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Forbes
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Max Coen Wants Dorian To Feel Fun, Comfortable And Cozy
Modern British restaurant Dorian is arguably one of the hardest reservations to snag in London. Beloved by celebrities and locals alike, it's known for its cozy atmosphere and incredible menu that emphasizes local British produce. Created by Max Coen, the restaurant garned its first Michelin star in 2024 and has since retained its status as one of the best restaurants in London. 'Starting, Dorian felt like stepping into the world of the unknown,' says Coen in an interview with Forbes. 'It was my first restaurant and my first head chef position, so I didn't really know exactly what I was meant to do. As time went on, I realized I knew instinctively what the right thing to do was. Looking back, I feel like I made a lot of correct decisions, but mistakes are only natural and are the best way to learn. Those learning challenges are what make us stronger going forward.' Before opening Dorian, Coen previously worked in numerous fine dining kitchens with Michelin stars, including Frantzén and Ikoyi. This Notting Hill venture is Coen's first solo restaurant. 'The idea was always to create a restaurant with the greatest quality of cooking, led by the most talented individuals throughout the team, but never to compromise on the coziness and warmth, always avoiding being labelled as pretentious,' he says. 'We are set on positioning ourselves within the elevated bistronomy sector of hospitality, where we can connect the high-end dining experience to the beauty of the cooking and dishes." On that same notion, Coen also worked in some rigorous kitchens and knew he wanted to create an incredible working environment. He wanted to bring in people who would surround us with positivity and help him create the best restaurant that he possibly could. 'I think the main lesson that I wanted to bring to Dorian and to my own life is that it's very important to be able to empower people.'For Coen, cooking fills the hole of satisfaction that he had when he was searching for what to do with his future. 'It's an extreme passion as well as an obsession, and I always say to people asking me about whether they should get into cooking or not is to decide or realize if you are obsessed with it,' explains Coen. 'If not, then I think it is really difficult; it engulfs your life, with such inundated feelings, it must leave you feeling positive when you reflect; otherwise, it could be extremely draining.' Compared to other Michelin ventures, Dorian stands out for its relaxed atmosphere. 'Everything we do at Dorian is fun,' says Coen. 'The service, food and team are all built on the idea of enjoyment and creating a room full of playfulness and enjoyment.' According to Coen, the menu was created off of three main keywords: delicious, thoughtful and meaningful. 'Thoughtful in the way I approach writing the menu and creating dishes, each component is deeply considered, but it's always rooted in deliciousness in a relaxed, unpretentious manner,' he says. One of the main pillars of Dorian is emphasizing and using locally sourced produce. In order to do this, Coen strives to work with local producers who can provide the restaurant with the best version of an ingredient, regardless of whether it is a piece of fish or a broad bean. 'We're constantly on the search for the farm or fisherman who can guarantee us, firstly, the desired product, but most importantly, the best version of it,' he says. 'We may have 3 farms that have broad beans available, but we need to understand which has the best handling practices, growing methods, and, therefore, the beans' flavor and texture.' At the helm of the success of Dorian, Coen is now working on his next venture, a Japanese bistro that will open at the end of the year. The spot will focus on hot Japanese with a small amount of raw ingredients. It will be led by a chef who used to work at Dorian called Yuji Shimokawa.
Daily Mail
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Gary Lineker's ex-wife Danielle Bux jets off on family holiday with rarely-seen husband Nate Greenwald and daughter Romy
Gary Lineker 's ex-wife Danielle Bux jetted off on a family holiday with her husband Nate Greenwald and their daughter Romy, seven, on Tuesday. The model, 45, shared a video montage of their time away in the sunshine, including clips of the Nate, alongside the caption: 'Favourite things'. It's the first time Nate has been seen on Danielle's social media accounts since last September. In one clip, the American entertainment lawyer was playing around in the sea with their daughter, who they welcomed in 2017. Another saw him sweetly carrying Romy around on his shoulders as they made their way to the beach. Elsewhere in the clip, Danielle looked incredible as she slipped into a figure-hugging patterned gown. The model, 45, shared a video montage of their time away in the sunshine, including clips of the Nate, alongside the caption: 'Favourite things' She later wore a white shirt and sun hat as she played with her daughters hair in the sand, before sharing more snippets including stunning sunset beach videos. It comes just three weeks after Gary appeared to enjoy a cosy night in with Danielle as the pair cracked open a bottle of wine. Joined by the former footballer's son Harry, 31, and pals Lucy Pinder and Ella Willis, Danielle took to her Instagram Story with a few snaps from the night as they played cards. Snapping a shot of Gary chatting she penned: 'When the game isn't football...' The former couple split in 2016 and Danielle went on to marry Nate three years later in 2019. They have remained close ever since their break-up, with the presenter, 64, admitting some might find their friendship 'unusual'. Gary previously revealed the cause of their marital breakdown was sparked by Danielle's desire to have another child. The Welsh actress welcomed her daughter, Romy, seven, in 2017 with Nate after the pair began dating in 2016. Since Danielle and Gary amicably parted, he has been open about the fact they have stayed in close contact, texting each other 'three times a day' and going on holiday together. She later wore a white shirt and sun hat as she played with her daughters hair in the sand, before sharing more snippets including stunning sunset beach videos It's the first time Nate has been seen on Danielle's social media accounts since last September Joined by the former footballer's son Harry, 31, and pals Lucy Pinder and Ella Willis, Danielle, 45, took to her Instagram Story with a few snaps from the night as they played cards 'Danielle and I are best mates, we still speak three times a day, we text all the time,' he told The Mirror previously. 'When she comes to London she stays with me, and when I go to Los Angeles I see her.' Gary previously proved he is the friendliest of exes with Danielle in December when the Match Of The Day host snubbed BBC Sports Personality Of The Year for a dinner together. They enjoyed an evening out at Dorian Restaurant in Notting Hill with Danielle, while his colleagues gathered in MediaCityUK, Salford, for the awards show. Gary and Danielle married on 2 September 2009, in Ravello, Italy, but they split seven years later. The former footballer revealed they broke up over her desire to have children, while he was comfortable with his four sons, George, 34, Harry, 31, Tobias, 29, and Angus, 27, from his previous marriage with Michelle Cockayne who he tied the knot with in 1986. Danielle had daughter Ella, 22, from a previous relationship and they have reunited as a family in the years since their split for their 'annual Christmas dinner'. Gary previously told the Times: 'Obviously I would have done, but she said, "It's not fair on you". Then I said, "Well, I'd feel terrible if I stop you doing it". Speaking on his friend Gaby Logan's podcast The Mid-Point, Gary explained further: 'It was purely down to children. 'She already had a daughter, I had four boys, [but] then her body clock started ticking and she had the urge'. 'In the end, we decided 'Well, why don't we just stay mates?',' he continued, adding he wanted to leave her free to find someone who was also interested in having a baby. 'She didn't want me to do something that I didn't really want, deep down - and I didn't want to stop her from doing something that she really wanted, deep down, so we just came to a logical and sensible [split]'.
