Meet the Chef

We ask local chefs a number of questions and find out a little bit more about them. You'll learn what drives them, what inspires them, where they learnt their trade and much more. If you are a local chef complete the online form to submit your details, click here.

Here is some of what we have learnt already... Lawrence Tottingham of the London Road (Alderley Edge) previously worked with Heston Blumenthal at the Fat Duck. Steve Midgely of Grado (Manchester) says his favourite restaurant is in Barcelona, called Cal Pepe. Lisa Tse of Sweet Mandarin (Manchester) has been cooking since she was 11. Paul Mercandelli of Residence (Nantwich) says his favourite dish is Lobster and Fillet Steak Board.

Overall 25% voted for Big Brother, 35% voted for Question Time but with 40% of the votes most chefs say they dont have time for TV!

17/01/2012 10:07:06 - Bryn Evans - Oddfellows, Mellor: Chef at Oddfellows Arms Marple, Cheshire, The Oddfellows Arms is a three storey restaurant and bar in Mellor, near Marple, that dates back to 1700. The curious name derives from the Oddfellows Society (a precursor of the trade union movement) that used to meet... ...read article 07/12/2011 11:25:30 - Chris Scattergood - Head Chef at the Hilltops Restaurant: Chef at Hilltops Restaurant Frodsham, Cheshire The Hilltops Restaurant, at the BEST WESTERN Forest Hills Hotel, is a contemporary styled Restaurant, set on the hillside overlooking Frodsham, with views across Liverpool. A great setting with panoramic views, and... ...read article 04/11/2011 09:40:18 - Meet The Chef: Chef at Bunbury Arms Chester, Cheshire Less than two minutes away from the hullabaloo of the Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet on the M53/M56 interchange, you will find the Bunbury Arms; a lovely 17th Century country pub set in a wooded hamlet. Noted for... ...read article 02/11/2011 11:42:51 - Meet Mithhew Piggot - Head Chef at Residence, Nantwich: Chef at Residence Nantwich, Cheshire Located in the beautiful former private Georgian residence built in the 1600s. The ‘Residence’ has taken Nantwich’s restaurant and bar scene to a new level with a cocktail bar, restaurant, private hire suite and... ...read article 22/12/2010 16:10:42 - Robert Brittain - 1539 Chef: Chef at 1539 Restaurant Chester, Cheshire Contemporary British cooking - using only the UK’s finest produce.  Open seven days a week throughout the year with wonderful views over Chester Racecourse, an exceptional wine list and mouth-watering menus. We... ...read article 13/08/2010 14:01:31 - Meet the Chef - James Connolly, Bubble Room: Chef at The Bubble Room Woolton, Liverpool Situated in the heart of Woolton Village, The Bubble Room Bar & Restaurant welcomes customers to experience great atmosphere, quality dining and good music. With a relaxed environment all day, every day, The Bubble... ...read article 11/08/2010 12:22:02 - Meet the Chef - Kris Perrin: Chef at The Swan at Woore Nr Newcastle-under-Lyme, Shropshire The Swan at Woore is a traditional pub and restaurant housed in a former coaching hotel, located in the Shropshire/Cheshire border. We pride ourselves on home cooked á la carte menu served in a welcoming and friendly... ...read article 30/07/2010 11:41:11 - Robin Beeson - Bolton Olive Press: Chef at The Olive Press Bolton Our new Bolton restaurant, the Olive Press Pizzeria Bar and Grill, is open all day everyday, and is the ideal location whatever the occasion. Situated on Nelson Square, just off Bradshawgate, and close to both the... ...read article 22/06/2010 14:24:51 - Gina Ann Chatton - Giovannis, Head Chef: Chef at Giovannis Crewe, Cheshire Established in 1986 and going strong ever since, that kind of history speaks for itself. The finest quality homemade Italian food and selected Italian wines come together to bring you an exquisite dining experience.... ...read article 22/09/2009 14:28:03 - Hovnan Hoonanian : Chef at Hanni's Sale, Cheshire Hanni's has a long, well established reputation for great Mediterranean food served in a friendly, family run restaurant.   Hanni's chef/owner brings years of successful experience and offers a menu which is... ...read article 17/09/2009 15:57:03 - Ryan Tereszczuk: Chef at Green Dragon Lymm, Cheshire The Green Dragon is well known and across Cheshire as a fine country pub, famous for great food, wine and award winning Cask Ales. We are close to the River Bolin a placid tributary of the River Mersey. Peter and the... ...read article 27/02/2009 14:42:45 - Susan Chan: Chef at Peaches Restaurant Newcastle, Staffordshire Peaches is a well established Chinese restaurant, situated in the market town of Newcastle-under-Lyme in Staffordshire. We have been opened since June 1993. Our aim is to serve quality Chinese Cantonese food in... ...read article 18/02/2009 14:48:06 - S.Thomas/A.McGlone: Chef at Wetherspoons Didsbury, Manchester Tucked away behind the main strip of bars and restaurants in Didsbury Village. Modern venue, with typical Wetherspoons offering. ...read article 03/02/2009 13:53:38 - Shaun Carberry: Chef at Harpers Manchester Classic flavours, modern surroundings, familiar service. Harper’s, the home of great food, great wine and great atmosphere, in the heart of Manchester. Here you’ll find relaxed and affordable dining that always feels... ...read article 02/02/2009 12:00:34 - Sean O'Hare: Chef at Huffys Stockport, Cheshire Huffys is a stylish and intimate cafe restaurant and bar.   With comfy relaxing sofas its a great place for meeting friends for lunch and a coffee, or in the evening why not try one of our fantastic seasonal... ...read article 05/01/2009 16:08:59 - Andrea Mellon: Chef at duk Preston, Lancashire Open for group bookings and cookery school. ...read article 11/12/2008 10:49:21 - Lisa Tse : Chef at Sweet Mandarin Northern Quarter, Manchester Sweet Mandarin is an exciting Pan Asian restaurant. The concept of Sweet Mandarin is based on a simple theme: quick service, delicious oriental and pan asian food and most importantly value for money. The brainchild of... ...read article 24/11/2008 12:15:31 - Adam Senior: Chef at The Heathercliffe Frodsham, Cheshire The Heathercliffe has recently been the subject of a total refurbishment with all public rooms and lounges, bedrooms and bathrooms upgraded to the highest standard creating a fusion of Victorian elegance with... ...read article 14/10/2008 13:30:01 - Dave Brinkley : Chef at Hilltops Restaurant Frodsham, Cheshire The Hilltops Restaurant, at the BEST WESTERN Forest Hills Hotel, is a contemporary styled Restaurant, set on the hillside overlooking Frodsham, with views across Liverpool. A great setting with panoramic views, and... ...read article 04/09/2008 10:51:55 - Isak Miah: Chef at Zumar Sale, Cheshire A fantastic modern restaurant and bar serves from a British-Asian Fusion menu. We do not only serve Indian cuisine - our dishes are prepared with a selection of spices from around Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal,... ...read article