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The British Culinary Federation

The formation of the British Culinary Federation is the result of the Midlands Association of Chefs and the Chefs & Cooks Circle joining together. The Chefs & Cooks Circle was the most senior chefs’ association, founded in 1948 and the Midlands Association of Chefs was an immediate success story, following its foundation in 1978.

The British Culinary Federation, World Association of Chef Societies National Member has been founded on a partnership between the Chefs and Cooks Circle and the Midlands Association of Chefs who, between them have over 85 years of experience in the industry.

The BCF is the only internationally recognised Chefs organisation for England.

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A WORD FROM OUR CHAIRMAN

It is an incredible honour to become Chairman of the British Culinary Federation.

With the continued support and interest from industry and steady growth in membership, the BCF is well established now, some 19 years on and is recognised by many across all sectors. Much has been achieved over the years and credit should go to all.

Our National Teams are a true representation of the quality of committed and talented chefs in the BCF and industry, all proud to represent England, both in the UK and on the world stage.

Through our collaboration with our colleagues in Scotland, Wales and Ireland, we are continuing to work closely together under the Home Nations. The BCF remains indebted to all who have contributed to the position we enjoy today.

I have had the pleasure of sitting on the Committee for 15 years and was formally an MAC member since 1992. My aims are to follow in the paths of previous Chairmen, maintain the continued success of the BCF, bring people together through food and hospitality and help to inspire the next generation of chefs.

There are exciting times ahead with planned new projects alongside our well-established events and competitions.

Culinary regards,

Mat Shropshall, Chairman