Galton Blackiston
Norfolk
United Kingdom
Overview
Galton Blackiston is an English chef, born in Norfolk. The restaurant of his hotel, Morston Hall, located in Morston, Holt, is Michelin-starred and has 4 AA Rosettes. It sits on the picturesque north Norfolk coast, just two miles from Blakeney. Blackiston’s unusual first name is a tribute to his relative, Sir Francis Galton.
Blackiston’s culinary journey is as captivating as the dishes he creates.
Galton Blackiston never received formal culinary training.
After leaving school at 16, he initially pursued cricket but was encouraged by his mother to set up a market stall selling homemade baked goods under the name “Galton’s Goodies”.
His first restaurant job was at John Tovey’s Miller Howe country hotel in Windermere, Lake District.
Morston Hall, nestled on the Norfolk coast, has become a culinary gem under Blackiston’s guidance.
The restaurant’s unpretentious yet high-quality food has earned it a Michelin star and 4 AA Rosettes.
Blackiston’s championing of local Norfolk produce is evident in every dish served at Morston Hall.
Television Appearances:
Blackiston represented the Midlands and East of England in the BBC’s Great British Menu, where he impressed by knocking out celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson to secure a place in the final.
He also appeared on the television program Food Poker.
No 1 Cromer:
In 2013, Blackiston ventured into the world of fish and chips by opening No 1 Cromer, a fish and chip shop in Cromer.
Books and Advocacy:
Blackiston has authored several cookbooks, including titles like “Cooking at Morston Hall”, “A Return to Real Cooking”, “Summertime”, and “Hook Line and Sinker: A Seafood Cook Book”.
His passion for Norfolk and its produce has made him a leading advocate for all things Norfolk for over two decades.
Whether it’s the serene coastal setting of Morston Hall or the flavors he brings to life on the plate, Galton Blackiston’s dedication to excellence continues to inspire food enthusiasts worldwide!
If you’d like to explore more about his culinary philosophy and signature dishes, you can visit Galton Blackiston’s official website1
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Blackiston’s culinary journey is as captivating as the dishes he creates.
Galton Blackiston never received formal culinary training.
After leaving school at 16, he initially pursued cricket but was encouraged by his mother to set up a market stall selling homemade baked goods under the name “Galton’s Goodies”.
His first restaurant job was at John Tovey’s Miller Howe country hotel in Windermere, Lake District.
Morston Hall, nestled on the Norfolk coast, has become a culinary gem under Blackiston’s guidance.
The restaurant’s unpretentious yet high-quality food has earned it a Michelin star and 4 AA Rosettes.
Blackiston’s championing of local Norfolk produce is evident in every dish served at Morston Hall.
Television Appearances:
Blackiston represented the Midlands and East of England in the BBC’s Great British Menu, where he impressed by knocking out celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson to secure a place in the final.
He also appeared on the television program Food Poker.
No 1 Cromer:
In 2013, Blackiston ventured into the world of fish and chips by opening No 1 Cromer, a fish and chip shop in Cromer.
Books and Advocacy:
Blackiston has authored several cookbooks, including titles like “Cooking at Morston Hall”, “A Return to Real Cooking”, “Summertime”, and “Hook Line and Sinker: A Seafood Cook Book”.
His passion for Norfolk and its produce has made him a leading advocate for all things Norfolk for over two decades.
Whether it’s the serene coastal setting of Morston Hall or the flavors he brings to life on the plate, Galton Blackiston’s dedication to excellence continues to inspire food enthusiasts worldwide!
If you’d like to explore more about his culinary philosophy and signature dishes, you can visit Galton Blackiston’s official website1
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