kong. He has said operating the double Michelin starred restaurant in Mayfair had him working 90-hour weeks. Roux closed Le Gavroche so he could "make time for a better work / life balance". The famous two-star eatery opened in 1967 and was known for launching the careers of several world famous chefs. 3 Michel Roux ran Le Gavroche for decades Credit: Getty 3 Gordon Ramsay reportedly plans to open a restaurant at the site of Le Gavroche Credit: Getty It has been run by the Roux family since opening but will now reportedly be run by Gordon Ramsay. Cooking legend and TV star Gordon Ramsay planned to take over the eatery when its closure was announced. Ramsay worked at the French restaurant in the early days of his career under Roux's father in the 90s. Famously Marco Pierre White and Marcus Wareing also did stints at Le Gavroche. The restaurant even served the late queen on her 90th birthday. Ramsay is now set to take over the site of Le Gavroche at 43 Upper Brook Street. Gordon Ramsay secured a 15-year lease on the site with one of his companies acquiring the licence. Union Street Cafe successfully applied for a premises licence transfer of the Roux family restaurant in February. Union Street Café is the trading name for Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, which operate Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza, Gordon Ramsay Street Burger, Lucky Cat and Bread Street Kitchen. Matt Abé who has been at Le Gavroche for 16 years will reportedly be staying on under Ramsay. More details on the fate of Le Gavroche are expected later this year.
