Product Offerings
Products:
Publications: Chef & Restaurant Magazine
Events: Chef HQ at HRC
Chef Publishing Ltd is a UK-based media and publishing company dedicated to celebrating excellence in the culinary arts, hospitality, and fine dining industries. Best known for its flagship publication, Chef & Restaurant Magazine, and its dynamic industry activation, Chef HQ, the company has become a key platform for connecting culinary professionals, innovators, and suppliers across the UK foodservice sector.
Core Business
Chef Publishing Ltd operates at the intersection of editorial content, live events, and digital community building within the hospitality space. Through its magazine and event platforms, the company delivers:
- In-depth editorial features on chefs, restaurants, and culinary trends
- Thought leadership on sustainability, innovation, and business resilience
- Networking opportunities and panel discussions with leading chefs and operators
- Strategic visibility for suppliers and partners seeking access to hospitality decision-makers
Product and Service Offerings
1. Chef & Restaurant Magazine
- A quarterly digital and print magazine focused on the UK’s premium hospitality sector
- Features include:
- Chef profiles and interviews
- Industry trend reports and forecasts
- Kitchen design and equipment innovations
- Sustainability and sourcing initiatives
- Opinion pieces by leading voices in foodservice
2. Chef HQ
- A live event and networking platform hosted at trade shows such as HRC (Hotel, Restaurant & Catering)
- Features:
- Live panel discussions with Michelin-starred chefs and restaurateurs
- Business clinics and trend spotlights
- Product showcases by leading kitchen and ingredient suppliers
- Educational sessions on culinary innovation and industry challenges
Chef HQ acts as a physical extension of the magazine, bringing its editorial themes to life through interactive experiences and live debates.
Specialisation and USP
- Curated, industry-led editorial voice trusted by chefs and professionals across the UK
- Unique positioning at the convergence of content, community, and commerce
- Chef-centric platform featuring insights, advocacy, and amplification of hospitality voices
- On-site activations through Chef HQ that offer real-world engagement opportunities for both brands and chefs
Financial Strength
As a privately owned media company, Chef Publishing does not disclose detailed financials. However, industry indicators suggest:
- Strong strategic partnerships with hospitality trade shows (e.g., HRC, Commercial Kitchen)
- Growing advertising revenue from premium equipment and ingredient brands targeting high-end operators
- Expanding presence in both digital and experiential media segments
Shipment and Export Records
Chef Publishing operates within the media and event publishing space, with no physical product exports. However, its digital magazine and livestreamed event content have global reach:
- Digital readership spans the UK, Ireland, and Western Europe
- YouTube and social content viewed by professionals across hospitality networks in North America, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East
Target Market
Chef Publishing serves a defined and influential audience:
- Executive chefs, head chefs, and sous chefs
- Restaurateurs and multi-site operators
- Hospitality consultants and designers
- F&B suppliers and trade professionals
- Culinary students and emerging professionals
The platform appeals to those seeking thought leadership, professional growth, and insights into the evolving foodservice landscape.
Capabilities
- Full-service editorial and publishing team with in-house design and production
- Event curation and production for trade show activations
- Multi-channel content distribution including print, web, social media, and video
- Brand collaboration for sponsored features, advertorials, and partner content
Certifications and Compliance
- Compliant with UK advertising and publishing standards
- GDPR-aligned data collection and subscriber management
- Accredited press access to major UK trade events and culinary showcases
Customer Testimonials
“Chef HQ is where the best conversations in the industry happen—practical, honest, and inspiring.”
– Hospitality Operator, HRC London 2023
“The magazine delivers proper chef-led content. It’s not fluff—it’s about people who actually do the work.”
– Michelin-Starred Chef, London
Major Achievements
- Chef HQ at HRC featured over 20 panels and live demonstrations in 2023 alone
- 100,000+ annual digital readers across web and social channels
- Over 12,000 hospitality professionals engaged through Chef HQ events since inception
- Shortlisted for Best Trade Magazine at UK B2B Media Awards
- Established partnerships with top suppliers including Winterhalter, Welbilt, and Rational
Chef Publishing Ltd continues to elevate the conversation around foodservice through powerful storytelling, live industry engagement, and a chef-first ethos that resonates with professionals at every level of the hospitality journey.