Chef Simon Rogan has been presented with a major award for going above and beyond during his career.
Mr Rogan, who runs Cartmel’s three Michelin star L’Enclume, one Michelin star Rogan & Co and Aulis Cartmel, Bowness’s Henrock plus six other restaurants across the globe, was presented with a Special Award by the Graft Guild of Chefs at its annual awards ceremony.
The Craft Guild of Chefs Awards are seen as the chefs’ Oscars, recognising the exceptional talent across the whole of the hospitality industry, from apprentice and young chefs just starting out, to chefs who are established in their careers in all aspects of the hospitality industry, pubs and restaurants.
The special award recognises an individual who has gone above and beyond during their career. Previous winners of this award include Angela Hartnett MBE, James Martin, Cyrus Todiwala, Heston Blumenthal OBE, Michel Roux OBE & Albert Roux OBE, Marco Pierre White and Raymond Blanc to name a few.
Mr Rogan said: ‘’It’s pretty amazing to see the people that have won the award in the past, these are people that when I was going through the early stages of my career inspired me so much. And to be on the list with them is pretty mind blowing to be honest. I hope that I can go on and inspire the next generation of the guys coming through to emulate me.’’
David Mulcahy, vice president of the Craft Guild of Chefs, said: “Simon’s sustainable gastronomy ethos and focus on flavour has been an inspiration to many for more than 20 years. In 2022 his restaurant L’Enclume received a much deserved third Michelin Star and were delighted to recognise his life work by awarding him this year’s Special Award.”
