Ludlow Food Festival

The Original Festival for Food and Drink Lovers

Mark & Sue Stinchcombe

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For fans of Masterchef – the Professionals, you'll instantly recognise Mark as he is a former Champion.

Mark’s love of food began at school, and first entered the kitchens of the acclaimed Royal Crescent in Bath on work experience at 16 years old.

From there he moved on to 'Ston Easton Park' in Somerset, where he served for two years and began to learn how to create menus by using local and seasonal produce. At Michelin starred 'Driftwood' in Cornwall, and under the tutelage of Chef Chris Eden, Mark began to hone his fine dining chef skills before departing to ski slopes for a season of well-deserved youthful fun!

On returning to the UK, Mark undertook training starges in some of the most prestigious kitchens in the world, including 'The Fat Duck' and 'Le Manoir' which then lead to 'Lucknam Park' under Chef Hywell Jones.

It was whilst at 'Le Champignon Sauvage' in Cheltenham, that Mark added classic French cuisine to his craft and also where he met his future wife and co-chef Sue.

Sue is Development Chef for 'Berry's' Luxury Ice Cream based in Herefordshire, formerly  known as 'Just Rachel.'

Sue trained at Worcester College and 'Wood Norton Hall' before heading to the illustrious training ground of Gordon Ramsay’s 'Royal Hospital Road Restaurant.' From there she went on to 'Belle House' in Pershore, continuing her journey to perfect fine dining cuisine.

Sue met her husband to be at 'Le Champignon Sauvage,' and they took a long over-due gap year to begin a culinary adventure which led them to explore the top kitchens and menus in Thailand, Australia and New Zealand. Their journey allowed them to better understand the food and sunshine flavours of this region.

Sue’s talents have gained her many awards including Worcestershire Chef of the Year, M.A.R.C.H Young Chef of the Year and Overall Winner, Acorn Award, MAC Awards – Chef of the Year. She has also appeared on 'The Great British Menu,' 'Britain’s Best Dish' and as part of 'The Hairy Bikers' television series.

Following Masterchef, Mark and Sue became Head Chefs at Eckington Manor in Worcestershire, and for the past 2 years, Mark has taken a leading role at the Severn & Wye Smokery in Westbury-on-Severn in Gloucestershire,  a family-run smokery specialising in hot-smoked fish sold in their farm shop, cafe and restaurant.

www.severnandwye.co.uk

www.berrysicecream.co.uk

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EVENTS IN LUDLOW

A chef doing a demonstration

13th, 14th & 15th
September 2024

Inside Ludlow Castle: with local food & drink producers, talks & demos, Live Fire Stage, trails and kids’ activities.

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A singer at ludlow spring festival

10th, 11th & 12th
May 2024

Inside Ludlow Castle: with real ales, live music, comedy, classic vehicles over the weekend. That's not forgetting local food and drink producers to discover!

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Happy walkers following the mangalonga walk

Sunday 11th
August 2024

A food and drink walk of approximately 8 miles adapted from our Italian twin town. A unique experience for food lovers and those wanting to explore the Ludlow landscape.

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