Britain's Best Brigade finalists revealed
Eight chef teams have been announced as finalists in Essential Cuisine's Britain's Best Brigade competition 2017.
The finalists have been chosen from eight sectors: restaurants, pubs, schools, healthcare, universities and colleges, event catering, and B&I and hotels.
The eight teams are: Madingley Hall; Park Community School; Crowne Plaza Heythrop Park Hotel; the Cosy Club; the Rose and Crown; Anisha Grange; Sue Brady Catering; and Restaurant Associates.
Following a paper submission, the entries were judged by a panel including: executive head chef at Hertfordshire's the Grove, Harry Lomas; and executive development chef at the University of Warwick, Graham Crump.
The final eight teams have created a short video to showcase their kitchen.
A public vote is now open to decide on the winner. To vote go to www.bestbrigades.co.uk before 27 June 2017.
The winning team will win £1,000 cash plus an exclusive menu development masterclass with a leading UK chef.
Nigel Crane, managing director for Essential Cuisine, said: "We're proud to announce our eight finalists, some fantastic examples, proof that teamwork and care for the craft of cooking transcends the sectors as a constant in every professional kitchen. As the voting opens, I urge people to visit: www.bestbrigades.co.uk
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