Masterchef chef to visit Highland restaurant and cook up a storm

A RUSH for places at the dinner table is expected when renowned chef Michel Roux jnr visits an Inverness restaurant's kitchen next month.

Roux, a Masterchef judge and head chef at the Michelin-starred Le Gavroche in London, will be combining French cuisine and local produce when he cooks a four-course meal for customers.

Chez Roux at Rocpool Reserve, the first Scottish restaurant opened by Michel's father, Albert Roux, is taking bookings on a first-come-first-served basis due to the anticipated popularity of the event on 24 February.

For 85 per head, including wine, diners can expect culinary treats including pigeon turnover with wild mushrooms and foie gras.

Roux said: "My father has been very involved with the restaurant and I'm delighted to also have the opportunity to come to such a fantastic city and cook for the people."