Carlowrie Castle’s David Millar Wins Scottish Chef of the Year 2025
We’re celebrating a huge achievement for Carlowrie Castle’s Executive Chef, David Millar, who was named Scottish Chef of the Year 2025 at the Scottish Culinary Championships!
The competition put Scotland’s top chefs through their paces, testing creativity, technical skill, and the ability to perform under pressure. David’s winning menu impressed the judges with its bold flavours and commitment to Scotland’s natural larder, featuring sustainably sourced venison from our very own Ronay Island.
David said: “To win the Scottish Chef of the Year is the result of years of hard work, months of planning, and hours and hours of run-throughs. Within the chef community it’s a very prestigious honour and I’m over the moon to take the title. To have the judges eat my food that I was happy with was massive for me, I have zero regrets.’’
A chef on the rise
David has been making waves in the industry, most recently appearing on the Great British Menu’s 20th-anniversary series, where he took on some of Scotland’s finest culinary talent. His creativity, skill, and passion for local ingredients have made him one to watch.
At Carlowrie Castle, David leads the kitchen for our luxury weddings, corporate events, and private stays, creating unforgettable dining experiences with a focus on seasonality and sustainability. His approach fits perfectly with Carlowrie Castle’s B Corp certification, reflecting their commitment to responsible and ethical practices.
A proud moment for Carlowrie Castle
Carlowrie Castle’s Operations Director, Keith Taylor, said:
“David’s talent, dedication, and passion for great food are second to none. He’s taken our culinary offering to new heights, and we couldn’t be prouder to see him recognised at this level.”
Winning Scottish Chef of the Year is a massive milestone, and we’re so proud to have David leading the way in our kitchen. If you’ve been lucky enough to experience his food at Carlowrie, you’ll know exactly why he took home the top prize! To book an event at Carlowrie Castle and experience it for yourself, head to their website.
