Thomasina Miers

Thomasina Miers is a celebrated cook, writer, and television presenter, known for her entrepreneurial success in the food industry. After winning the BBC TV cookery competition ‘MasterChef’ in 2005, Thomasina Miers rapidly established herself as a celebrated cook, writer, and television presenter. Her distinctive culinary approach, honed through extensive experience and training, including at Ballymaloe Cookery School, and significantly influenced by time spent in Mexico, captivated judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace. This pivotal success provided the springboard for her entrepreneurial endeavors.

Her innovative restaurant concepts and influential literary contributions have made her a pivotal voice in contemporary British culinary arts. Through her work, Miers has played a crucial role in demystifying and popularizing Mexican gastronomy, impacting dining trends and home cooking practices across the UK. In recognition of her profound impact and extensive contributions to the food industry, Thomasina Miers was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in January 2019, a prestigious national honor personally bestowed by the Duke of Cambridge.