Hugh was born in London, but grew up in Gloucestershire. A writer, broadcaster and campaigner for his uncompromising commitment to real food, he is the son of author and broadcaster Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall. Hugh attended Eton and St Peter's College Oxford University, and was sacked from the River Cafe where he was a Sous-Chef. Is the author of many publications such as River Cottage Cookbook and Hugh Fearlessly Eats It All and writes for the Observer Food Monthly.