Ester x James Lowe | Vivid Chef Series

James Lowe is the chef-owner of Lyle’s in London, a Michelin-starred restaurant celebrated for its sustainable, pared-back approach to modern British cuisine. Since opening in 2014, Lyle’s has been consistently ranked in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Before this, James honed his craft at St. John Bread & Wine, The Fat Duck and The River Café, developing a deep respect for seasonal produce and thoughtful simplicity.

Mat Lindsay’s culinary journey began by chance when he took a job at Rockpool while studying graphic design. Training under Neil Perry and Kylie Kwong at Rockpool, Wokpool and Billy Kwong, he developed a deep understanding of produce, technique and flavour. In 2013, he opened ester in Chippendale, now a cornerstone of contemporary Australian dining. He later expanded his vision with Poly, a beloved wine bar, and A.P Bakery, continuing his legacy of thoughtful, produce-driven cooking and baking.