On this special partner episode of Scran I am joined by Fraser Cameron, head chef at the Michelin-listed 1610 at The Globe Inn in Dumfries.
Fraser was recently named the first-ever winner of the Legacy Scholarship, a new award from Scotland Food & Drink and HIT Scotland supporting the country’s rising culinary stars.
As part of the prize, Fraser undertook a five-day stage at London’s Ritz Hotel under executive chef John Williams MBE.
Fraser tells me all about the experience of going through the competition process as well as his time in the Ritz which has had a significant impact on him.
We also discuss his ambitions for 1610, taking what he has learnt in London and applying it there but also how he can further develop his knowledge whilst aiming for further recognition by the Michelin Guide.
He tells me about how the team at The Globe Inn strive to be the best they can be and deliver for each and every guest and the developments in the kitchen to help them do this like growing their own produce and ensuring staff welfare is of utmost priority.
Fraser is truly passionate about his work and his untiring commitment to be the best is very clear from this interview.
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