I had a holiday job in a kitchen, but I think we'll draw a polite veil over that. There was nothing joyous or creative about it. And none of this helped my studies. Fergus Henderson creativedrawhelp Change image and share on social
I've probably got lots of heroes. One is a chap called Charles Campbell - he is a wonderful chap. We cooked together in a nightclub in Notting Hill. He told me brilliant stories of food and life and generally put me on the right track. Fergus Henderson brilliantcallcampbell share on social
I think tripe is maligned. It's wonderful stuff, but everyone goes 'urgh.' You have to wash and then cook it, very gently braise it, for eight hours. It uplifts you but steadies you at the same time. Fergus Henderson braisecookgently Change image and share on social
I feel good when I stir something with a spurtle, but I don't make porridge very much in London. Fergus Henderson feelgoodlondon Change image and share on social
We live in a flat; my wife would be happy if we had a house with stairs. Or a little cottage in the country. Fergus Henderson cottagecountryflat Change image and share on social
Do not let the word 'tripe' deter you. Let its soothing charms win you over, and enjoy it as do those who always have! Fergus Henderson charmdeterenjoy Change image and share on social