Chef Highlights In Pics: The Movers & Shakers From The 2nd #LondonKitchenSocial

We love highlighting the Chefs we welcome into the London Innovation Centre and the latest London Kitchen Social from Pavlova & Cream food photography was no exception. With a guest appearance from MyLegoman, a fun-based foodie account on Instagram, where there was cooking, networking, fun & plonking pieces of plastic in pastry! You can read more about mylegoman below, and see some of the posts from the event.

From our monthly Chef Insight Series with previous & current #NCOTY finalists, to a new venture with food photography company Pavlova & Cream and their networking & cooking event; the London Kitchen Social, we're always open to collaborating with new initiatives and utilising our London showroom for something new & exciting. As a result, we feel it's important to showcase the talents of every Chef that walks through these doors, and below you'll find some of the dish highlights from the event held on 4th June 2019.

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About London Kitchen Social

London Kitchen Social brings chefs and brands together through food photography creating a different style of networking. It exists to provide an affordable platform for new and emerging chefs, as well as other producers and developers in the food industry, to showcase their work and produce through top quality photography and social media promotion and interaction. The next event is being held at our London Innovation Centre on 3rd July 2019 – follow Pavlova & Cream for more info!

For all you who haven't seen yet, I'm honoured to be collaborating on today's @chefs_eye instatakeover featuring the dishes from @danielpbritten @a.market.affair @cockney_chef & @ktbrookegreen using Qsm beef lamb from @fairfaxlondon @karl.p327 & @smithandbrock @the_real_dye_hard @danielkelleher.smith.and.brock from the recent event at the @bunzllockhart innovation centre. Posted @withrepost * @chefs_eye Good morning, welcome to a special ChefsEye takeover today. ?? We and the lovely @pavlovaandcream have joined forces to showcase 4 incredible chefs. This will truly be an amazing day featuring chefs: @danielpbritten @cockney_chef @ktbrookegreen @a.market.affair And a big shoutout to @bunzllockhart for having the event. ?????? .. #chefs_eye #chefseye #instatakeover #special #collaboration #london .. About Majella O'Connell: Pavlova & Cream ???? Majella is a London-based photographer who is known in the industry for creating stunning high-quality food images. She has been commissioned by a wealth of high profile food and restaurant clients including Hakkasan, Tim Allen's Flitch of Bacon and most recently Adam Handling. Majella's other area of expertise is digital marketing which she utilises for both herself and a number of prestigious clients including a leading London caterer, restaurants and hotels. She has been in the hospitality industry for over 23 years, starting in Manchester for the then famous JW Johnsons, that developed to become Living Ventures. @pavlovaandcream ??

74 Likes, 6 Comments - Majella Pavlovaandcream.com (@pavlovaandcream) on Instagram: "For all you who haven't seen yet, I'm honoured to be collaborating on today's @chefs_eye..."

Mylegoman

"I am obviously a little bit different to the standard. This started at an early age I guess, if I explain that I have a joint honours degree in Art and Biology that might explain a lot? I wanted to become a graphic designer, leaving university with all the skills to do that, but I didn't think the internet would catch on so trained to be science teacher! A job I very much enjoyed until I turned into one of those moaning staffroom types who had seen it all. When given the opportunity to go it alone I jumped at the chance to readjust the balance between my love of science and art."

Follow her exploits & reviews on Instagram:

James bemused by a carrot top... well you would be... wouldn't you... having spent a while preparing the fabulous carrot the green bit is always the worry! Had a fabulous time on Monday with @jamesburntlemon from @burntlemonchef and @reecebrookss at the London Kitchen Social. These boys can cook up amazing dishes that I had the privilege of tasting at the @londonkitchensocial This amazing event organised by @pavlovaandcream showcases chefs, their dishes, fabulous produce, amazing plates, and exquisite photography by Majella. this fabulous event down @bunzllockhart . . . #londonkitchensocial #jamespeck #pavlovaandcream #carrot #burntlemon #mylegoman #legophotographer #legophoto #legophotography #foodphoto #foodphotography #carrotsofinstagram #instacarrot #carrotsofinstagram #chefslife #chefsplating #carrotart #manchesterkitchensocial #chefsnetworking #networkingevent #chefsnetworkingevent

88 Likes, 4 Comments - mylegoman (@mylegoman2) on Instagram: "James bemused by a carrot top... well you would be... wouldn't you... having spent a while..."

Chef Highlights

The real stars of the event are the Chefs, cooking up their latest wares using the finest fresh produce from local companies eager to be involved in the networking & fun of a London Kitchen Social. From Fairfax London (London's Premier Butcher supported by the UK's Leading Catering Butcher. Purpose-built to better serve London hospitality) providing fantastic cuts of meat, to Smith & Brock (Expertly selected, proudly delivered) highlighting the latest seasonal vegetables to complement each dish. You can find out more about those companies using the links above or carry on below to see the final food presentations themselves!

Robbie Lorraine, Chef @ Grazing Food

The most delicious, hassle-free office catering London has to offer. Whether it's a daily office lunch delivery for the team or corporate event catering to delight your customers, our office cateringservices take expectations and smash them out of the park. You can follow Robbie on Instagram here.

