Who are the Craft Guild of Chefs

Established in 1885 as a Guild of the Cookery and Food Association, the Craft Guild of Chefs has developed into the leading Chefs’ Association in the UK and has many members worldwide. 
Our members come from all aspects of the foodservice and hospitality sectors working in a wide variety of positions from students and trainees to top management. No other association boasts such a broad and experienced membership.

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29 Jul

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University of Exeter
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25th Jul 2024

Santa Maria unveils ‘most customisable snacks ever’

By: Edward Waddell
Snacking is on the rise with out-of-home sales in this area accelerating by 21% and set to continue growing. Snack Bases are fried in 14-20 seconds and expand up to five times when cooked. Barnaby...

25th Jul 2024

Synergy Grill Technology appoints executive board

By: Edward Waddell
The new board will consist of: Andrew Edwards (board co-ordinator), Leander Cadbury, Paul Ramshaw, David Hindle, Sam O’Rourke, James Dudzinski and Keith Harbison. Justin Cadbury, chairman of Synergy...

24th Jul 2024

Love British Food launches Great British Pie Challenge

By: Edward Waddell
To take part, chefs or caterers must create a pie using British ingredients and include on their menus during British Food Fortnight (20th September-6th October 2024). The challenge allows chefs and...