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New head chef at Ty'n y Cornel
New head chef arrives at Tyn y Cornel
The prestigious Tyn y Cornel Hotel, sitting on Talyllyn lake in the Snowdonia National Park, has appointed a new head chef.
Thomas Mansfield, 31, brings a wealth of first class experience to the hotel.
A proud Welshman, originally from Cardiff, Mr Mansfields arrival follows quickly on the heels of the appointment of Phil Thomas as the new general manager of a hotel which occupies what is arguably the best location in Wales, just below majestic Cader Idris.
Mr Mansfield said: Im delighted to be joining the new team at Tyn y Cornel.
Its a very exciting time at the hotel and Im looking forward to working with the best local suppliers to compile a new a la carte menu as well as a lunch and dinner menu which will change daily.
I also intend to develop our great value lounge and bar menu, which will feature many old favourites as well as some hearty new dishes.
Mr Mansfields CV is extensive.
He has worked at the Five Star St Davids Hotel in Cardiff Bay and the Newbridge Inn in Monmouthshire, a venue famously owned by Radio 2 DJ and TV personality Chris Evans.
He has also worked at the Three AA Rosette La Gousse d'Ail restaurant in Oxford.
Mr Mansfield has worked as head chef at the renowned Bullys restaurant in Cardiff and at the exclusive Park House members club in the city.
He acted as chef consultant to Llanerch Vineyard, often working alongside celebrity chefs Martin Blunos and Waless own Hywel Jones.
Mr Mansfield has also spent time as head chef aboard the $80million super yacht Lady Ann, cooking for a range of celebrities and royals.
