James Cochran leaves The Brave after four months

Chef James Cochran has confirmed he will part ways with the team at The Brave pub in Islington.

Cochran (pictured), who took on an executive chef role at gastropub for its relaunch in December 2024, has worked at the anticipated business for just four months. 

Following the closure of his solo restaurant 12:51 in summer 2024, he has said he will leave The Brave "to explore further creative hospitality projects and personal commitments".

This includes being one of the first chefs-in-residence at Kitchen No. 8 in Boxpark's new Boxhall concept in Liverpool Street from 10 April.

"I want to thank the team at The Brave for allowing me the opportunity to create and develop the food menu for the relaunch of the pub," says Cochran. "It's been a ride, but it's time for me to move on to other projects I have in the pipeline. More from me soon."

Michael Butt, who is overseeing The Brave relaunch project for Seven-Eighths Group, adds: "We would like to thank James for his contribution to the pub relaunch project, and wish him well in his future endeavours."

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