We’re delighted that our July Chef Spotlight is shining on Head Chef and owner of a venue close to many people’s hearts… Harry’s Restaurant in Exeter. We asked Samantha Pounds about her career, restaurant and favourite Devon finds. Over to Sam… I am the chef proprietor at Harry’s Restaurant in Exeter. We have been established for over 30 years and …
Chef Spotlight: Meet Dolton Lodge of Bearslake Inn, Dartmoor
We’re delighted to be chatting to Dolton Lodge of Bearslake Inn for this month’s Chef Spotlight. Dolton was born and grew up in Exeter and began his career at The Galley in Topsham where he worked his way up from KP to Head Chef, learning as much as he could along the way from the likes of Scott Paton …
Chef Spotlight: Meet Paul Carne, award winning Level 2 Chef Tutor for the Michael Caines Academy
This month we’re introducing you to Paul Carne, the Curriculum Area Manager for Apprentices, Adults and Employer Engagement and a Level 2 Tutor for the Michael Caines Academy at Exeter College. Let’s meet Paul… I’ve been a chef since I left school, I started in an apprenticeship then came to Exeter College to do my third year. Then I’ve been …
Chef Spotlight: Meet Andy of the Salcombe Harbour Hotel
This March we’re turning our Chef Spotlight towards the South Devon coast to meet Andy Short, Head Chef at the Salcombe Harbour Hotel. Let’s meet Andy… Andy Short is an internationally experienced chef working across northern Europe. He’s worked in private dining for high-net worth individuals and the largest branded hoteliers, opening multiple hotels and outlets. Working to Michelin and …
Chef Spotlight: Meet Andreia Santos, Head of Pastry at Saunton Sands Hotel
This February were turning our Chef Spotlight towards the North Devon coast to meet Andreia Santos, the Portuguese pastry chef at the exclusive Saunton Sands Hotel. Let’s meet Andreia… Hailing from the charming town of Barreiro, located near the vibrant city of Lisbon, and originally on a path studying biology and chemistry at the age of 18, Andreia made a …
Featured Chef: Meet Carla Jones of Anima
Meet Chef Carla Jones. Carla is about to open Anima, a new restaurant and residency at New Coast Canteen in Braunton. Opening on 14th September, Carla and her team will be offering a fine dining experience that showcases the best of what the region has to offer. Carla is a well respected head chef with an obsession for culinary excellence …
Featured Chef: Meet Matt Mason, Winslade Park
Meet award winning chef Matt Mason. Chef Director Matt heads up the culinary team at Winslade Manor Restaurant & Bar, the elegant 18th Century Manor House on the outskirts of Exeter. Matt has won a number of awards including South West Chef of the Year (Professional) and Devon Chef of the Year from Devon Life. His passion is to showcase locally …
Featured Chef April – Meet Dan Gavriilidis, The PIG
Meet Dan Gavriilidis, Head Chef at THE PIG – at Combe, nestled in glorious East Devon countryside the restaurant with rooms famous for its 25-miles menu and bountiful kitchen gardens. Dan is a passionate chef with over twenty years’ experience working in world class kitchens. He started out his career working as a Commis Chef at several acclaimed restaurants in …