Revelations: Lorenzo Nigro, head chef at Archway, London
We delve into the life and inner thoughts of a top chef. This week, Lorenzo Nigro, head chef at Archway, London
What was your best subject at school?
PE and geography
What was your first job?
In Tuscany, as a commis chef in a restaurant by the sea
What do you normally have for breakfast?
A cheese and ham croissant is my go-to treat
What do you do to relax?
I ride by bike on my days off
Which is your favourite restaurant?
If I had to chose, it's got to be Franco's on Jermyn Street. This is the first restaurant I worked in London when I moved six years ago. I started as a commis there and I've learned a lot. I also met my fiancée there!
What's your favourite hotel?
My parents' and my grandma's house when I go back to Italy!
What is your favourite drink?
I've recently discovered white port and tonic water
What flavour combinations do you detest?
Chicken with pasta is a big no-no for all Italians
What do you always carry with you?
My bike if I can
Which person gave you the greatest inspiration?
The women in my family really inspired me to cook and gave me my passion for food
Cast away on a desert island, what luxury would you take?
Cheese
Describe your ultimate nightmare?
Missing my flight – I always have to get to the airport super-early, which drives my family crazy
Tell us a secret…
I've tried pineapple on pizza…
What irritates you most about the industry?
Some people don't treat the hospitality industry as a career path and so don't respect it
**What's your favourite book?
Taste by Stanley Tucci
When did you last eat a hamburger?
Two days ago from Honest Burger
If you had more time, what would you do?
I would love to go on adventures on my bike and spend time in Italy with my family
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