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Rory Macdonald

Rory Macdonald is a london born, new york based chef and culinary expert. his love for travel has led him to explore opportunities in spain, england and the us. his experience includes spain’s restaurant arzak and el cenador de salvador, and london’s pearl restaurant. stateside he opened gordon ramsay’s venture at the london hotel in new york city, which subsequently received two michelin stars.

In 2012 chef rory joined the hakkasan group as executive pastry chef usa. after 6 months the new york location was awarded a michelin star. macdonald proceeded to open & operate four additional locations within the us. chanson is macdonald’s first solo enterprise, showcasing his unique style & innovative ideas.