Raymond Blanc and Le Manoir chefs to cook special feast at national awards

Edward Burnett

28 June 2024 at 5:51 am·2-min read

Raymond Blanc outside Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons. <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i> — Raymond Blanc outside Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons. *(Image: Newsquest)*

Raymond Blanc and his Oxfordshire-based team are set to cook up a feast at a national awards ceremony.

The celebrity chef founded Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons in the countryside by the village of Great Milton in 1984 and the venue has been one of the country’s top restaurants ever since.

Now Mr Blanc will cook for guests attending the biggest celebration of the hospitality industry, the Cateys 2024.

The Cateys, held in partnership with P&O Cruises, returns to JW Marriott Grosvenor House London on Tuesday, July 2, to recognise the finest operators and businesses in hospitality.

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This year’s guests will experience a taste of Le Manoir, with a menu cooked by chef patron Raymond Blanc, head chef Luke Selby, chef pâtissier Benoit Blin as well as their team.

Speaking to The Caterer, Blanc said: “It’s really exciting and we’re very proud, because the Cateys is a huge event that really celebrates our industry.

“It’s going to be fun, and we’ll see lots of friends. We’re going to cook something really exciting and we will need a bit of help, and the whole team at the Grosvenor House will be helping us make something so special.”

Commenting on the menu, head chef, Luke Selby, added: “Guests can expect an amazing feast and some classic signature flavours from Le Manoir.

Le Manoir was named among the UK's best restaurants earlier this year. (Image: Newsquest)

“We’ll be doing a take on the tomato essence and showcasing some of the amazing suppliers we have in the UK.

“It’s a very exciting opportunity to cook for our industry and it’s going to be a very special evening."

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