Chef Kristin Reagon Wiki, Age, Great British Menu, Nationality
Kristin Reagon Biography – Kristin Reagon Wiki
Kristin Reagon is a South African chef and a contestant on Great British Menu (GBM) 2026. She is Head Chef at Lasair, the fine dining restaurant at Finn Lough Resort in Co. Fermanagh. Since joining the restaurant, she has led an all-female kitchen team, creating menus that combine local produce and her love for cooking over coals.
Kristin was preparing to study chemical engineering when a college cooking competition inspired her to pursue a career in food. She won a full scholarship to train at the Sense of Taste Chef School in Cape Town and went on to work at The Pot Luck Club, complete an internship in the United States, and join The Greenhouse under Head Chef Farrel Hirsch, where she placed third in a national inter-hotel competition.
After relocating to Northern Ireland in 2021, Kristin became instrumental in establishing Lasair. Her South African heritage continues to influence her cooking, particularly her use of open-fire and braai techniques, which she combines with local ingredients.
Kristin was also a UK finalist in the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy, an achievement that strengthened her confidence and professional network.
Kristin Reagon Age
Great British Menu’s Kristin Reagon was born in South Africa.
Great British Menu 2026
South African chef Kristin Reagon is competing in Series 21 of Great British Menu. She will be representing the Northern Ireland, alongside chefs Lawrence Barrow, Callum Irwin and Marion Lancial. Kristin’s menu for the competition celebrates Northern Ireland women in the film industry.
“I’m going to be on Great British Menu!” Kristin announced on social media. “This has been such a special moment for me, and one I don’t take lightly. I’m incredibly proud to be part of an all-female kitchen, and representing women in this industry means everything to me.”
She added: “Here’s to pushing boundaries, supporting each other, and showing what women in the kitchen can do.”
Kristin Reagon’s Instagram handle is @kristins_creation.
