A Langho Chef who started at the bottom and reached the top of the career ladder has been awarded the Prince Philip medal – city and Guild’s highest accolade.
Michelin-starred chef Nigel Haworth has received the award in recognition of his lifelong commitment to catering leading him to be an inspiration to others and a shining example of where the City and Guilds route can lead.
Accrington born Nigel, who gained his city and guilds qualification in general catering at Accrington and Rossendale Catering College at the age of 18, received the award from HRH the Duke of Edinburgh. Only one medal is awarded each year.
Currently chef patron at Northcote Manor. Nigel has transformed the venue from an unknown restaurant into a first class country house hotel and restaurant with co-owner, Craig Bancroft.
From the Lancashire Hotpot to bread and butter pudding, Nigel is famous for his mouth watering recipes. He is one of the greatest champions of British, and in particular Lancashire based cookery. His patrons have included HRH the Prince of Wales and Blackburn Rovers Football Club.
David Young, chairman of city and guilds said: “ Nigel Haworth has always been a steadfast believer in youth development and has dedicated a great deal of his time to training new chefs and supporting them on their own paths to glory. I would very much like to congratulate him for his own success and also for his dedication to passing on his skills. He has worked as lecturer in his field and is truly and all-round catering professional”.
Nigel himself commented “ I am delighted to receive this award and I am particularly pleased that catering is receiving further recognition for its value as a skill and a profession. I hope that this award will inspire others within the industry to strive for success.”