https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/tags/frenchcuisine/Recent content in frenchcuisine on Gloucestershire DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usWed, 22 Apr 2026 12:39:14 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/masterchefs-grace-dent-names-two-south-west-restaurants-as-absolute-gems/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:39:14 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/masterchefs-grace-dent-names-two-south-west-restaurants-as-absolute-gems/MasterChef’s Grace Dent has singled out two Bristol restaurants as her personal favourites, describing them as “absolute gems.” The 52-year-old food critic and TV personality debuted on the amateur cooking show alongside chef Anna Haugh and has previously co-presented the celebrity edition with John Torode. Known for her sharp palate and culinary insight, Grace has also appeared on shows like The Professionals and Great British Menu. Last year, Grace revealed that her demanding MasterChef commitments “sucked up most of her waking hours,” limiting the number of restaurants she could visit.https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/james-martins-controversial-yorkshire-pudding-recipe-tip-after-criticising-tom-kerridges-method/Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/james-martins-controversial-yorkshire-pudding-recipe-tip-after-criticising-tom-kerridges-method/James Martin, the acclaimed chef and proud Yorkshireman, has stirred controversy with his distinctive advice on perfecting Yorkshire puddings—specifically his grandmother’s recipe, which calls for an unusually high number of eggs. His comments came after he critiqued fellow chef Tom Kerridge’s method of making the classic British dish. Born in Malton, Yorkshire, James refined his culinary talents in France at the Hostellerie De Plaisance and later worked at a three Michelin-star restaurant before becoming pastry chef at the Chewton Glen Hotel.