Student Gastronomy Dinner

On Wednesday, 14 May, City of Glasgow College proudly hosted its annual Gastronomy Dinner at Scholars Restaurant, marking one of the most anticipated events of the academic year for HND Professional Cookery and HND Hospitality Year 2 students.

This immersive dining experience saw 42 attendees—including students and their tutors—came together to savour an exquisite five-course meal, complemented by expertly paired drinks featuring both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Each dish was a masterpiece, meticulously created and produced by a team of chefs: Chef Lecturers Darren Seggie and Robbie Phillips; Executive Chef Gary McLean; Head Chef at Margo’s, Robin Aitken; and Head Pastry Chef at Marr Hall, Szilard Szentesi.

The evening’s impeccable food and beverage service was led by a talented front-of-house team from Gleneagles, including Diane Watson, Harry, Eve, and Paul, the Head Sommelier, who ensured every guest enjoyed a seamless and refined dining experience.

The Gastronomy Dinner is a critical component of the students’ curriculum, offering a firsthand opportunity to experience high-quality dining in a real-world setting and to critique the experience for their assessment. This year’s event was expertly coordinated by Kirsty Mill and Donna McGroarty, whose dedication and organisational skills ensured its success.

Kirsty Mill, Curriculum Head - Professional cookery said:

“This event is one of the highlights of our year. It's fantastic to be able to bring in former students to help cook for our current students. To be able to include the team from Gleneagles for our front of house really elevated the evening and gave the students a fantastic gastronomic experience. We're already looking forward to running the event next year!”

The College extends its gratitude to Margo’s, Marr Hall, and Gleneagles for their invaluable support, providing skilled staff who led the food production and front-of-house teams. The College looks forward to continuing this tradition of excellence and providing its students with enriching, industry-focused learning experiences.