2 Michelin-starred James Close reveals the secret behind his Raby Hunt restaurant

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Editor 18th December 2023
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2 Michelin-starred James Close reveals the secret behind his Raby Hunt restaurant

Watch two Michelin-starred James Close reveal the secret behind his Raby Hunt restaurant.

James talks about achieving a work life balance now he has realised the restaurant isn't more important than family, why the hospitality industry really needs 'to sort itself out' and why he never chased Michelin stars.

Watch James' full video here: youtu.be/e0HLXp-SK5U

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