'Entitled' chef berates those who do not 'order correctly'
The Independent|November 14, 2024
A chef has served up a fiery restaurant row after hitting out at window diners” who only order tap water and share courses.
ALBERT TOTH
'Entitled' chef berates those who do not 'order correctly'

Hugh Corcoran, co-owner of The Yellow Bittern in north London, took to Instagram to vent his frustration over patrons who lack dining “etiquette” to the point that they are no longer “worth serving”.

The Irish chef opened the restaurant just three weeks ago on London’s Caledonian Road. A rustic affair, it has only 18 seats and three staff – Mr Corcoran included. It is just open for lunch from Monday to Friday, and diners must phone or send a postcard to book.

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