IoH Fellow publishes book in aid of Hospitality Action

John Roberts FIH has funded the publishing of his book; A Capon is? in aid of Hospitality Action which tells the light-hearted story of a young chef’s career in the mid-1960s and mid-1970s in leading London Hotels and restaurants.

With a foreword by Chef Brian Turner CBE, it has comments and recommendations by leading industry figures, including:

Mark Lewis CEO Hospitality Action

‘John’s enjoyable stroll down memory lane is timely indeed.’

Chris Gamm CEO Springboard UK

A great behind the scenes look during a defining period for the London dining scene. Packed full of fascinating characters and tasty stories of life behind the stove.’

Robert Richardson FIH, CEO Institute of Hospitality

‘A Capon is? Is a must-read for anyone wishing to understand the role and soul of a professional chef.’

Andrew Green CEO Craft Guild of Chefs

‘A great read for all aspiring chefs whatever their age, start to read it and you will not be able to put it down.’

Cyrus Todiwala OBE, DL, FIH; Chef & Restaurateur

‘I think the book is going to soar!’

Peter Joyner: Food Development Director Elior UK, Culinary Academy Team Manager

‘This book was a fantastic read, it brought back so many memories of my first years in the trade.’

A Capon is? is available to purchase via the link below or via the IoH library bookshop.

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