Ben Gibbons

To coincide with the launch of Oxfords Junior Chefs of 2026 and OxFood Hero 2026 (more info and how to apply via links in bio) We’re releasing the Oxford Chef Talk series full interview and recipes from each of the 5 featured chefs! Want to cook like Ben? Heres his recipe for a refreshing Salmorejo with Crab & Cod. Find it on the careers page on our website, link in bio. Once this hits your palette you’ll be transported straight to Andalusia, ole! Apply for your chance to win Oxford Junior Chef of 2026, in partnership with FoodBuy, via the link in bio. Deadline to enter is SUNDAY 22ND FEB at 5pm. Apply for your chance to win OxFood Hero 2026, in partnership with @thefoodheroesfamily via the link in bio. Deadline to enter is 1st March, midnight. Thanks to our Oxford Chef Talks video sponsors: @lordwelluk @aldensbutchersoxford @savonafoods @goldstarrecruit Litmus Partnership, Foodbuy UK, @montmartrefinefoods Filmed by Stone Barrell: @jacob_clear_barrell @sarahelizabethstone

Thinking of becoming a chef? You’ll want to watch our interview with the incredible @chefbengibbons Head Chef at @st_annescollege – dropping this Friday. Ben is the fifth and final in a lineup of brilliant Oxfordshire chefs who’ve shared their stories (and a favourite recipe) with us to encourage more people to join the industry. Want to cook like Ben? Follow us at @guildofchefs_oxford to see the full interview. Thanks to our Oxford Chef Talks video sponsors: @lordwelluk @aldensbutchersoxford @savonafoods @goldstarrecruit Litmus Partnership, Foodbuy UK, @montmartrefinefoods Filmed by Stone Barrell: @jacob_clear_barrell @sarahelizabethstone #oxfordcheftalks #oxfordguildofchefs

Do you get a buzz from creativity as much as @chefbengibbons ? Have you ever considered becoming a chef to follow your passion? Follow the link in our bio for career information and Ben’s full interview dropping this Friday. Thanks to our Oxford Chef Talks video sponsors: @lordwelluk @aldensbutchersoxford @savonafoods @goldstarrecruit Litmus Partnership, Foodbuy UK, @montmartrefinefoods Filmed by Stone Barrell: @jacob_clear_barrell @sarahelizabethstone #oxfordguildofchefs #cheftalks #bengibbons #becomeachef

Tonight’s menu Canapés: > CURED TROUT CIGAR > TICKLEMORE SOURDOUGH CROUTE > OXFORDSHIRE PORK RILLETTE Bread: FOCACCIA Homemade butter | Worthy Earth petals Starter: CRISPY PORK BELLY & MORO SPICED PULPO Kohlrabi | Chermoula Main: OXFORDSHIRE LAMB, PISTACHIO & WILD GARLIC Pomegranate radicchio | Smoked quinoa tabbouleh Sweet: WHITE CHOCOLATE & LIME Cremeux | Basil & lime sorbet Cheese: PERROCHE Tomato chutney | Garlic & paprika shortbread YARLINGTON Runner bean chutney | Chilli & local honey shortbread SPARKENHOE BLUE Local quince jam | Pink peppercorn shortbread

Feeling incredibly honoured to have hosted the @guildofchefs_oxford annual Oxford Guild of Chefs Gala Dinner @stedmundhall it was an unforgettable evening catering for peers and supporting of the two charities OOSO and World Central Kitchen I couldn’t be prouder of my teams. The dedication, long hours, and passion they poured into making the night a success truly showed in every detail. It’s moments like these that remind me how lucky I am to work alongside such talented and committed people. Big shout out to Dan @sehkitchen and Molly @sehservery for their support in running the dinner and Hayley for organising the drinks and bar after. Not forgetting Sue @suemccarthy63 for supporting me in running the event and giving me her years of knowledge and experience in running a big event at Teddy Hall. It meant so much to have my parents @gailwhite1066 @geoffreywhite037 there as well, who have followed and supported my career. Having my wife @neuro_spice_all_things_nice out there made the evening even more special. And to top it all off, it was a real privilege to collaborate with one of my oldest friends, who now runs the Guild Ben Gibbons @chefbengibbons Sharing this experience together made the occasion even more meaningful. It was a special evening at Teddy Hall which will be remembered in years to come. A huge shout out to @ronniallenphotography for the amazing pictures of our food and evening 😎

