Mark Chandler is a self-taught chef who has been at helm of The White Hart, in Fyfield, Oxfordshire, for 11 years.
Along with wife Kay, the pair restored an historic grade II listed former chantry house back to its 15th century glory, creating a warm and welcoming hostelry which specialises in freshly-cooked, seasonal British dining and service with a smile.
After buying The White Hart and being propelled into the kitchen because he couldn’t find a suitable chef, cooking has become a real passion for this creative all-rounder, who has earned multiple awards including two AA rosettes, as well the coveted title of Restaurant of the Year at the Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards. Cooking for Prince Harry in the restaurant has been another highlight. Mark’s own cooking style primarily reflects modern British cuisine, and he finds that his food is at its best during the autumn months, when his kitchen gardens are in full swing and he can fill the restaurant menu with his own produce, picked mere minutes before being cooked.
The White Hart has been described as a ‘foodie’s paradise’ by the Oxford Times and named as one of the top 50 great pubs in England by the Telegraph, and is a favourite with locals and visitors from far and wide.
Located in the picturesque village of Fyfield, The White Hart boasts a breathtaking setting, from the soaring eaves of the great hall and minstrel’s gallery to the cosy bar with roaring fire in winter months and terrace with aromatic herb gardens in summer.
Website : The White Hart, Fyfield
