Gordon Ramsay, the world-renowned chef known for his fiery temper, Michelin stars, and an army of TV shows, is stepping out of the kitchen and onto the racetrack. In 2025, Ramsay isn’t just revamping failing restaurants or shouting at undercooked scallops — he’s donning a new role: the official culinary force behind Formula One’s most elite hospitality experience. This year, Ramsay is cooking up a storm at 10 Formula One Grand Prix events as part of the exclusive F1 Garage, bringing his gourmet flair to the roaring adrenaline of motorsport’s biggest stages.
The collaboration between Ramsay and Formula One may seem like an unusual pairing at first glance, but look a little closer, and it makes perfect sense. For Ramsay, the high-pressure environment of a professional kitchen mirrors the intense energy of the F1 pit lane. “There’s an incredible synergy between cooking at a Michelin level and competing in F1,” Ramsay told reporters. “Every second counts. Every move matters. And perfection is non-negotiable.”
The culinary tour kicked off at the Miami Grand Prix, where Ramsay wowed VIP guests with a carefully curated menu of his signature creations. Among the standout dishes? His legendary mini beef Wellingtons — a bite-sized version of the dish that made him a household name. Alongside expertly paired cocktails and luxurious starters, the paddock transformed into a fine dining arena, just meters from the roaring engines of the world’s fastest cars.
The F1 Garage is Formula One’s premium hospitality lounge — a playground for celebrities, billionaires, and racing elites. But with Ramsay’s presence, the experience has been elevated to an entirely new level. Guests now get to witness not just world-class racing but also world-class cooking, often prepared live by Ramsay himself or under his direct supervision. It’s fast cars and fine dining, all in one adrenaline-charged package.
What makes this endeavor so fascinating isn’t just the novelty of the concept — it’s the seamless merging of two disciplines that are rarely seen together. Speed and precision, pressure and elegance, risk and reward — all qualities that both Formula One drivers and Michelin-starred chefs must master. Ramsay, who has long been a fan of the sport, understands this better than most. “When I watch Lewis Hamilton take a corner at 200 miles per hour, I see the same intensity I expect from my brigade on a Saturday night dinner service,” he quipped with a grin.
But this isn’t Ramsay’s first lap around the F1 circuit. The chef has been spotted at Grand Prix events for years, forming friendships with drivers like Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. What’s different now is his official role: not just as a guest, but as a creative contributor to the event itself. And it’s not all about the food — Ramsay is bringing his signature personality to the paddock too, engaging with fans, sharing behind-the-scenes content, and even offering pop-up culinary masterclasses between races.
At each event on the tour, Ramsay adapts the menu to reflect the host country’s culinary traditions. In Italy, he’ll add fresh truffles and handmade pasta. In Japan, he’s planning a sushi station with a British twist. In Mexico, guests can expect gourmet street tacos with a Ramsay-approved spice level. This global journey is more than just a tour; it’s a celebration of food and culture through the lens of speed.
Critics have applauded the effort for bringing new life to F1 hospitality, which in the past has leaned more toward luxury than innovation. With Ramsay on board, the F1 Garage becomes not just a place to relax between races, but an attraction in itself. Diners aren’t just served food; they’re immersed in a performance — one where flavor, technique, and presentation race alongside horsepower, strategy, and split-second decisions.
