Nick Hemming

Nick is the award-winning chef at The Heron Inn at Malpas, Cornwall. Nick who runs the business alongside his wife Amanda, has over 35 years of culinary experience. He has a passion for fresh, locally sourced seafood, which is reflected in the gastropub’s menu that changes with the seasons.
 
His career started in 1988 with De Vere Hotels, back in his hometown of Derby, and has worked in numerous hotels, restaurants, and pubs throughout the UK before settling down with his family in Cornwall.
 
The couple’s dedication to quality and local produce has earned The Heron Inn numerous accolades, including the prestigious “Licensee of the Year Award” by the British Innkeeping Institute in 2022. This is one of the toughest awards to win in hospitality and one that they are both immensely proud to win.
 
Nick and Amanda have transformed The Heron Inn into a popular destination for both locals and visitors, known for its exemplary hospitality stunning riverside views and delicious, sustainably sourced dishes.
 
You will also be able to sample some of Nick’s dishes at the festival, as he will be attending with his travelling pop-up The Flaming Chef for the full weekend.