A Taste of Excellence: Inside One Ashbourne
Founder Ben Teacher tells us all about his kosher restaurant in Temple Fortune
Nestled in the heart of Temple Fortune, One Ashbourne has become a go-to destination for kosher fine dining — known for bold flavours, refined service and a truly memorable experience. We sat down with the restaurant’s owner to learn more about his journey and what makes One Ashbourne so special.
How did you get into the food business?
I’ve spent over 20 years working in hospitality, gaining invaluable experience across luxury bars, high-end restaurants and exclusive clubs. This broad background helped shape my passion for delivering exceptional food and service, leading me to create the unique dining experience we offer today.
What inspired you to open One Ashbourne?
Food has always been my passion — I love experimenting with different flavours and pushing the boundaries of traditional cooking. I noticed a gap in the kosher market where fine dining options were limited, so I took the opportunity to create something special.
I love the area’s community feel and the practicality — including ample free parking. It felt like the perfect place to offer a beautiful dining experience that’s both elevated and accessible.
What are your signature dishes?
Our Tomahawk steak is a standout — flame-seared to lock in flavour and finished table-side for a touch of theatre. We also offer a Meat Sharing Board with a curated selection of premium cuts — perfect for groups and celebrations.
Where does your inspiration come from?
The menu reflects the flavours and cultures I’ve encountered around the world – from vibrant Middle Eastern spices to refined French techniques, with influences of modern European and British cuisine throughout.
Warm, elegant and full of flavour. Our dishes are handcrafted with care and often finished at the table. We also take pride in pairing food with great wine.
What brings people back?
People come to celebrate life’s milestones — birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, Bar and Batmitzvahs. It’s more than just a meal – it’s about creating lasting memories.
Do you offer any tasting menus or promotions?
We’re very proud of our Culinary Journey — a five-course tasting menu for £73 that showcases the best of what we do. We also offer Steak Tuesday, featuring discounted 300g and 500g hand-cut steaks.
We’re incredibly proud to be the only kosher restaurant in the world included in the American Express Platinum Dining Benefit, which gives cardholders £200 back annually just for dining with us. (Ts & Cs apply).
What has been the highlight?
Welcoming guests like Yotam Ottolenghi, Sacha Baron Cohen, Christoph Waltz, Jonathan Ross and many more — along with all our amazing customers, has made the past eight years an unforgettable journey.
What are your goals for the future?
Our aim is to continue expanding our function and event space, which is available every day to host all occasions.
Any exciting plans?
We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our brand-new sister restaurant. Located in a beautiful park setting on Oakfield Road, Logan’s is designed to welcome guests of all ages for a diverse menu packed with incredible flavours.
For more info, visit oneashbourne.com or follow @oneashbourne on Instagram.
For events enquiries email events@oneashbourne.com or telephone 07721951429 or 0208 7317575