Chef Lawrence Barrow Wiki, Age, Great British Menu
Lawrence Barrow Biography – Lawrence Barrow Wiki
Lawrence Barrow is the chef and owner of Hearth and Tine, a restaurant concept and pop ups. Born and raised in the small Northern Irish town of Ballymena, Lawrence is a contestant on the Great British Menu 2025.
Initially studying film studies before working in a bank, Lawrence fell into the world of cooking as a way to travel. But as he started exploring the world and its culinary scene, it quickly became a real passion. This passion took him around the globe, including to kitchens in Australia, Italy and New Zealand. These experiences shaped his cooking style – blending international influences with a deep appreciation for his Northern Irish roots.
Returning to the UK, Lawrence moved to London where he staged at Tom Aikens’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Muse, before working under esteemed Michelin starred chefs Lee Westcott and Jason Atherton. He then became head chef of James Cochran’s restaurant, 12:51, before moving on to head up Westcott’s new venture.
He is now focused on his own creative projects, namely Hearth and Tine. Lawrence regularly organises pop-up events and collaborative culinary projects, recreating dishes inspired by his global travels while still championing seasonal Northern Irish ingredients. This approach allows him to create bold and flavourful dishes, with a playful, modern plating style, reflecting his love for both innovation and tradition.
Lawrence Barrow Age
Great British Menu contestant Lawrence Barrow was born and raised in Ballymena, Northern Ireland.
Lawrence Barrow Great British Menu
Chef Lawrence Barrow is competing in the 20th series of Great British Menu. He will be representing Northern Ireland in the competition with three other chefs, all hoping for a chance to serve their dishes at a banquet celebrating great Britons of the past.
“I’ll be taking part in the 20th anniversary of @greatbritishmenu,” Chef Lawrence said. “I’m super proud to be representing NI and competing against some top chefs from the region.”
The chefs competing for Northern Ireland are Stevie McCarry, Chef and owner of Lir; Marty McAdam, owner and head chef at The Street Kitchen; Lawrence Barrow, owner of Hearth and Tine; and Jonny Taylor, Chef Director of Saga.
In the Great British Menu kitchen, Lawrence’s menu draws on his passion for storytelling, using food as a medium to celebrate Northern Ireland’s cultural icons through creative, visually striking dishes.
Lawrence Barrow’s Instagram is @lbarrow4.
