At this year’s StrEATfood Awards, Vacherin chef Shaun French stepped onto the live stage, bringing bold flavour, creativity and confidence to one of the UK’s most exciting street-food celebrations.
Cooking live in front of peers, judges and industry leaders, Shaun showcased the energy and precision that define modern Vacherin kitchens.
Every plate was built in real time — balancing speed, flavour and presentation under pressure — demonstrating the skill and focus required in high-performance culinary environments.
The StrEATfood Awards celebrate innovation in street food across the UK, highlighting chefs who push boundaries while staying rooted in craft and flavour.
For Vacherin, Shaun’s participation represented more than just competition — it was a moment to showcase the creativity, confidence and talent that exists across our chef teams every day.
It was a reminder that when passion meets pressure, some of the most exciting food moments happen live.
