Personality Profiles

A selection of interesting people from our industry.

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Winteringham Fields

Area: Lincoln
Town: Barton upon Humber

Colin McGurran

Trained chef, Colin McGurran is the owner of undoubtedly the most famous restaurant in the region, Winteringham Fields. Based in North Lincolnshire, the establishment has been proclaimed as one of the best dining experiences in the UK, winning two Michelin stars - the only restaurant in the North to have achieved such a feat.

Ramsholt Arms

Area: Ipswich
Town: Woodbridge

Pat Levy

Pat Levy originally moved to The Ramsholt Arms because he felt it was a wonderful environment for his young family. Just a glimpse of the location which you view after a meander down a single track road and you will see why Pat was so entranced. Pat has an enviable job. He creates wonderful fresh fish dishes and lots of seasonal game and works in one of the most beautiful waterside settings imaginable. Pay him a visit, taste his food and watch the sunset, both are magnificent!

Bushel & Strike

Area: Bedford and Luton
Town: Baldock

Jason Kazer

Jason has already had considerable experience for one so young! He started his career with Harrods and has gained useful knowledge via a diverse range of appointments ranging from large hotel chains to small, intimate pubs. His ethos is simple; he doesn’t believe in fussy food, but likes to produce excellent, ‘home cooked’ food with minimum fuss and maximum taste. Utilisng local produce where possible, allowing customers to make suggestions and even accepting their produce, he truly is at one with the people he is serving.

The Norton Dog

Area: Cambridge
Town: Bury St Edmunds

Michael Murray

Michael Murray has brought all of his vast experience in catering to fruition at the delightful Norton Dog. Michael has had a successful and diverse career in catering and has been involved in many areas. Working in pubs, hotels, University colleges as well as with major brands such as Cafe Rouge and Marker Warner has given Michael a very rounded view of the industry both in this country and Europe. His seasonal menus at The Norton Dog are a testiment to all the knowledge he has gained over the years.

The Red Lion

Area: Ipswich
Town: Colchester

Tony Iaconianni

Gaetano Iaconianni or Tony to his English friends was born in Calabria in the south of Italy, which is where he developed his passion for both food and poetry. He has produced two volumes of poems entitled ‘Escape From Reality’. When you visit his cosy venue and enjoy his delightful and innovative Italian cuisine, perhaps sampling a bowl of Fusilli Braciole, a pork loin speciality, ask him for a copy of his books and you will surely be able to escape from reality for a few brief moments!

First & Last

Area: Norwich
Town: Lowestoft

Annii Proctor

New to the industry, Annii and her partner Steve, have already made an outstanding success of their first venture. They have created a comfortable, fun venue and wish to show their appreciation to their loyal customers. Their way of saying thank you is a firm promise to "see the challenge through and make this place everything that we and our customers would wish for".

The George Inn

Area: Peterborough
Town: March

Steve & Marion

The George Inn has been turned around by Steve, Marion and Lance who have created a wonderful atmosphere which has pushed the pub into the heart of the community.