With over 25 years experience in the kitchen, Chef Matei Baran has a passion for sourcing unique and high quality produce to create a gastronomical treat for the senses.
As seen on BBC1s Masterchef, Matei has worked alongside some of the best chefs the UK has to offer. Awards & accolades include:
- Silver medal team class event NECTA – 2018
- Craft Guild of Chefs – 2018 member
- Finalist Kikkoman Master – 2017
- Quarter Finalist MasterChef Professionals – 2016
- Winner Best Chef Jury’s Inn – 2016
- Silver medal North East Chef of the Year NECTA – 2015
- Gold medal for a hot starter NECTA – 2012