Darin Campbell | Fortingall Hotel
Head Chef Darin Campbell and his team create individual dishes using the very best from Scotland's larder at the Fortingall Hotel in the beautiful Perthshire countryside.
Locally sourced and organic where possible, there is a variety of stunning choices on the a la carte menu, supplemented by daily-changing specials, be it the seasonal delights of Glen Lyon venison, River Tay salmon or Fortingall lamb.
Darin has cooked for the heads of state at the G8 summit, is passionate about local seasonal produce, and would like to the sit down to a meal prepared by the chef from the Muppets!
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Who past or present would you like to cook a meal for and why?
Antonin Careme because of his knowledge of the classics and he had an interesting life story and Ray Mears because I am a big fan and I like the wild foods he cooks.
Have you ever been really nervous about cooking for anyone?
When I cooked for the G8 summit, first night royal banquet and then the 8 heads of state.
Where or from whom did you get your desire to become a chef?
From growing up on a farm introduced me to some fantastic home grown vegetables, meats and dairy so I would have to say my parents.
Quick and easy meal after service?
A cup of rooibos tea and a chocolate biscuit.
Where is your favourite restaurant in Scotland and why? 
The Three Chimneys in Skye because it was the first time I met Shirley Spears with my future wife and we had a fantastic time and it will live in my memory for a very long time.
What would you say is your signature dish?
Whatever ingredients is in season at the time.
Which celebrity chef would you most like to cook for you?
The chef from The Muppets.
What gadget could you not live without in your kitchen?
My commis chef.
What is your favourite Scottish ingredient?
Lamb, beef, venison, game birds, shellfish, berries, asparagus and many more.
Who is your favourite Scottish supplier?
Alan and Kyra Ritchie from Glenlyon Gourmet.
Give three words that sum you up as a chef
Passionate, impatient and driven.
What made you join EatScotland?
It is always good to be part of a serious organisation that is dedicated to supporting Scottish produce.
What do you feel EatScotland adds to your business?
We feel that it gives us exposure in a larger market place alongside like-minded businesses which are dedicated to promoting all that Scotland has to offer.
Contact
Fortingall Hotel
Fortingall
Aberfeldy,PH15 2NQ
Tel: +44 (1887) 830367
www.fortingallhotel.com
Read EatScotland's review of the Fortingall Hotel.