Chefs revealed for Northcote Obsession 2025

The chef line-up for Northcote Obsession 2025 has been unveiled.

The culinary event celebrates 25 years this year and will be taking place at the Lancashire hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant in the Ribble Valley between 24 January and 6 February.

Twenty-one chefs, who share 27 Michelin stars between them, will be cooking under executive chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen over the course of 17 nights.

Obsession was launched in 2001 by Craig Bancroft and Nigel Haworth as a social gathering for chefs and guests alike.

Goodwin-Allen said: “Obsession has an extraordinary history and I feel privileged to have been part of that history since day one. Craig Bancroft and Nigel Haworth introduced this extraordinary event in 2001 at Northcote. The concept was unique for the UK and that’s what made it what it is today. I was proud to take over the reins in 2022 and bring collections of innovative chefs and a diverse ranges of cuisine to Obsession. Its an honour to lead the 25th anniversary of this special event.

“Over the years I’ve seen so many incredible chefs work their magic on the pass and create everlasting memories for our guests. The passion and the excitement of Obsession is infectious. Beyond the incredible food, Obsession is a social gathering for industry professionals and food enthusiasts, it’s a place to network, connect and share a love for outstanding food and wine.”

Alain Roux, chef-patron of the Waterside Inn in Bray, added: “I’m so excited at the prospect of participating in Northcote Obssession25, especially to be preparing the grand finale dinner. It will be a privilege to share the kitchen with chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen and join the 25th anniversary celebrations.”

Who are the chefs cooking at Northcote Obsession 2025?

• Friday 24th January: Lisa Goodwin Allen, Northcote, Ribble Valley (one star)
• Saturday 25th January: Jonny Lake, Trivet, London (two stars)
• Sunday 26th January: Cal Byerley and Ian Walker, Pine, Newcastle upon Tyne (one star, one green star)
• Monday 27th January: Rafael Cagali, Da Terra, London (two stars)
• Tuesday 28th January: Miller Prada, Humo, London (one star)
• Wednesday 29th January: Graeme Cheevers, Unalome by Graeme Cheevers, Glasgow (one star)
• Thursday 30th January: Vincent Crepel, Terre, Castlemartyr Resort, Cork (two stars)
• Friday 31st January: Max Coen, Dorian, London (one star)
• Saturday 1st February: Paul Cunningham, Henne Kirkeby Kro, Denmark (two stars, one green star) and Nathan Outlaw, Outlaw’s New Road, Port Isaac (one star)
• Sunday 2nd February: Angela Hartnett, Murano London (one star), Neil Borthwick, the French House, London, Mitch Tonks, the Seahorse, Dartmouth
• Monday 3rd February: Hélène Darroze and Marco Zampese, Hélène Darroze at the Connaught, London (three stars)
• Tuesday 4th February: Jean Delport, Interlude, Horsham, Sussex (one star, one green star)
• Wednesday 5th February: Yannick Alléno, Pavyllon, London (one star) and Alleno Paris, Paris (three stars) 
• Thursday 6th February: Ed Wilson, Brawn, London 
• Friday 7th February: Ivor Jones, Chef’s Warehouse Beau Constantia, Cape Town 
• Saturday 8th February: Michael Wilson, Maguerite, Singapore (one star)
• Sunday 9th February: Alain Roux, the Waterside Inn, Bray (three stars)

Tickets for Obsession25 are priced at £220 per person, including a Louis Roederer Champagne and canapé reception, five-course menu, coffee and petit fours.