Loves of My Life: Xanthe Ross

The best interviews are often the most personal. In Loves of My Life, we get to know the person behind their craft, asking them the important questions we're desperate to know—the restaurants and date-night spots, what's in their Saved folder on Instagram, the piece of jewellery they're most attached to and what's lurking at the bottom of their handbag. In short, these are the true loves of their life.

Chef, creator and supper club host Xanthe Ross grew up in North Wales and is now based in London. She brings the knowledge and inspiration of the countryside to the city in her work. Xanthe works with broad range of fashion and lifestyls brands, including Uniqlo, JCrew, San Pellegrino and Mutti Pomodoro, and has also cooked at several events for the likes of Sézane, Liberty and GANNI. With a deep passion for travel, fashion, and food, Xanthe seamlessly blends these influences to produce unique and captivating content.

What’s your #1 restaurant to visit in the whole world? And what would you order?

Chez Panisse in California which is really one of the most impactful restaurants for sustainability in food over the last fifty years.

What dish do you make when you want to impress?

I like making homemade pizza because I love playing with dough, and I feel like it always impresses people.

What’s your go-to dish for a last-minute dinner?

Probably a tomato pasta, again it’s so simple but I think you can really elevate the flavour in it by cooking it slowly and carefully and it ends up being impressive.

What’s your takeaway of choice?

Ramen, always. I love Kanada-Ya.

What are three things you always have in your fridge/freezer/store cupboard?

Fridge: parmesan, freezer: peas, store cupboard: a jar of beans