i. Biography
The Climb
Technique and precision were formalized at Le Cordon Bleu, where Philip Pretty’s training established the baseline for the rest of the work. From there, he moved into the kitchen at Fundamental in Los Angeles, then returned to Long Beach to serve as chef at Restauration. Each stop kept the same emphasis in view: disciplined cooking, respect for the ingredient, and economy used as part of the finish. Since 2020, Philip Pretty has been chef of Heritage Sandwich Shop, and since 2021, chef of Heritage. Those roles keep him in Long Beach, working from the same city that shaped the restraint and locality of his approach.
Today
Zero-waste practice sits at the center of Philip Pretty’s current cooking, and the dishes reflect that with clear structure rather than excess. The six-hour smoked Heritage pork with chili aioli in a butter lettuce cup and sweet corn pavlova show a cook working in contrast—savory and smoke-led on one hand, light and carefully built on the other. The point is balance: knowing when to deepen a flavor and when to leave it clean. The present work stays local in a way that is operational as much as stylistic. Long Beach remains the ground, and the cooking stays tied to use, timing, and controlled smoke. In Philip Pretty’s hands, that produces a kitchen language that values precision over noise and gets its distinction from what it leaves out as much as what it puts on the plate.
Signature
Philip Pretty’s signature dishes include Wild Kanpachi, Cannonball Cabbage, Local Abalone, Diver Scallop, and King Salmon. Taken together, they point to a menu that moves between sea and field, with the same steady hand carried across each plate.
Recognition
Philip Pretty’s honors include Michelin Star, Green certification, and Blue certification. Those recognitions mark work that has been read as serious on both the craft and standards side, with attention given to execution and commitment.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Philip
What is Philip Pretty's current role?
As of 2026, Philip Pretty is Chef of Heritage Sandwich Shop.
Where did Philip Pretty train or study?
Philip Pretty trained at Le Cordon Bleu.
What recognition has Philip Pretty received?
Michelin Star (2023).