Dishes

Dish 1: Smoke salmon Lasagne with Scallop, Charred Spring Onion, Pea & Mint Lolly Pop

Dish 2: Grilled Sirloin of Beef with Beetroot Crisps, Mushroom Ketchup, Leek & Cheddar Pudding

Dish 3: Roasted Lamb Cutlet, Peas, Yellow Snake Beans, Courgette Flower, Lavender, Fermented Blueberry's & Shallot puree

Dish 4: "Strawberry's & Cream" LKS Style! Basil Crème Chiboust, Strawberry Gel, Fresh Strawberry's, Rose Scented jelly & Black Pepper Shard

I'll just leave this here. Strawberries & Cream LKS style by @robbie_lorraine Robbie's Crème Chiboust is just awesome! Happy weekend folks. (Edible flowers from @smithandbrock )?? * * * #pavlovaandcream #food #foodphotography #photography #londonkitchensocial #instafood #manchesterkitchensocial #foodstagram #foodporn #foodart #forkyeah #buzzfeed #feedfeed #bonappetit #foodandwine #eeeeeats #hautecuisines #foodgawker #huffposttaste #eatingfortheinsta #foodies #tabletopmatters #networking #networkingdonedifferently #chefseye #finefood #dessertporn #LKS #thestaffcanteen

26 Likes, 2 Comments - London Kitchen Social®? (@londonkitchensocial) on Instagram: "I'll just leave this here. Strawberries & Cream LKS style by @robbie_lorraine Robbie's Crème..."

James Peck, Owner @ Burnt Lemon Catering

Established in 2018, our fantastic team of award-winning chefs create exciting plates of the best quality, locally-sourced food for weddings, corporate events, or we can even be booked in the comfort of your own home for private dinner parties. We also host regular pop-up supper clubs in unique venues, offering a whole new dining experience. Whatever your catering needs, in Northamptonshire and beyond; Burnt Lemon has you covered. Follow James on Instagram here:

Dishes

Dish 1: Miso baked aubergine, Black olive, crumb Feta

Dish 2: Centre cut ribeye, Black trumpets, Cheese leaf, Pommes Maxine, Horseradish shoots

Dish 3: Grilled lamb cutlet, Poached carrot, White balsamic gel

Miso baked aubergine, Black olive crumb, & Feta with edible flowers from @westlandsuk @smithandbrock @danielkelleher.smith.and.brock by @jamesburntlemon @burntlemonchef at @pavlovaandcream's #LondonKitchenSocial at @bunzllockhart ???? * * * #pavlovaandcream #food #foodphotography #photography #londonkitchensocial #instafood #foodstagram #foodporn #foodart #forkyeah #bonappetit #foodandwine #foodgawker #tabletopmatters #networking #networkingdonedifferently #chefseye #finefood #LKS #thestaffcanteen

35 Likes, 3 Comments - London Kitchen Social®? (@londonkitchensocial) on Instagram: "Miso baked aubergine, Black olive crumb, & Feta with edible flowers from @westlandsuk..."

Reece Brooks, Burnt Lemon Catering

Reece is a Northampton-based Chef & Barber, and one half of Burnt Lemon Catering along with James Peck (above). Find out more about him on Instagram here:

Dishes

Dish 1: Fairfax Lamb cutlet with jersey royals and a fricassee of summer greens

Dish 2: Italian meringue with summer fruits steeped in tea with edible flowers.

Who would have thought putting a Lego man in stuff could be so cool @mylegoman2 cool to meet you yesterday at @londonkitchensocial . . . #londonkitchensocial #pavlova #meringue #dessert #strawberrys #summer #britishstrawberries #avocado #flowers #food #foodporn #foodphotography #foody #foodstagram #instafood #pictureoftheday #follow #like #love #london #londonfood #chef #cheflife #chefsofinstagram #chefsroll #foodanddrink #repost

45 Likes, 3 Comments - ?????????? ???????????? (@reecebrookss) on Instagram: "Who would have thought putting a Lego man in stuff could be so cool @mylegoman2 cool to meet you..."

Simon Britten, Digital Marketing Manager

Simon Britten, Digital Marketing Manager for Bunzl Lockhart Catering Equipment said:
"It's always a pleasure to host events at our London Innovation Centre. We regularly host customers here, but to be able to have a helping hand in bringing together chefs & brands such as Pavlova & Cream and her #LondonKitchenSocial, and helping to increase exposure to our industry along the way through new collaborations is something we are very passionate about. From suppliers such as Fairfax London and Smith & Brock, to the Chefs themselves & of course Majella's expert photography, this event showcases the best of our industry; collaboration and fun!"

About Lockhart

Bunzl Lockhart Catering Equipment's 2600 sq. ft. showroom has been designed as a showcase for our company vision, which is to bring "innovation and inspiration to the preparation and presentation of food". The Innovation Centre incorporates Front of House displays, several fully functional demonstration areas such as a mixology bar & commercial Kitchen, and an array of displays from leading brands.

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