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

Chargrilled Leg of Lamb & Salsa Verde

Chargrilled Leg of Lamb & Salsa Verde

Robert will be talking us through his delicious lamb leg recipe, finished with a simple salsa-verde and served with a range of seasonal vegetables, including beetroots and asparagus. This will feed six people perfectly, for a lovely light lunch.

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Vegan creamy chickpea curry

Vegan creamy chickpea curry

Join Lauretta and Sharon, comediennes, chefs and the powerhouse duo behind the Detox Barn, as they talk us through their journey of healing from the inside out with vegan cooking. This week Lauretta and Sharon will teach you how to make their delicious and creamy chickpea curry, perfect for introducing vegan cooking to the whole family.

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Balance Yoga Flow

Balance Yoga Flow

This month Charlotte will be leading us through a sequence that will build up to perfecting your Warrior III position. Balancing in this fiery pose can be a challenge for beginners, but Charlotte will take you through the process to find your strongest pose, strengthening the back of the body and toning the abdominal muscles. Warrior III improves balance, posture, and full-body coordination.

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Horrible History Smoothies – Monday Funday

Horrible History Smoothies – Monday Funday

Dan is joined by Vestas Grace & Damian, for this horrible history smoothie challenge! Pass it, dump it, or put it in the smoothie maker… which Vesta will end up having to drink the disgusting combination of historical foods and lose the challenge?! Check it out to find out!

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