Copa Jerez is one of the most prestigious gastronomic competitions in the world. Chef and sommelier teams from 8 countries compete live on stage, in Sherry's heartland of Jerez, to demonstrate their ability to pair Sherry Wines with a three-course menu of their creation.
The UK national finals were hard fought, with a place to represent Britain in the international finals at stake:
“Chef Will Stoyle and Sommelier Zoe Donadio from Silo and Apricity excelled with their sustainable approach. A highlight of their menu was a beetroot dessert paired with Cruz del Mar Cream from Bodegas César Florido. The judges reported that their pairings showed a deep understanding of sherry and sustainability.”
Will and Zoe went on to win 'Chef of the competition' and 'best starter match' at the international finals in Jerez.
The next Copa Jerez UK competition will be launching in June 2026.
