Eat Game awards celebrate best of sector

Held in Soane Hall in Marylebone, the ninth annual Eat Game Awards recognised businesses and individuals who promote and utilize British game meat.

Several familiar faces returned to claim successive victories, with Mark Kempson retaining his title as Best Chef, Cai Ap Bryn once again winning Best Influencer, and Maisebrooke Farm Shop securing the Best Small Retailer award for a second year in a row.

It was also a standout night for Ragley Estate who were named Best Butcher as they prepare to host The Game Fair in July. Chef Rachel Green scooped the evening’s top awards and was crowned Champion of Champions award.

Caterer, stalker and influencer, Cai Ap Bryn told ST: “I was honoured and taken aback to win the influencer award for the second year running. To me, eating and cooking wild game isn’t just a hobby, it’s my living and something about which I am fiercely passionate. To be recognised for that is such an overwhelming feeling.

One of my main aims has always been to inspire people to give exciting and tasty game recipes a go at home. I am enormously thankful to everyone who has pushed and supported me, it’s very much appreciated.”