Brown, Hilary (1952–)

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Brown, Hilary (1952–)

Scottish chef and restaurateur. Born 1952 in Glasgow, Scotland; Glasgow College of Domestic Science, BS in food and nutrition (1973); m. David Brown (restaurateur).

Renowned chef, taught home economics for 2 years before starting La Poitinière in Gullane, East Lothian, with husband (1975); earned widespread acclaim for excellently chosen and executed no-choice menus and impressive wine list, resulting in tables being booked several months in advance; served simple Scottish cooking with gourmet flair; sold restaurant (2000) much to chagrin of food critics; has continued career as chef, writing cookbooks and appearing on tv food shows. Was the 1st woman in Scotland to be honored with Michelin Star, along with Betty Allen (1990).

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