The future is bright, the future is Ben Murphy.

Looking at his profile it’s hard to believe he’s only 26. His portfolio reads like a glitzy fashion advert. Paris, New York, London.

Taking the traditional approach, he started out doing apprenticeships and learning from the greats.

He then went on to work at two Michelin three-stars in France, Les Prés d’Eugénie in the south west and Epicure in Paris, and the three-star Eleven Madison Park in New York.

He finally seems to have settled in London and what an impression he’s been making at his new haunt Launceston Place.

Although Launceston Place needs no introduction he is sure to make a huge impact. His food is like his character; focussed and at the same time easy going and humorous.

Ranging from octopus with chorizo, to Yuzu lobster, to Ben’s retake on the McCain potato smile and the Solero, his dishes are designed for interest, sophistication and to make you smile.

If you’ve not heard of him before he put in some solid shifts at Koffman’s, The Greenhouse, The Woodford and he just taken over residency at Launceston Place. Frankly, he put the Woodford on the map and picked up awards as Chef to Watch, Breakthrough Chef of the Year and London Restaurant of the Year throughout 2016.

Catch him while you can at Launceston Place.