British Chefs Name Favorite UK Pubs Ahead of Festival

Prominent British chefs have revealed their favorite pubs across the UK ahead of the ninth edition of Pub in the Park, a major food and drink festival returning to Higginson Park in Marlow from Thursday, May 14, to Sunday, May 17.

The event showcases top culinary talent with live cooking demonstrations, outstanding food, and a selection of drinks, honoring the tradition of the British pub. Tickets are available now, starting at £47.

In interviews, chefs praised a range of establishments from London hotspots to regional gems for their food, atmosphere, beer selections, and conviviality. Raymond Blanc OBE highlighted The Devonshire in Soho, run by his friend Ashley Palmer-Watts. "Of course there are many wonderful pubs across the UK," Blanc said. "Close to home, I like very much The Devonshire in Soho, always great food and brimming with conviviality."

James Martin recommended the Wonston Arms in Hampshire, a wet-led pub run by Matt and Lisa that has won awards as Best Little Pub in the county and UK several times. Matt Tebbutt, presenter on Saturday Kitchen, selected The Fox Hounds in Hunsdon, Hertfordshire, run by James and Bianca Rix. "It's the quintessential English village...