An Exclusive One-Night Dining Event with Chef Mick Binnington
Led by Chef Patron Andrew McLeish, Chapter One in Locksbottom proudly presents an exclusive one-night dining event with award-winning Chef Mick Binnington on Tuesday, 1st September. This exceptional modern European culinary experience features a bespoke five-course tasting menu, regional English wine pairings, and a complimentary signed copy of his debut cookbook, celebrating the finest seasonal Kentish produce. (Sample menu only; please view our current menus for up-to-date offerings.)
Complimentary Book & Signing of CHEF
Each couple will receive a complimentary copy of Mick’s debut cookbook, CHEF, featuring a foreword written by his former mentor, Chef Patron Andrew McLeish. Guests will enjoy a personal book signing with Mick before sitting down to savour a meticulously crafted five-course tasting menu, showcasing signature modern European dishes made with premium ingredients sourced from trusted regional artisans.
A Chapter One Homecoming
For Mick, this event is a genuine homecoming. Over twenty years ago, he joined Chapter One under the expert guidance of Chef Patron Andrew McLeish. Starting as a commis chef, he steadily honed his modern European technique, ultimately progressing to sous chef during a formative four-year tenure in our kitchen.
Mick frequently credits his time at Chapter One as the bedrock of his professional career. Here, he mastered the precision and culinary craftsmanship that define exceptional fine dining, alongside the fundamental values of consistency, discipline, and an unwavering attention to detail.
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Exclusive Tasting Menu & Fine Wine Pairing
Sample menu only, view current menus.
Life After Chapter One
Since his time at Chapter One, Mick has continually elevated his craft alongside some of the UK’s most celebrated culinary figures. His impressive pedigree includes working with Daniel Clifford at the two-Michelin-starred Midsummer House, Chris Staines at the Michelin-starred Foliage at The Mandarin Oriental, and Pascal Aussignac at Club Gascon.
He later opened his own acclaimed establishment, The Windmill Chatham Green, earning a prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand within weeks of opening and proudly retaining it throughout its lifespan. Today, Mick curates bespoke menus for private and celebrity clientele, whilst also hosting highly sought-after Chef’s Table experiences and masterclasses.
Seasonal British Produce & Regional Wine Estate Pairings
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Hot and cold canapés on the terrace
with a glass of Silver Reign NV English Sparkling Wine,
Silverhand Estate, Meopham
Cornish crab with Kentish tomato jelly and basil
Chalk stream trout with mustard and tarragon
Skye’s Chardonnay, 2022, Balfour, Hush Heath Estate, Kent
Henden Estate fallow venison tartare, chargrilled sourdough, dehydrated egg yolk and smoked mayonnaise
Rabbit Hole Pinot Noir, 2024, Simpsons Wine Estate, Kent
Roast free-range chicken sourced from trusted heritage poultry farms, accompanied by a crisp rösti potato, buttered leeks, and a rich truffle sauce.
Luke’s Pinot Noir, 2023, Balfour, Hush Heath Estate, Kent
Sesame and bramble millefeuille, tonka bean crémeux and blackberry sorbet
Nyetimber Cuvée Chérie Demi-Sec, Sussex
Petits fours
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