Winners of the 2014 awards presented by Antony Worrall Thompson on 18th November 2014 at the Food Matters Live event in London's Docklands

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B & Bs and Guest Houses

Winner – Ravenstone Manor, Cumbria

'The chef deserves a separate medal for BEST ALLERGY CHEF ever! He was amazing! He saw my food allergies not as a problem or a nuisance but as a challenge....

Throughout my stay, every member of staff was aware of my allergies... Out of the whole delicious menu there were only a small handful of dishes that I could not order and I have had NO reactions, not even minor ones. Unheard of!'

Highly Commended

The Belfry at Yarcombe, Devon

‘Neil and Sarah-Jane run The Belfry with dedication and commitment and are clearly experienced and capable at dealing with guests with specific dietary needs. The food is made in-house, to a high standard, and the owners are proud of its provenance and low food-miles.

I felt cherished and what was excellent was that they made zero fuss about any of my special food,
serving it with a just discreet mention so you knew you’d got the right meal.'

Commended

Stonecroft, Edale 

‘Really fantastic B&B - what a find for vegetarian coeliacs! Really impressive allergen awareness and attention to detail.'

However, judges were slightly concerned that there was very little in the way of written guidance or protocols should the very allergen-aware owner/chef not be on site and in charge.

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