We sit down with Dave Marrow from Embers to delve into the story behind one of Brighton’s most exciting dining spots. In this interview, Dave shares the inspiration behind Embers’ flame-grilled concept, the passionate team that brings it to life, and the creative thinking behind their award-winning Sunday roast.
Craig Robson started out as a 14-year-old kitchen porter washing pans for cash in hand. Today, he is the Food and Beverage Director for 37 Malmaison and Hotel du Vin properties across the UK, shaping the restaurant and bar experiences that sit at the heart of two of the country’s most recognisable hotel brands. In this interview, Craig traces the journey that took him from the kitchen sink to the boardroom, explains how the Japanese-inspired rooftop concept SORA was born, and tells us why Brighton Marina felt like the natural home for it.
We speak with Anna Reilly of Fourth & Church about wine-led dining, community, and being part of one of Brighton’s most loved neighbourhood restaurant experiences.
We meet with Jack O’Neill, Head of Operations at The Menu Partners, about supporting Brighton’s hospitality scene through food supply, strong partnerships and helping restaurants deliver consistently high-quality dining experiences.
Meet Zack Stubbs, the new owner of Bonsai Plant Kitchen. In this interview, Zack shares his lifelong journey as a vegetarian, his experience managing Brighton icons like Indian Summer and SIX, and his vision for the future of this award-winning, plant-based institution. Fresh roots, bold flavours, and big ambitions.
As part of our Women in Hospitality series, we meet Laura Karall, Head Chef at Café Rust. With a background shaped by Silo’s zero-waste philosophy and a deep passion for sustainability, Laura discusses fostering positive kitchen cultures, empowering her team, and her mission to combine conscious cooking with creative excellence.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we sit down with Kim Woodward, Executive Chef at the Black Rock Restaurant Group. From her historic tenure as the
Sophie Taverner is about to open At The Table Deli in Hove, a mission-driven social enterprise blending the Spanish art of sobremesa with a commitment to providing employment pathways for those facing barriers to work. In this interview, Sophie discusses the community-focused vision behind the deli, her passion for Sussex produce from suppliers like SHRUB, and her ambitious 2026 goal: reinvesting profits into a mentoring programme that turns the local kitchen into a genuine doorway for change.
Inspired by a trip to New York more than two decades ago, Jo Malone’s dream of creating her own pizzeria finally came to life in the heart of Sussex. What began as a lockdown takeaway in Hurstpierpoint has since grown into the award-winning Village Pizza Kitchen – a neighbourhood favourite known for its outstanding pizzas, local ingredients, and community spirit.
We caught up with Jo to talk about the journey from idea to reality, her passion for Sussex produce, and how Village Pizza Kitchen has become one of the region’s most celebrated independent restaurants.
Few cafés in Brighton have a story as rich as Roedean Café, perched high on the clifftops with sweeping sea views over the coast and Brighton Marina. Behind it is Poul Jensen, a chef whose career has taken him from luxury hotels in London to 5-star sailing ships in Tahiti, and even the kitchens of the iconic River Café.
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