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Meet Victor at Brighton Cookery School

Victor’s passion for food started at a young age, inspired by his grandmother’s home cooking. His journey has taken him through some of the world’s finest kitchens, having worked in Michelin-starred establishments and studied Culinary Arts at the prestigious Escuela Superior de Hostelería de Sevilla. Now, as part of Brighton Cookery School, Victor brings his expertise, creativity, and love for teaching to inspire the next generation of home cooks and professional chefs alike. We caught up with him to learn more about his journey, influences, and what makes Brighton Cookery School so special.

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Mark Hancock at Brighton MET College with student
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Meet Mark Hancock from Brighton Metropolitan College

We meet Mark Hancock, a Chef Lecturer at Brighton Metropolitan College specialising in City & Guilds Professional Cookery. Mark oversees lunch service at The Gallery Restaurant and leads on departmental sustainability initiatives. Mark is also aiming to build a relationship between the hospitality industry in Brighton and the college – to identify the skills gap that is currently missing, to enhance the students’ first hand experience with hospitality professionals and fill the skills gap within the city.

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Meet Greg and Matty from El Bolillo

Chef Greg Clarke and front-of-house expert Matty Salvetti have teamed up to open El Bolillo, a casual yet ambitious Mexican restaurant in Hove. Combining their impressive culinary backgrounds, this dynamic duo delivers a fresh, vibrant take on Mexican cuisine, focusing on bold flavours and high-quality ingredients. El Bolillo offers a relaxed dining experience that doesn’t compromise on creativity or excellence. From their inspiration to the unique dishes on the menu, this exciting new concept is a fantastic addition to the city’s food scene.

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Ivana Roy

We meet Ivana Roy, co-owner of Petit Pois in Brighton’s Lanes, alongside her husband and head chef, David. Petit Pois is consistently ranked among the best restaurants in the city. In this interview, Ivana shares insights into what makes the restaurant so special and offers her perspective on the key ingredients for a successful business.

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Meet Nicky and Lonnie Allon from Nanima

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Nicky and Lonnie Allon, the passionate duo behind Nanima, to learn more about their journey. In this interview, they share the story of how Nanima came to life, the inspiration behind their unique style of Asian cuisine, and the warmth and vibrancy they’ve found being part of Brighton’s Kemptown community. From family recipes to the local support they’ve received, Nicky and Lonnie give us an insight into what makes Nanima such a special place.

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Meet Andrew MacKenzie from Pearly Cow

We meet Andy MacKenzie, Head Chef at Pearly Cow, set to open in Brighton this October. Andy has worked at some incredible places in Brighton and beyond, and we were lucky enough to hear how his journey began. Inspired by his two uncles—both chefs on his father’s side—Andy followed in their footsteps, starting with a three-year apprenticeship at Gleneagles. From there, the rest, as they say, is history.

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Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

Good Noise Co-Founder and Director Peter Collingridge talks us through their branding project with Chasing Rabbits Coffee Shop.

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Jenny Engvall - Fika Bakery Ltd. Jenny is foraging for mushrooms in a forest.
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Jenny Engvall

We meet Jenny Engvall, the founder of Fika Bakery Ltd., Brighton & Hove’s newest wholesale and retail Swedish bakery. Their offerings include traditional cinnamon buns, cardamom buns, and vanilla buns, bringing a taste of Sweden to the local community.

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Laura Rhys Master Sommelier at Gusbourne
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English Fine Wine with Laura Rhys

The English fine wine scene has transformed in the past decade. Spearheading that change is Gusbourne, the Kent- and Sussex-based producer renowned for crafting vintage wines of exceptional quality. Here, we catch up with Laura Rhys, Master Sommelier, to hear more about how to get the most from your glass of Gusbourne.

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Jack at The Menu Partners
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Jack O’Neill – The Menu Partners

In our latest hospitality interview for Brighton, we introduce Jack O’Neill from The Menu Partners. As Head of Operations, Jack leads a team of experts in all things food, supporting the entire supply chain – from the grower to you.

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