Resident Compere at the show
Cook, wild food expert, stockman, hunter, fisherman, author, presenter and Food waste warrior, Mark Lloyd is also an executive chef, CEO, wild food expert, stockman, hunter, fisherman, author, presenter and Food waste warrior.
Currently Executive Chef of Pomona’s in Notting Hill, Mark is focused on adding sustainability and true food ethics to the menu, reducing food miles, food waste and championing British small producers throughout the menu via FoodChain. He was Michelin listed for 2018 and 2019.
Renowned for his British wild food knowledge and true farm to fork ethos, Mark honed his skills in top establishments both in the UK and Europe. These skills saw him head up the first River Cottage Canteen.
He has a passion for shooting, fishing and foraging, has also reared his own livestock, set up chemical free kitchen gardens, poly tunnels and even a heritage orchard.
High profile clients include Premier League footballers and International Rugby players. Catered for exclusive parties including Rolls Royce, BMW, Aston Martin, Universal Music, Harrods, Caorunn Gin, Heineken, Balvenie Whisky etc, Mark was also Brand Ambassador/Executive Chef for Miele for 2010-2012.
TV credits include River Cottage, Great British Waste Menu, Market Kitchen, Hairy Bikers, BBC Breakfast, News 24, Worldwide, Channel 5 News, Rip Off Britain, SKY, Chef Race, BBC America, Food Network, Rip Off Britain and many, many more.
Mark works closely with Love Food, Hate Waste to promote healthy, cost friendly meals throughout the UK.