Old Course Hotel launches inaugural Chef's Series with two-Michelin-Starred Alex Dilling
St Andrews, Scotland – 17th September 2025 – This November, the Old Course Hotel St Andrews is launching its first-ever Chef's Series, bringing internationally acclaimed culinary talent to the legendary Road Hole Restaurant. The series celebrates the hotel's pursuit of indulgent good times and culinary excellence, showcasing world-class dining experiences in St Andrews and the heart of Fife.
The Chef's Series launches later this year, when two-Michelin-starred chef Alex Dilling brings his acclaimed artistry to the hotel's newly refurbished Road Hole Restaurant. On Saturday 1 November, guests will enjoy an original menu cooked personally by Dilling during his special guest appearance, with signature dishes available throughout the remainder of the month.
Dilling’s menu will highlight his refined yet indulgent style, with dishes such as a whole roasted organic chicken stuffed with smoked bacon and haggis - a playful nod to Scottish tradition, elevated through his signature French techniques and created using the region’s finest ingredients.
The series continues on Saturday 7 March 2026, when celebrated Irish chef Rachel Allen, matriarch of award-winning hotel Ballymaloe, will showcase her Irish-inspired signature dishes which diners will subsequently be able to sample throughout March. Allen’s menu celebrates her distinctive cuisine while incorporating the best of Scottish shellfish and local produce, where guests can look forward to sampling dishes including Ballymaloe’s iconic Hot Buttered Lobster.
Allen will also debut a special afternoon tea on International Women's Day, Sunday 8 March, celebrating the best of the region’s local produce. Guests can indulge in a selection of her favourite sweet and savoury treats, paired with a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
Both chefs have visited Scotland to gain inspiration for their tailored menus, working closely with Old Course Hotel's executive head chef, Craig Winsborough and the hotel’s trusted local suppliers. Earlier this year, Winsborough led the visiting chefs on a tour of the Fife region, introducing them to the producers who help define the hotel's menus - from Leven based Blacketyside Farm’s exceptional berries, to the fresh catch that arrives straight off the boat from St Monans fish merchants in Anstruther.
"We're incredibly lucky to have outstanding suppliers right here on our doorstep in Fife," says Craig Winsborough, Executive Head Chef at Old Course Hotel. "It was a real pleasure to introduce Alex and Rachel to our local producers. The quality of the ingredients here really sets the tone for what we do, and both chefs were inspired by what they discovered.
“The Chef’s Series is all about celebrating Scotland’s rich natural larder and combining it with internationally renowned culinary expertise, creating one-of-a-kind dining experiences that put St Andrews firmly on the map as a world-class food destination. We’re thrilled to launch with Alex Dilling this November, followed by Rachel Allen in March, each bringing their unique flair to our menus while shining a light on the incredible produce we have here in Scotland."
For more information about the Old Course Hotel's upcoming retreats, chef series and more, visit: https://www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk/
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An Evening with Alex Dilling overnight package starts from £470 per night based on two people sharing an Eden room.
- Available to book here: https://bit.ly/OldCourseHotel_ChefSeries_Alex
An Evening with Rachel Allen overnight package starts from £470 per night based on two people sharing an Eden room.
- Available to book here: https://bit.ly/OldCourseHotel_ChefSeries_Rachel
Afternoon Tea with Rachel Allen is priced at £50 per person and includes a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
- Available to book here: https://www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk/chef-series#book
About Old Course Hotel
In the heart of historic St Andrews, overlooking the legendary golf course and the stunning Fife coast, the Old Course Hotel is recognised as one of Europe's leading luxury hotels. Home to world-class golf, the award-winning Kohler Waters Spa, an array of beach & leisure activities, and celebrated restaurants & bars, this is a destination for active wellbeing and indulgent good times. The luxury resort features recently renovated dining venues, including the Road Hole Restaurant, Road Hole Bar and The Deck, alongside three other restaurants and bars. Following extensive refurbishments, these spaces now offer enhanced experiences for guests seeking both culinary excellence and sophisticated atmospheres.
Owned by Kohler Co, Old Course Hotel is a luxury five-star property in St Andrews, with 175 bedrooms including 34 suites, offering breathtaking views of the Fife coastline. St Andrews is renowned for golf worldwide. The hotel is set on a Championship 18-hole golf course - The Old Course, which is the oldest course in the world. The Old Course Hotel also offers guests access to the Kohler championship Duke’s Course, the only Scottish Heathland venue in the ‘Home of Golf’.
The hotel's Kohler Waters Spa and fitness centre spans 2,300 sqm and features 13 treatment rooms, a 20m pool, a hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and plunge pool, as well as a gym and fitness centre. The spa has undergone further enhancement and will be unveiled next week, featuring new thermal experiences including a pioneering snow and sauna cabin for contrast therapy. Wedding and events spaces complete the luxury resort offering. The hotel also operates Hamilton Grand, a prestigious historic property featuring 27 exclusive two-bedroom apartments, overlooking the 18th green of the world-famous Old Course and the iconic West Sands beach. Of these, ten are available for rent as self-catering accommodations. Guests at Hamilton Grand enjoy full access to all fitness and leisure facilities at the Old Course Hotel, access to a nearby helipad, and a dedicated 24- hour concierge service for dining reservations, transportation arrangements, and personal requests. For further information, visit: https://www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk/
Old Course Hotel is a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection, the ultimate portfolio of exceptional properties in the world’s most remarkable destinations. Globally sophisticated and culturally refined, the singular properties within this collection feature exquisite accommodations, stellar and intuitive personal service, renowned dining, and exceptional spas, setting the stage for the most unforgettable experiences. All guests of Old Course Hotel are eligible to enrol in the I Prefer Hotel Rewards program, which extends points redeemable for cash-value Reward Certificates, elite status, and special benefits at more than 650 participating Preferred Hotels & Resorts locations worldwide.
Address: Old Station Rd, St Andrews KY16 9SP
