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A Moment with Michael

Michael Caines MBE is one of the UK’s most celebrated and acclaimed chefs, a successful and imaginative hotelier, a respected spokesperson for the hospitality industry, and a patron and fundraiser for a number of national and local charities and community organisations. Having studied catering from a young age, Michael began working under Raymond Blanc at …

15th anniversary of the South West Chef of the Year competition

To celebrate its 15th anniversary, the South West Chef of the Year competition will be holding a very special dinner on Wednesday 24th October at Exeter Golf and Country Club. Co-founded by Michael Caines MBE, the competition recognises the talented chefs, home cooks and junior cooks of the South West and has highlighted the exceptional …

Lympstone Manor Is Now Open

Lympstone Manor has officially opened its doors. A new luxury country house hotel for the 21st century, the Grade II listed Georgian mansion in Devon has been restored and renovated by Michael Caines MBE, one of Britain’s most celebrated chefs and now visionary hotelier. Once a private home, the property is set in 28 acres …

Devon Tourism Awards

Coach House by Michael Caines wins Small Hotel Of The Year and Restaurant Of The Year at Devon Tourism Awards

The end of an era

I am deeply saddened by the catastrophic fire that led to the destruction of the Royal Clarence Hotel. As a proud Exonian, I know and appreciate what an important and iconic building this represented to the city. My own personal and long involvement with the Royal Clarence makes it even sadder and more poignant for …