Theo Randall
 Thursday 5 November, 2.00pm – 2.30pm |
Theo Randall, previously Head Chef and Partner at The River Café, opened his first restaurant, Theo Randall at The InterContinental London Park Lane in November 2006. Previously at The River Café, his role in its success cannot be underplayed. Indeed whilst Ruth and Rose were the enthusiastic owners of The River Café, Theo, a 'quiet creative force', oversaw the day to day running of the kitchen. Described as 'probably the only chap in chef's whites from whom the girls would willingly take orders' Theo was instrumental in helping develop and cement the River Café's status as one of the most influential restaurants in Britain. It was under Theo's direction that the River Café won its first Michelin Star and critical acclaim from all the major critics who have described it as 'a place of pilgrimage’ which has 'changed Britain's restaurant culture for good.' Theo Randall at The Theo Randall is located at possibly the best address in town – The InterContinental London Park Lane, which went through a major £76 million refurbishment programme in 2006. The one hundred and twenty four cover ground floor restaurant and twenty-seater bar area are aimed at drinkers and diners alike. Theo is determined that in spite of its prestigious address the restaurant will be somewhere people visit for a light spontaneous meal, as well as a celebratory dinner. 'I hope my restaurant will be one of those special places where people feel they can drop in for a drink with friends only to find themselves staying to eat in the bar' says Theo, 'but equally I think it will be somewhere people will feel comfortable coming to for a more formal business lunch or four course dinner. I want to offer first class food in a very relaxed, inviting environment.' |
