Ryan Stafford
A Manchester native, Ryan is a graduate from the prestigious Cordon Bleu programme and has gained experience working for some of the biggest names in the industry, including Gordon Ramsay at Boxwood, and Jamie Oliver's Fifteen.
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He now holds the position of executive chef at Fold Bistro, where he showcases his culinary skills through a menu of seasonal sharing plates that pay homage to the North West region.
Ryan’s extensive experience in the food world extends far and wide, having worked as a private chef for A-list celebrities like Anthony Joshua, to UK and US Presidents and even royal families - from the UK to the Middle East.
In 2008, he decided to challenge himself in a new way and took part in MasterChef UK, reaching the semi-final. He was also awarded the title of "Young Chef of the Year" award: Gastronomy by the Seine, Paris that same year.
Describing his cuisine as modern European, with a notable influence from Italian and Asian flavours, Ryan crafts dishes inspired by all his travels, and using only the best of seasonal ingredients.
He’s also very used to working to a brief, and hopes to incorporate some of the most memorable moments from the Olympics and Paralympics into his menu - adding a touch of excitement and celebration to his creations.
