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Raymond Blanc talks to Kate Humble

Simply Raymond Kitchen Garden

 
Winter Weekend 2025, 

One of the UK’s most renowned chefs and hoteliers celebrates the kitchen garden, and how it influences his recipes, the subject of his latest book Simply Raymond Kitchen Garden.

Blanc is the owner of the two Michelin starred Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, which is famous not just for its food but for its kitchen gardens, the brainchild of the chef. Blanc describes himself as being “still in awe of the magic of the garden and the miracles of the kitchen, and the wondrous connection between them”.

He speaks to Kate Humble, supporter of local artisan producers and author of Home Made: Recipes from the Countryside, about his inspiring story, the connection between his gardens and his food, and why he loves championing seasonal ingredients.

Learn from one of the best in the business against the backdrop of Hay Castle, and pose your questions to Blanc on everything from creating your own kitchen garden to how to bring a little Manoir magic to your home this festive season.

Raymond Blanc talks to Kate Humble