Mel Meets.....Head Chef Russell Burns of The Yellow Broom



Mel headed over to The Yellow Broom and met up with Russell Burns; Head Chef and Proprietor at the modern restaurant in the Cheshire countryside with his wife Nathalie.

  • What is your name? Russell Burns.

  • What is your current position? Chef patron.

  • And your restaurant is called? The Yellow Broom.

  • How long have you been cooking? 37 years.

  • Tell me about your current menu. We have launched a light lunch menu Monday to Friday with classic salads, crepes and interesting sandwiches. Our dinner menu is focused on simple grills and fabulous traditional dishes.

  • What's your most popular dish on the menu? Crab, leek and gruyere tart.

  • Where's the tastiest meal you've ever had? Veal T-bone steak in Majorca roasted with Rosemary and rock salt.

  • Where is your favourite restaurant? L'osteria Di Giovanni, Palma Majorca.

  • Would you ever go on Masterchef or go down the celebrity chef route? Once appeared on Roll the Dice.

  • What do you think of the Michelin stars - is this the ultimate goal? It must be very rewarding for any chef to achieve such recognition.

  • Who does the cooking at home? KFC, Ronald McDonald and Nandos.

  • Have you any guilty pleasures when it comes to eating bad food? I do like ketchup!

  • 10 years from now, where will you be? Still enjoying running our restaurant.

  • Any tips for budding wannabe chefs? Keep it simple and fresh.

  • If you could work for any chef, who would it be? Bernard Faraut, the Executive Chef at The Midland, Manchester in the eighties - loves parsley!

  • You're in an all you can eat - what do you go for first? Sweet corn.
    Posted: Wednesday 5th November 2014
    ID: 2416 - 1239



    • About Yellow Broom

    01477 534048
    Twemlow Green, Holmes Chapel, Cheshire, CW4 8BL
    [email protected]
    www.yellowbroom.co.uk/

    Whether you are a first time guest, regular visitor & friend, or a new local face to the area , you will always be warmly welcomed.

    Situated in the picturesque Cheshire village of Twemlow Green, The Yellow Broom is one of Cheshire's best known landmarks and treasured restaurants.

    Here at the Yellow Broom we understand the true meaning of hospitality. Russell & Nathalie along with their team have a built a reputation as one of the most popular eateries in the Cheshire area.

    The Yellow Broom is surrounded by lawns, a beautiful secluded south facing garden and heated terrace, enjoying an idyllic, typically English setting. But beyond the eye-catching displays is Russell's Lost Plot; vegetable, herb and flower garden that provide when in season pretty flowers displays and ultra fresh, organic herbs and salads.

    From the beautiful Outside Verandah to the serene cascading fountain, a stroll through Nathalie's secluded garden is the ideal place to while away an afternoon relaxing and enjoying the verdant scenery whilst catching up with friends and family.

    The Yellow Broom has maintained a fine reputation for excellent food, superb wines and friendly, relaxed atmosphere. All combined to create a unique environment & setting for guests to celebrate & enjoy with family & friends.

    Delicious food, kept simple - always delivered with a smile.

    This is the secret of our Yellow Broom; what makes it special and individual the restaurant it is today.

    Our dress code is smart casual.