Judges Panel

John Retallick
Vice President
The Craft Guild of Chefs

Steve Smith
Head Chef
The White Room at Seaham Hall

Paul Gayler
Executive Head Chef
The Lanesbrough Hotel, London

Eyck Zimmer

Ian McAndrew
Food & Beverage Director
Distinct Hotels Ltd

Jamie Walsh
North East Chef of the Year 2006
Head Chef
The Fisherman's Lodge

Stephen Scuffell
Head Chef
Crown Moran Hotel, London