We are thrilled to announce the winners of the WhitCo Chef of the Year Award at this year’s Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards. The event, held at the Royal & Derngate in Northampton, showcased an incredible display of talent, innovation, and passion for local food and drink. With 93 finalists competing across 18 categories, the evening was filled with exceptional ambition and creativity, reflecting the brilliance of Northamptonshire’s food industry.
The winners of the WhitCo Chef of the Year Award, which we were proud to sponsor, are as follows:
- Gold: Joe Gould, Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa, Fawsley
- Silver: Ambroise Dupont, The Falcon, Castle Ashby
- Bronze: Zak Perrin, The Falcon Inn, Fotheringhay
- Highly Commended:
- Hannah Dunne, Ember, Wellingborough
- Asa Cosgrove, formerly The Woolpack Inn, Islip, now The Wheatsheaf, Titchmarsh
At WhitCo, we support initiatives like this because they align with our mission of nurturing and promoting excellence in the culinary arts. We believe in empowering and celebrating those who help shape the future of the foodservice industry, ensuring it continues to thrive with creativity and passion. Events like these not only recognize the achievements of today but also inspire the chefs and hospitality leaders of tomorrow.
Congratulations to all the winners and finalists, and thank you for your dedication to elevating Northamptonshire’s food culture. Visit this link to see the full list of winners from this year’s event.
We are proud to support the incredible talents of our region. Keep an eye out for future initiatives as we continue to support and elevate the hospitality industry across the UK!