Get to know me better

A passionate chef, family man and food lover who believes the best things in life are great food, good company and bringing people together

About Me

With over 20 years of professional culinary experience, I’ve built my career across some of Yorkshire’s most respected kitchens, from Middlethorpe Hall in York, awarded 3 AA Rosettes, to Head Chef at Jamie’s Italian, alongside delivering events with The Hog & Apple.

I’m currently Head Chef at Flourish in York and the chef behind Dirty Olive Catering, a Mediterranean-inspired catering company focused on bold flavours, seasonal ingredients and food made to bring people together.

I specialise in creating memorable food experiences for weddings, private parties, intimate dinners, canapé receptions and bespoke events. Whether it’s a relaxed sharing-style feast or a more refined dining experience, my approach combines restaurant-quality cooking with a personal, flexible service tailored to each occasion.

My aim is simple: great food, quality ingredients and a memorable experience for every guest.

More about me

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is about bringing people together. It’s about bold flavours, great ingredients and creating food that feels generous, memorable and fu

I learned to cook at...

Middlethrope hall in York

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is keeping things simple, trusting great ingredients and never being afraid to be bold with flavour. It’s the little details,