As proud Patron sponsor, we are beyond impressed by the remarkable talent and exceptional culinary skills on display. A true celebration of the finest chefs across the UK.

Presented by Classic Fine Foods, the 2nd UK Finals was held on Monday, October 14th at The Savoy Hotel in London, where 10 contestants competed to create their best Pâté-Croûte and have the chance to represent the UK at the Final. Over 120 guests gathered to witness one of the year's most extraordinary evenings.

All ten finalists put in fantastic culinary effort, the talent in the room was incredible. We hope everyone who came to taste enjoyed all the delicious Pâté Croûtes. In first place, was Matt Hill, Executive Sous Chef Gordon Ramsay Savoy Grill, with runners-up Josh Whitehead, Chef at Kino Leeds, and Daniela Prela, Chef at The Ritz London. 

A huge congratulations to our winner, Matt, for his incredible Pâté Croûte! His winning pâté will compete in the world championships in Lyon in December, follow along his journey till then for the reveal of his stunning work. 

This year is the 15th Edition of Championnat de Monde de Pâté-Croûte and the Grande Finale will take place in Lyon (France) on December 2nd, 2024, where Matt will compete alongside 14 other worldwide winners of other semi-finals (Asia, America, Polynesian, Scandinavia, Mexico and Europe). 

We can’t wait to see Matt in the Grande Finale, Classic Fine Foods is supporting you!

A big thank you to The Savoy London team and Managing Director Franck Arnold for your incredible hospitality.

For more information on the Pâté-Croûte World Championships, click here.

Follow @pate_croute_uk on Instagram to follow the journey of our UK Winner as he gets ready for the Final in Lyon!

Pictures by @jodihindsphotographer.