Chef Conner Magee takes the helm at Superlative’s Glaschu

Glasgow-born chef Conner Magee has taken charge at The Superlative Collection’s flagship restaurant Glaschu, launching a new summer menu that ‘reflects his vision for modern Scottish dining’.

Born and raised in Govanhill, Magee has risen through the ranks of The Superlative Collection in just three and a half years.

After joining as Chef de Partie at Gōst in Bothwell St, he progressed to being head chef at Maison by Glaschu in Princes Square, before now being appointed to lead the kitchen at Glaschu on Royal Exchange Square.

His culinary career has also taken him through some of the UK’s most respected kitchens, including Michelin-starred Aquavit London under Henrik Ritzén; Inver with Pam Brunton; and Nottingham’s acclaimed Alchemilla. Influenced by Nordic cuisine’s focus on seasonality, Conner’s approach is said to centre on flavour, simplicity and exceptional produce.

Glaschu’s new summer menu is described as celebrating Scotland’s larder through a contemporary Glasgow perspective.

At the heart of the menu is a new Sharing Beef Wellington experience, designed for guests to enjoy together.

Alongside that Wellington, the menu features nods to Glasgow culture, including Buckfast Oysters and Barra’s Doughnuts, as well as a range of seasonal dishes showcasing Scottish ingredients.

“Glasgow has an incredible food culture and a personality unlike anywhere else,” said Magee.

“My focus has always been on flavour and making every ingredient count. We want the menu to showcase exceptional Scottish produce while creating dishes that people genuinely want to come together and enjoy.

“The Sharing Beef Wellington is a great example of that,” he said. “It’s a dish that’s designed to be shared and enjoyed around the table, while the wider menu reflects both the quality of Scotland’s ingredients and the character of Glasgow itself.”

Conner is also said to be helping shape a kitchen culture built on ‘collaboration, mutual respect and continuous learning’, creating an environment where creativity and craftsmanship can thrive.