MasterChef Winner Leads Gastronomic Adventure At Local Care Home

Signature at Highgate hosted an exclusive cookery class and Q&A featuring renowned MasterChef winner, Jane Devonshire. The live cooking demonstration for Signature at Highgate residents and members of the local community was a delightful culinary experience, showcasing innovative techniques to elevate traditional dishes.

Celebrity chef Jane took centre stage, sharing her expertise on transforming the humble roast dinner into a luxurious and inclusive dining experience. The event focused on breaking down culinary barriers and introducing residents to the art of gastronomy.

The highlight of the event was the live demonstration where Jane showcased clever cooking techniques, emphasising the importance of elevating food beyond the ordinary. From transforming a simple stuffing ball into a culinary masterpiece, to utilising leftover bits creatively, the session provided valuable insights into enhancing culinary standards.

Jane addressed crucial topics during the event, including food wastage and sustainable culinary practices, as well as answering questions about her time on BBC MasterChef. Residents learned how to utilise every part of ingredients, from using leftover carcasses to creating flavourful gravies, to turning carrot skins into a rich stock. Attendees were treated to a tasting experience that showcased the depth of flavours created through sustainable and innovative cooking.

Whilst the live demonstration was a one-off event, Signature at Highgate residents enjoy Jane’s dishes every day of the week as she has co-designed the seasonal menus and recipes that are served at every Signature home throughout the year.

Jane Devonshire, MasterChef winner and guest chef at Signature at Highgate, said:“I’ve had a lovely time cooking for the residents at the home and chatting to them. One of my favourite parts of my job is being able to showcase my craft, and, especially in today’s climate, showing how to maximise resources and be as sustainable as possible when cooking at home. I hope Signature at Highgate’s residents enjoyed themselves as much as I did!”

A resident at Signature at Highgate shared:“The session with Jane was so fun and insightful! I’ve never before had the opportunity of participating in a cookery class like this before, and I felt like I really learnt something. There’s definitely a lot I’m going to be able to take away from that.”