Steve Drake
Steve worked in some of Europe’s best kitchens before winning the Roux Scholarship – widely considered the most prestigious, and technically challenging, competition in the UK – closely followed by his first Michelin star in 2001 at Drake’s on the Pond.
nourishment and enjoyment
He then opened Drake’s in Ripley where he held a star for 14 years. Steve opened Sorrel in 2017 and was awarded a Michelin star the following year, together with AA Restaurant of the Year Award. Sorrel has also been shortlisted for GQ Restaurant of the Year, longlisted for the World Restaurant Awards and recently received its fourth AA Rosette recognising it as ‘among the top restaurants in the UK, where the cooking demands national recognition’.
Steve is a father of two children – Lois & Alfie – and his home-cooking is based around satisfying his children’s appetites (everyone in the family is allowed one veto – a food they never have to eat but other than that, you have to try whatever you’re given!) and ensuring meals are tasty, and healthy. As a keen runner, Steve’s always been focused on keeping meals light and fresh, with a good balance of flavours; food that provides nourishment, enjoyment and often something new to try. He’s looking forward to sharing some of his family favourites, kitchen suppers – you’ll have had plenty of practice for when we can share meals with friends again – and perhaps something a little more adventurous if you want to recreate some of Steve’s signature dishes in your own home.

STEVE DRAKE'S JOURNAL
Science – Monday Funday
Join ‘Professor Dan’ for a fun science themed quiz, loaded with 5 x exciting science experiments to enjoy along the way! Expect silly challenges, laughs and Monday mayhem!
Meditation with Caroline
Sunday evening guided meditation with intention to heal by Executive Life Coach and certified meditation teacher Caroline Desmarais.
Meditation starts at 4:40min.
Eco Exercise – Fitness Friday
Learn about looking after the environment whilst moving your body & getting active.
Foam Roller Full Bodyscan
This workout is a low intensity, foam roller, fully body scan to free up tension throughout the muscles and joints of the body. Perfect for both before, or after training.
Twist and/or side body
This yoga flow is all about working the sides of the body by opening up, stretching and releasing tension that we may not even know is there.
Environmental Defenders!
You can make changes to save the world, you are an Eco-Superhero!
The Path To Recycling
Did you know all glass is 100% recyclable?! Can you take all the empty glass bottles through the maze to the recycling centre?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! – Toddler Tuesday
This week Grace sings a favourite nursery rhyme, ‘The Wheels on the Bus’ and reads ‘Harry Saves the Ocean’, a lovely story about a little mouse who helps to clean up the beach. We also learn about recycling with a special song.
Compost, Colour and Count
Can you count the compostable items? Colour in the number written at the end of each line.
French Toast with Mashed Avocado, Grilled Prosciutto & Red Grapefruit
Who doesn’t love French Toast?! Well this is Rob’s twist on such a classic brunch recipe. The grapefruit serves to cut through the rich avocado and toasted sourdough and the grilled prosciutto brings a welcome salty note. Weekend bliss.

Unit 3 Riverside Business Centre
Guildford GU1 4UG