Feeling incredibly honoured to have hosted the @guildofchefs_oxford annual Oxford Guild of Chefs Gala Dinner @stedmundhall it was an unforgettable evening catering for peers and supporting of the two charities OOSO and World Central Kitchen I couldn’t be prouder of my teams. The dedication, long hours, and passion they poured into making the night a success truly showed in every detail. It’s moments like these that remind me how lucky I am to work alongside such talented and committed people. Big shout out to Dan @sehkitchen and Molly @sehservery for their support in running the dinner and Hayley for organising the drinks and bar after. Not forgetting Sue @suemccarthy63 for supporting me in running the event and giving me her years of knowledge and experience in running a big event at Teddy Hall. It meant so much to have my parents @gailwhite1066 @geoffreywhite037 there as well, who have followed and supported my career. Having my wife @neuro_spice_all_things_nice out there made the evening even more special. And to top it all off, it was a real privilege to collaborate with one of my oldest friends, who now runs the Guild Ben Gibbons @chefbengibbons Sharing this experience together made the occasion even more meaningful. It was a special evening at Teddy Hall which will be remembered in years to come. A huge shout out to @ronniallenphotography for the amazing pictures of our food and evening 😎

A huge thank you and congratulations to the incredible kitchen and Front of House team at St Edmund Hall for delivering a truly outstanding 58th Gala Dinner. 👏✨ Hosting this prestigious event for the first time, the team rose to the occasion with professionalism, precision and genuine hospitality from start to finish. Special recognition to Director of Catering @chefwhite7 , whose exceptional menu showcased creativity, skill and quality throughout the team at every course — executed flawlessly by a brilliant brigade and supported seamlessly by the FOH team. Events like this are only possible through teamwork, dedication and passion, and St Edmund Hall delivered all three in abundance. Thank you for helping make the 2026 Gala Dinner such a memorable occasion. 🔥 📸 @ronniallenphotography and @chefgaryjones1 #oxfordguildofchefs #galadinner #58th #teddyhall #whatanight

What a day at the OxFood Hero Competition 2026 yesterday 🎉🍽️ As proud sponsors, we at The Food Heroes were pleased to see so much creativity and passion on display, with every dish showing real thought, skill and quality, and every chef bringing something special to the table 🙌 A big shoutout to @chefbengibbons , Head Chef of St. Annes College, University of Oxford, for bringing the event together. It’s no small task, and it showed 👨‍🍳 It’s always an honour to support an event that truly champions talent in the industry. Huge congratulations to everyone who took part 👏

A Fantastic day with @chefbengibbons @chris.neal.simms @guildofchefs_oxford Junior Chef Of The Year 2026 competition. Also The Oxford Food Hero Competition @pierre.koffmann @thefoodheroesfamily @benmurphychef lovely skills on show from all competitors. Congratulations to all involved, raising their skills #competition #oxford #junior #chef #hospitality 👏🙌💚x

Competitions Day 🕶️

Last night was pretty special. Big thanks to @lucynatalie and Foodbuy UK for inviting me along to Chefs Table 2026 in aid of @hospitalityaction 🙏 👨‍🍳 Had an incredible 6 course menu cooked by @cheftomkerridge , Stevie McLaughlin, @alexkimber2024 , @chefatulkochhar , @benmurphychef , @erik_van_loo #chefstable2026

Dinner tonight Octopus‘Pintxos Morunos’, pumpkin romesco, sherry soaked sultanas. ~ 35 day aged beef fore rib, cafe de Paris sauce, cheese & truffle potato croquettes. ~ Citron tart. ~ British cheeses & house condiments. #stannescollege #goodfood #pulpo #konro