The Art School reaches the landmark this September and during the last decade has been pivotal in helping to shape the city region’s gastronomic ambitions. It’s a truly momentous occasion for Paul and his team who continue to work from their beautiful Victorian home on Sugnall Street. A series of special events are planned over the coming weeks, including an evening with Lynda La Plante on Thursday, September 5 as she launches her memoir.
Paul started his career in the industry as a kitchen porter at Thornton Hall in Wirral, working there during schooldays before attending culinary school from the age of 18. After finishing his training, Paul began working at a local restaurant in Wirral, where he undertook a three-year training programme with De Vere hotels. He went on to work in New York as well as taking up Head Chef positions at Wincham Hall in Cheshire and the Philharmonic Hall, The London Carriage Works and Hope Street Hotel in Liverpool.
Paul said: “September marks our tenth anniversary at The Art School – we’ve been building up to this truly momentous occasion for some time now and can’t wait to celebrate with everyone. "It’s been a life-changing journey to reach a decade of The Art School and for everyone who is part of our story. "We took a leap of faith back in 2014 when we first set eyes upon our fledgling home on Sugnall Street and the adventure has not stopped.
"My treasured team including Vince, Rob, Cathy, Esther and Sarah have been with me for t.