
The 2024 BIH Spotlight Award Winners
Chef
of the Year

Mandy Yin
Sambal Shiok
Pastry Chef
of the Year

Darryl Collins
Thurlston Hotel
Drinks Professional
of the Year

Paul Rutasikwa
Mattuga Rum
Caribbean Food

Jamaya, Birmingham
African Food

The Quirky Oven, London
South Asian Food

Maasi’s, Cardiff
East & Southeast Asian Food

Little Yellow Rice Co, Manchester
Middle Eastern Food

Bunhead Bakery
Writer of the Year

Romy Gill
Head Office Impact

Nikita Mathew
Burger & Lobster
Bar/Pub of the Year

Eko Brewery and Tap Room
Brand of the Year

Chef Dom Taylor
Rising
Star

Davina Dhami
Leonardo's Hotel Birmingham
People’s Choice
Person of the Year

Olawale Makinde
Leonardo's Hotel Birmingham
People’s Choice
Restaurant of the Year
