James 'Jocky' Petrie

James ‘Jocky’ Petrie is widely regarded as one of the UK's most innovative, imaginative and creative development chefs. He is most recognised for his former role as Head of Creative Development of the multi award winning 3 Michelin starred restaurant The Fat Duck, as well as his work alongside Heston Blumenthal researching and creating dishes that have received global critical acclaim. He appears regularly as judge and mentor on BBC's Masterchef and as panelist on BBC Radio 4's Kitchen Cabinet. Petrie is currently Head of Development at two Michelin starred The Ledbury restaurant in Notting Hill, recently voted 10th best restaurant in the world.