Chef launches new collaboration series at Cornish coastal restaurant - will welcome three of the UK’s most exciting Michelin-starred chefs

Chef Adam Handling MBE has launched a new dining series at his Michelin-starred restaurant Ugly Butterfly in Newquay, Cornwall, bringing together three of the UK’s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. The Four-Hands Dinner Series will feature Nieves Barragán of Sabor and Legado (London), Andy Beynon of Behind (London), and Simon Hulstone of The Elephant (Torquay), each collaborating with Handling to create exclusive tasting menus. The chefs will cook side-by-side in Ugly Butterfly’s open kitchen, showcasing their individual styles while emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and pushing culinary boundaries. The series begins on June 4 and runs through September 8, with each chef participating in a one-off evening. Three additional dinners will take place at Handling’s London restaurant, Frog, to accommodate guests across the UK. Handling, who received his first Michelin Star for Ugly Butterfly in January 2026, described the series as a celebration of diverse perspectives in the culinary world. The nine Michelin Stars represented by the participating chefs highlight the collaboration’s prestige. Guests can expect a unique experience blending creativity and tradition, with menus designed to reflect each chef’s signature approach. The event offers a rare opportunity for diners to witness high-level culinary collaboration, with a focus on sustainability and redefining professional cooking in Britain. Handling’s vision aligns with his broader mission of fostering creativity through shared kitchen experiences. Tickets for the series are expected to sell out quickly, given the caliber of the participating chefs and the exclusivity of the event.