CHRIS WHEELER

Crowning MOMENT

Celebrated Chef Chris Wheeler returns to Buckinghamshire to delight customers with his new venture. Absolutely finds out more

CHRIS WHEELER OUTSIDE THE CROWN INN

Chris Wheeler, former Executive Chef of Stoke Park in Buckinghamshire for nearly 20 years, will be taking over The Crown Inn at Farnham Common, which will be o cially opening on Saturday 4 February 2023.

The newly named “Chris Wheeler at The Crown Inn” will have something for everyone on the new menu – from bar snacks and small plates, to classic British dishes and fine dining experiences. This venue was chosen for the new venture as it allows the mix of personal and business to smoothly fuse. Life is a new balance where it is key to bring a service and this concept like no other in the local area for all to experience.

On the opening, Chris says: “I am very excited to be opening Chris Wheeler at The Crown! We have an amazing team, a great atmosphere and tantalising dishes ready to serve to our customers. My philosophy is to serve high-quality food in a comfortable and homely setting accompanied by excellent service.”

Chris hopes that his return to the Buckinghamshire food scene will be a triumphant one, and that The Crown Inn will become the beating heart of food in the local area. The Crown Inn aspires to be a hub for foodies, business meetings, private functions and weddings. An events calendar will be coming soon and will feature set menus, themed nights and a farmers’ market.

Local businessman Russell Allen joins Chris Wheeler as co-owner of The Crown Inn. Russell says that “living in the area The Crown was always my local, and I could see its fantastic potential not only in the magnificent building (the cellar used to be the local courthouse!), its stunning location and outside space, but also its role and 250 year heritage of serving the community. We are thrilled to be teaming up with Chris, who I have known and admired for many years, to take The Crown to the next level and once again become the beating heart of a vibrant community, and an Inn for all occasions.”

In addition, the “Chris Wheeler at Home” empire will be expanding further and providing a fine dining experience directly into your home or business. Being ahead of the curve, this business has been pivoted to create an innovative experience wherever you may be located. Details will be announced soon as to how you can get the Chris Wheeler fine dining experience in the comfort of your own home.

Trained alongside Jean-Christophe Novelli, over the past 30 years Chris Wheeler has beenwowing guests with his innovative cuisine and creative flair. From being the right-hand man to Novelli, to heading up the kitchens for almost 20 years at the multi award-winning Stoke Park in Buckinghamshire, Chris’s ability to create exquisite, mouth-watering dishes has won much praise from both the international media and the many guests who have enjoyed his food over the years.

In 2016 he was named the Hotel Chef of the Year (over 250 covers) at the prestigious Hotel Cateys and has entertained millions on Saturday Kitchen, Sunday Brunch and Great British Menu. In 2018 he released his debut cookbook, The Ginger Chef ‘Served Up’, which features over 65 recipes to suit all appetites.

Chris’s years of knowledge and multi award-winning expertise in the gastronomic industry will be the star of the show at The Crown Inn.

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Photography by Maureen Mclean