The inaugural CODE Chef Series, in partnership with Toast, will see CODE in conversation with some of the most exciting chefs working in Manchester and London today.
Across two events, we will hear from a panel of chefs who will share their experience, their wisdom, and their thoughts on the future of dining out.
Manchester’s culinary resurgence: sitting down with some of the city’s leading chefs
Monday 28 April
From 6pm
Medlock Canteen
Tom Barnes, Skof
Danielle Heron, Osma
Ruby Jary, Medlock Canteen
Rosie Maguire, Higher Ground
The panel comprises chefs at the forefront of the city’s culinary resurgence, with Tom Barnes of Skof, The Good Food Guide’s Best New Restaurant 2025 on the panel, joined by Rose Maguire (CODE 30 Under 30, Class of 2024/25) of Higher Ground, Ruby Jary of Medlock Canteen and Danielle Heron of Osma.
Expect frank opinions and honest debate on Manchester’s unique dining culture, the economics of running a restaurant, and the future of dining out.
CODE members get early release tickets on Thursday 27th Match at 15:00. Check your inboxes or the CODE app. Tickets are £15 per person, including the talk, drinks, and canapés.
Start your free trial to become a CODE member and get access to tickets now.
Recipes for success: a conversation with London’s top culinary talent
Monday 17 February
From 6pm
The Apartment at The Hoxton, Shoreditch
Dara Klein, Tiella
Masaki Sugisaki, Dinings SW3
Shuko Oda, Koya
John Chantarasak, AngloThai
There is no one single recipe for success in hospitality. These four chefs prove as much with their diverse modern businesses, from pub residencies and noodle bars to contemporary fine-dining restaurants, all acclaimed by customers, hospitality professionals and critics alike.
A conversation about finding success and staying relevant in an ever-changing hospitality landscape.
Missed it? Watch the panel below
Sponsored by
Toast is the all-in-one POS platform that’s built for restaurants, celebrating the heart and soul of restaurants by connecting employees, operations and guests through our technology and platform. Toast is proud to partner with CODE to sponsor The Chef Series which will explore creative and poignant topics about the industry we love, from developing new dishes to fostering an inclusive and supportive kitchen environment.
Over 127,000 restaurants trust Toast. Speak to our team on how we can help power your restaurant.
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