The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson will take the flavours of his homeland to Hanoi next month (1-7 October) when he takes part in a festival of food and drink, featuring Michelin star chefs from across the world.
Mr Wilson, proprietor of Eat on the Green restaurant, is the only chef from Scotland taking part in the Culinary Stars event, where he will cook alongside 12 internationally renowned chefs and take diners on a gastronomic journey, rarely experienced in Vietnam.
Hosted by the Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel in Hanoi, the week-long event will include cooking classes, a chocolate buffet and fashion show, a cheese and wine tasting, and an exclusive Macallan whisky dinner.
Mr Wilson’s menu, ‘A Taste of Scotland’, will feature the finest local produce including, Stornoway black pudding, smoked salmon washed with Udny inspired Teasmith gin, and Aberdeen Angus braised beef cheek with a Talisker whisky jus. The dessert will feature Walkers shortbread and a Glen Garioch whisky ‘mist’.
Mr Wilson, commented: “It is a real honour to be asked to cook alongside some fantastic and very talented chefs. I am exceptionally passionate about Scottish food and drink and very excited to showcase our wonderful produce on an international stage. As flavours and trends are evolving, I’m sure the trip will be very inspirational and see a further fusion of new and exciting taste combinations and influences.”
In true Kilted Chef tradition, Inverurie-based Gibbs Menswear has been commissioned to create a bespoke kilt featuring the Weathered Innes tartan intertwined with Cheviot Dunlin and Coffee tweed, which Craig will sport throughout his time in Hanoi.
“As the Kilted Chef, it was important to have a kilt which represented my family name and feature some of the finest fabrics produced right here in Scotland. I’m sure it will be a talking point and hopefully will keep me cool while cooking in Vietnam,” Mr Wilson added.
During his trip to Hanoi, Mr Wilson will be sharing recipes and mentoring executive chefs from the restaurant at the Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel. The Angelina restaurant in the hotel has recently undergone an extensive renovation, influenced by the Scottish highlands, the restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and features a whisky lounge, featuring a range of exclusive brands and whiskies and a bespoke cocktail bar.
The ‘Kilted Chef’ Craig Wilson is the owner of 2 AA rosette restaurant Eat on the Green, in Udny Green, Scotland. An award winning chef with over 30 years' experience, Craig has cooked for celebrities including Sir Patrick Stewart, Sir Sean Connery, international dignitaries and VIPs. A member of the Masterchefs of Great Britain, Craig is passionate about creating good food using fresh, local ingredients. For further information visit www.kiltedchef.co.uk.
