The Bankhouse Diner (and quirky crafts) formerly B H Grill, Bean Encounter & B H Wine Bar.

Carole

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That's because he has a new chef, he's already won National Geographic Best Destination Restaurant in the World, don't you know..... Michelin star is just round the corner...

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=493745854494276&id=163144887554376&anchor_composer=false

It doesn’t sound like he has a new chef.
It sounds like his friend is popping over from Calgary to help out for a week or two with advice on a new culinary programme.

The thing is... even if it’s any good, will chef Johnathan listen?
 

c0tt0nt0p

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Indeed but keeping a sense of proportion and reality is pretty important in establishing long-term, successful business.

The chap isn't going to be a permanent fixture, probably a mate coming over to offer his view on things...

It probably won't make me go back but its his business and as we know his choice. I any case when it comes to "keeping a sense of proportion and reality", do do know he's American right ?? :D
 

Feed The Goat

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It doesn’t sound like he has a new chef.
It sounds like his friend is popping over from Calgary to help out for a week or two with advice on a new culinary programme.

The thing is... even if it’s any good, will chef Johnathan listen?

I hope his mate does not arrive on Monday or a Tuesday, as he will bounce off the locked door.
 

bunique

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I particularly like his comment below the post that Staffordians probably won’t “get it” or words to that effect :rolleyes:
 

Carole

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The comment about chefs being rock stars and his cookery being too good for Stafford is one of the most breathtakingly arrogant things I’ve ever read.

I can’t see that bit on the link.
Can someone copy and paste for me please?
 

Gramaisc

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I can’t see that bit on the link.
Can someone copy and paste for me please?
"I do strongly believe that all restaurants must build a brand. More importantly, a proper chefs must be creative and cultural force that speaks for the people. Chefs are modern day rock stars! I believe in affordable, clean and gourmet food that is understood in my little American and quirky way. My brand is very niche market targeting the well traveled. Perhaps, misunderstood for the mass market of Stafford, frankly those that want their food faster, chips, coke or with ketchup, they are better off going to the High Street. I am using fantastic ingredients well beyond the local market and very advanced culinary techniques without the price tag. As a result, my efforts are being broadcasted through out the UK and beyond and one of the best chefs in the world is more than happy to volunteer his time to support me. As Dr Banks told me, is the product good enough for you or are you good enough for the product."
 
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Carole

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"I do strongly believe that all restaurants must build a brand. More importantly, a proper chefs must be creative and cultural force that speaks for the people. Chefs are modern day rock stars! I believe in affordable, clean and gourmet food that is understood in my little American and quirky way. My brand is very niche market targeting the well traveled. Perhaps, misunderstood for the mass market of Stafford, frankly those that want their food faster, chips, coke or with ketchup, they are better off going to the High Street. I am using fantastic ingredients well beyond the local market and very advanced culinary techniques without the price tag. As a result, my efforts are being broadcasted through out the UK and beyond and one of the best chefs in the world is more than happy to volunteer his time to support me. As Dr Banks told me, is the product good enough for you or are you good enough for the product."

That’s unbelievably self opinionated.
The guy really loves himself doesn’t he?
 

Feed The Goat

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The comment about chefs being rock stars and his cookery being too good for Stafford is one of the most breathtakingly arrogant things I’ve ever read.

If it was a parody account, it would actually be very good.
Was his quote first posted on April 1 by any chance.
 

Thehooperman

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"I do strongly believe that all restaurants must build a brand. More importantly, a proper chefs must be creative and cultural force that speaks for the people. Chefs are modern day rock stars! I believe in affordable, clean and gourmet food that is understood in my little American and quirky way. My brand is very niche market targeting the well traveled. Perhaps, misunderstood for the mass market of Stafford, frankly those that want their food faster, chips, coke or with ketchup, they are better off going to the High Street. I am using fantastic ingredients well beyond the local market and very advanced culinary techniques without the price tag. As a result, my efforts are being broadcasted through out the UK and beyond and one of the best chefs in the world is more than happy to volunteer his time to support me. As Dr Banks told me, is the product good enough for you or are you good enough for the product."

He should take over the Posthouse, that kind of attitude works there doesn't it?

I was nearly intrigued enough to go give this place a try but he's just pushed himself way down the batting order. There are far better quality, more extensive menus and customer focused restaurants in Stafford that will appreciate my custom and pennies.
 
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proactive

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"I do strongly believe that all restaurants must build a brand. More importantly, a proper chefs must be creative and cultural force that speaks for the people. Chefs are modern day rock stars! I believe in affordable, clean and gourmet food that is understood in my little American and quirky way. My brand is very niche market targeting the well traveled. Perhaps, misunderstood for the mass market of Stafford, frankly those that want their food faster, chips, coke or with ketchup, they are better off going to the High Street. I am using fantastic ingredients well beyond the local market and very advanced culinary techniques without the price tag. As a result, my efforts are being broadcasted through out the UK and beyond and one of the best chefs in the world is more than happy to volunteer his time to support me. As Dr Banks told me, is the product good enough for you or are you good enough for the product."
OMG!
 

joshua

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Running the place as a vanity project is one thing but stating that the locals are too stupid to "get" your food is arrogance beyond belief
 

The Notorious A.N.T.

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Try this ‘Chef Jonathan’, I am sure us Staffordian plebs will lap it up....... farking idiot.
 

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