Paul Wedgwood started his career in the Lake District working in a variety of establishments from pubs and leisure parks to fine dining Michelin starred restaurants. Paul was particularly inspired by working under celebrity chef John Tovey at Miller Howe in Windermere. A passionate and ambitious chef, Paul’s long term goal was always open a fine dining restaurant in which he would combine his experiences to be able to offer fine dining in informal surroundings with excellent service.

 

In 1999 Paul opened the Georgian House bar in Kendal which was hugely successful despite being located in a working class market town. Six years later on a visit with Lisa to his parents in Edinburgh the couple’s dreams started to become realised when they found the venue for Wedgwood the Restaurant.

 

Wedgwood the Restaurant has quickly become a key player in the Edinburgh restaurant scene and Paul with his vivacious and enthusiastic character is often called upon and is available to perform cooking demonstrations throughout the UK. Paul is also a regular favourite at the Taste of Edinburgh Festival.

 

Recent accolades include;

May 2011 - Barbados - Paul represented Scotland at the Celtic Festival in Barbados where he became quite a celebrity with numerous radio and live TV interviews.

December 2010 - featured in The Daily Telegraph 2 best places to dine in Edinburgh

October 2010 - Scottish Restaurant Awards - shortlisted for Fine Dining Experience, Best Urban Restaurant and Newcomer. 

October 2010 - Sunday Times - Named in Top 10 Scottish Foodie Destinations

October 2010 - Restaurant of the Year (Under £35) Scottish Licensed Trade News Awards

September 2010 - Featured in Relish Scotland cook book - please note personalised signed copies of the book are available to purchase on our home page

June 2010 - Fodor's Choice of Distinction Award (one of only 4 in Edinburgh)

January 2010 - Harden's Best UK Up and Coming Restaurant

May 2009 - Scottish Chef Awards - Silver medal, City Chef of the Year