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Links House at Royal Dornoch has announced the appointment of Theo Creton as executive chef at the hotel’s 2 AA Rosette-holding Mara restaurant.
Previously head chef within the restaurant’s opening kitchen team in 2021, Creton cooks with the “freshest” produce and support from local suppliers. His dishes are inspired by his travels while celebrating “the best” of Scotland’s larder.
Travelling between 2022-23, he spent time in both Southeast Asia and Australia, working on the private island Hayman in the Whitsundays in addition to working within the Brisbane area. Upon his return to the UK, he worked at the 3 AA Rosette L’Ortolan.
Within his new role, Creton will have the chance to develop the private dining opportunities currently on offer as part of Links House’s Anteroom. Situated in Glenshiel House, up to 12 diners can enjoy a bespoke dining experience and October also sees the commencement of the first Anteroom Supper Clubs.
Held in collaboration with Dornoch BID, 14 diners will be treated to a four course menu featuring locally sourced meat and produce, whilst Creton and his team will be supported by students from the UHI Culinary Programme for the evening.
Regarding his appointment, Creton said: “I couldn’t be more excited to be back at Mara and leading such an engaged and knowledgeable team. After spending a year cooking around the globe, it feels like I’m back home, and I can’t wait to reflect on my time away in the new menus we have planned.
“One of my first challenges being back in the kitchen is getting to grips with half a wild boar. I’ve started off making bacon from its belly and experimenting with curing the meat.”
To celebrate his return to Dornoch, Mara has refreshed its menu offerings, introducing seasonally inspired dishes including Portmahomack Scottish Lobster Lasagne and Ardgay Venison Tartare.
Links House managing director Phil Scott said: “It’s fantastic to have Theo back to lead the kitchen at Mara. This year has seen our teams work harder than ever to provide guests with the ultimate authentic Highlands hospitality experience, and it’s wonderful to have Theo here to spearhead our culinary offerings.”
