Restaurant Associates and Cherish Finden unite to redefine patisserie

Restaurant Associates, the UK’s leading premium hospitality provider, is proud to announce a new culinary partnership with world-renowned pastry chef Cherish Finden.

Celebrated globally for her artistry and innovation in patisserie and well known as the formidable judge on Channel 4’s Bake Off: The Professionals. Cherish brings her signature creativity, precision and passion to Restaurant Associates, reimagining what is possible in the world of cakes and desserts.

This collaboration is driven by a shared ambition: to craft unforgettable guest experiences while showcasing patisserie as an art form. From flavour innovation to exquisite presentation, Cherish will work alongside Restaurant Associates’ talented pastry chefs to push boundaries, mentor rising talent and create desserts that elevate the brand’s premium hospitality offering.

Adam Thomason, Culinary Director at Restaurant Associates, comments: “Cherish’s energy, passion and meticulous attention to detail are unmatched. Our collaboration first came to life during Afternoon Tea Week, where she worked closely with our pastry team to design a showstopping menu inspired by Japanese culinary traditions. Her dedication to product and recipe development shone through in extraordinary creations such as the ‘3 Leafs’ Milk Tea Oolong Crèmeux, Masala Chai Mousse, and Black Tea Sponge - each as breathtaking in presentation as they were in flavour. It is a privilege to have Cherish mentoring our chefs and collaborating with our clients to deliver experiences that are truly world-class.”

Cherish Finden adds: “It was a true pleasure to work with such talented chefs and an inspiring team. Partnerships like this allow us to push the boundaries of pastry, blending creativity with technical excellence and taking our craft to new heights. I’m excited to continue innovating and creating bold, memorable desserts together with Restaurant Associates.”

This partnership underscores Restaurant Associates’ ongoing commitment to culinary innovation, learning and development and delivering hospitality experiences that surprise, delight and inspire.