Celebrated Scottish chef, Tom Kitchin, known for his Michelin-starred restaurant The Kitchin in Edinburgh, is bringing his renowned ‘From Nature to Plate’ ethos to London’s iconic Brown’s Hotel.
From February 24 to May 25, guests at the hotel’s Donovan Bar will have the opportunity to indulge in a curated selection of Tom's seasonal small plates, showcasing the finest local produce Scotland has to offer.
“I truly live and breathe our ‘From Nature to Plate’ philosophy,” said Tom.
“It’s all about respecting the produce and using the best, freshest, seasonal ingredients. I’m passionate about introducing guests to new flavours and interpretations, creating memorable experiences that connect them with nature through food.”
Tom’s approach to cooking is rooted in his Scottish heritage and world-class training, blending modern British cuisine with French techniques. His dishes feature ingredients sourced from local suppliers he has worked with for years, each chosen for their commitment to quality and sustainability.
“Freshness is everything to me,” Tom added.
“We work with independent businesses that are just as passionate about food as we are.”
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A highlight of the menu will be Tom’s famous oysters from Loch Creran, hand-picked from the west coast of Scotland, paired with a unique Highland Park vinaigrette. Also featured will be a luxurious Wagyu tartare made with Highland Wagyu from Dunblane, served with crispy kale chips and Petrossian Daurenki Tsar Imperial caviar.
Tom’s signature dishes, including Mull cheddar cheese straws, smoked salmon from the renowned Welch’s fishmonger, and traditional Scottish haggis served as bon bons, are guaranteed to transport guests to the heart of Scotland.
“Food is a powerful thing. It brings people together,” said Tom, emphasising the emotional experience of dining.
Alongside this celebration of Scotland’s natural larder, Tom will be collaborating with The Donovan Bar’s maestro Salvatore Calabrese and area director of mixology Federico Pavan, to pair his seasonal dishes with exceptional creations.
Tom knew that he wanted to be a chef from the age of 13. He left Dollar Academy at 16 to pursue his dream of becoming a chef and worked at the local Lomond Country Inn while studying at Perth College. At 18, Tom carried out some valuable work experience at Gleneagles, before leaving his home in Scotland and heading to London.
Whilst in London, Tom worked under Pierre Koffmann at his 3-Michelin starred restaurant, La Tante Claire. Koffmann, a hard task-master, remains a huge inspiration and mentor to the chef today. From his days working with Koffmann, Tom adopted the viewpoint of cooking what you want and what you love, which he has embraced in his own restaurant.
In 2006, he returned to Edinburgh and opened his own restaurant with his wife, Michaela.
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