And we’re back again with another addition of Eat My Words, this time with the succinct Michael Daniel of the Gate Restaurants, 2 fabulous vegetarian restaurants. The first, in Hammersmith, and their newest addition in Islington. They are often lauded as serving the best vegetarian in London, with rave reviews even by serious carnivores. You can check them out at http://thegaterestaurants.com/, or follow them on twitter @gaterestaurant.
What’s the key to making vegetarian cuisine exciting?
We just take the meat or fish, etc, out of the dishes.
We see that you recently held a mushroom fest. How did it go this year? And what gave you the idea to do it?
We have been running wild mushrooms fest at the gate for around 15 years. The reason – wild mushrooms are amazing and diverse and we love them.
What dish on your menu are you most proud of?
Courgette Flowers
What attributes do you look for when you are hiring a chef?
Balance, and 1 special attribute, whatever that might be
What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given, and by whom?
Do your best, my father
What was the last restaurant you visited and what were your thoughts?
Doc Kitchen, inventive food & great atmosphere
What’s your favourite local restaurant?
Rose Vegetarian Kingsbury
What chef(s) do you most admire?
Jamie [Oliver]
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