#268 Ben Shewry | Attica

Ben is the award-winning chef and owner of renowned restaurant Attica, where his innovative, boundary-pushing cuisine has earned him global acclaim. Known for his deep connection to sustainable and native ingredients and a commitment to excellence, Ben's culinary vision goes beyond the plate. His book, Uses for Obsession offers a vulnerable, humorous, and hard-hitting exploration of his journey, as well as his thoughts on what it takes to thrive in the hospitality industry, our responsibility in terms of sustainability and he has quite a bit to say about food writers. Ben inspires both within and beyond the kitchen, making him a truly influential figure in the world of modern gastronomy, as well as a wise man in life and Uses for Obsession is an important read whether you’re a chef, a food writer or a human. I had, of course long wanted to chat to Ben and I was delighted to have the opportunity. It was everything I had hoped for and more.