Northcote’s Obsession will return to the culinary stage in January 2025.

Celebrating a major milestone in its soon to be 25-year history, the internationally recognised gourmet festival is set to captivate guests in the Ribble Valley across 17 nights.

21 world class chefs with 27 Michelin stars between them have been invited to cook at the luxury Lancashire hotel and Michelin star restaurant, headed up by Executive Chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen.

From Singapore and South Africa, to Denmark, France and Ireland, culinary stars flying in from across the globe include Hélène Darroze, Angela Hartnett and Yannick Alléno. For the grand finale, the renowned Alain Roux of The Waterside Inn in Bray will prepare an unforgettable closing dinner, bringing the celebration to a fittingly spectacular close.

Obsession launched in 2001 as a celebration of great food, wine and a meeting of friends, old and new. From there, it has evolved but the ethos is still very much the same; to offer guests a completely memorable culinary experience, created by some of the world’s most innovative chefs.

“Over the years I’ve seen so many incredible chefs work their magic on the pass and create everlasting memories for our guests. The passion and the excitement of Obsession is infectious,” says Lisa Goodwin-Allen. “Beyond the incredible food, Obsession is a social gathering for industry professionals and food enthusiasts, it’s a place to network, connect and share a love for outstanding food and wine. Obsession25 is extra special for the team, it’s a major milestone and to celebrate we have invited some of the world’s best chefs to join us.”

“I’m so excited at the prospect of participating in Northcote Obssession25, especially to be preparing the grand finale dinner. It will be a privilege to share the kitchen with chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen and join the 25th anniversary celebrations,” Alain Roux comments on his involvement. “I could not be more delighted to support this unique, iconic culinary event that brings together so many talented chefs and hospitality professionals, raising valuable awareness and funds for charities too. It’s a fantastic showcase for British hospitality and important to take the spotlight away from London and up to Lancashire.”

Guests can enjoy a Louis Roederer Collection 242 Champagne reception and have the option of adding a wine flight to the dinner. Managing director Craig Bancroft and his wine team choose wines to pair with the flavours and ingredients of each course each night, to elevate the dining experience. Northcote recently retained its Spectator Two Glass Wine Award for its absolute commitment to wine, and breadth of the cellar across multiple winegrowing regions including Burgundy, Spain and Portugal. The hotel’s atmospheric bar is also a focal point of every evening with specially created Obsession cocktails that take inspirations from chefs’ menus.

The full line-up:

• Friday 24th January: Lisa Goodwin Allen, Northcote, Ribble Valley (1 star)
• Saturday 25th January: Jonny Lake, Trivet, London (2 star)
• Sunday 26th January: Cal Byerley & Ian Walker, Pine, Newcastle upon Tyne (1 star, 1 green star)
• Monday 27th January: Rafael Cagali, Da Terra,London (2 star)
• Tuesday 28th January: Miller Prada, Humo, London (1 star)
• Wednesday 29th January: Graeme Cheevers, UNALOME by Graeme Cheevers, Glasgow (1 star)
• Thursday 30th January: Vincent Crepel, Terre, Castlemartyr Resort, Cork (2 star)
• Friday 31st January: Max Coen, Dorian, London (1 star)
• Saturday 1st February: Paul Cunningham, Henne Kirkeby Kro, Denmark (2 star, 1 green star) and Nathan Outlaw:Outlaw’s New Road, Port Isaac (1 star)
• Sunday 2nd February: Angela Hartnett: Murano, London (1 star), Neil Borthwick, The French House, London, Mitch Tonks, The Seahorse, Dartmouth
• Monday 3rd February: Hélène Darroze & Marco Zampese, Hélène Darroze at The Connaught, London (3 star)
• Tuesday 4th February: Jean Delport, Interlude, Horsham, Sussex (1 star, 1 green star)
• Wednesday 5th February: Yannick Alléno, Pavyllon, London (1 star) and Alleno Paris, Paris (3 star)
• Thursday 6th February: Ed Wilson, Brawn, London
• Friday 7th February: Ivor Jones, Chef’s Warehouse Beau Constantia, Cape Town
• Saturday 8th February: Michael Wilson, Maguerite, Singapore (1 star)
• Sunday 9th February: Alain Roux, The Waterside Inn, Bray (3 star)