The Autumn Chef Series

Three evenings with some of the UK’s most exciting and creative culinary voices, hosted at the Reef Knot Restaurant

 

Three exceptional evenings. Three distinct culinary talents. One unforgettable coastal setting.

 

This autumn, The Idle Rocks welcomes a distinguished line‑up of chefs for a trio of exclusive, chef‑driven evenings.

Featuring celebrated figures from some of the UK’s most renowned restaurants, the Autumn Chef Series brings bold creativity, refined technique and thoughtful wine expertise to the calm beauty of St Mawes.

Each event offers an intimate, immersive dining experience, shaped by the artistry, personality and modern hospitality that define these standout voices.

Read on to discover the details of these exclusive events.

 

7th November: A Wine‑Led Evening with Matthew Mawtus of HIDE

For the second weekend of the Autumn Chef Series, Guy Owen welcomes Matthew Mawtus of HIDE for an intimate, wine‑led evening at The Reef Knot Restaurant. Rooted in their long friendship and years working together in London, the night centres on the vintages that shaped that time — expressive wines with clarity and character, paired with a menu crafted to echo their shared history.

28th November: A Night with Adam Smith of Woven

For the final weekend of the Autumn Chef Series, Guy Owen welcomes Adam Smith of Woven at Coworth Park — one of the UK’s most accomplished modern British chefs. Known for refined, emotive cooking rooted in classical technique and exceptional British produce, Adam brings his signature style to The Reef Knot Restaurant for a one‑night‑only collaboration.

The Chefs Table Weekend

A behind‑the‑scenes culinary weekend with Guy Owen and the exceptional talents shaping this year’s Autumn Chef Series.

If you’d like to discover more about these events, don’t hesitate to contact us:

Email reservations@stmawes.com or call 01326 270270

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