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Celebrity Chefs of Great Britain
Written By: Marlene Osteen | Issue: September 2024
Rule Britannia! Old Edwards Inn and Spa is hosting an exclusive Celebrity Chefs of Great Britain Dinner on Friday, October 11.
Pictured L-R Graham Fox, Phil Vickery and Colin Bedford
Like many food lovers, Julia Child returned from her first visit to Great Britain in 1949 less than impressed, convinced that “there really was no hope for such a nation.”
Happily, this once-prevailing notion has been thoroughly dispelled— a fact that will be unmistakably clear to those attending the Three Celebrity Chefs of Great Britain dinner at The Farm at Old Edwards on Friday, October 11.
Dinner won’t be one of those sweat-soaked, food-television-style showdowns, but rather a collaboration between skilled chefs with a shared focus. Participating in the culinary extravaganza are chefs Phil Vickery, Colin Bedford and Graham Fox who are gearing up to whip up a storm, blending their unique flair to craft an unforgettable feast of their all-time favorite dishes.
Phil Vickery is an English celebrity chef celebrated for his appearances on ITV’s This Morning, where he has been the resident chef since 2006. His culinary journey includes over 200 appearances on BBC’s Ready Steady Cook between 1996 and 2010, where he earned the nickname “Phil Victory” for his frequent wins on the show. A proponent of using simple, quality ingredients, his recipes often emphasize the natural flavors of the food.
Colin Bedford, an accomplished chef originally from England, made his culinary mark at The Fearrington House in North Carolina, where he served as Executive Chef. With a background enriched by international experience and a profound appreciation for farm-to-table philosophy, Bedford’s culinary style integrates the robust flavors of the American South with classic European techniques. He’s also a two-time James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef in the Southeast.
Chef Graham Fox developed his culinary skills at Michelin-starred venues, focusing on classic French and traditional English cooking techniques. His professional achievements include being named Young Chef of the Year and serving as the Executive Chef at the Fearrington House, as well as acting as Private Chef for Lord Bamford of JCB. Since 2010, Graham, with his wife Phoebe, has owned and operated Sutor Creek in Cromarty, Scotland, renowned for its focus on Scottish Seafood and utilizing the finest local produce available, effectively capturing the essence of Scotland’s natural bounty.
Make plans to savor this culinary renaissance on October 11 at The Farm at Old Edwards.
For tickets and more information, visit oldedwardshospitality.com/chefdinners.
