Introducing: The McIntyre Centre Evening Dining Experience
Saturday 12th April from 6pm
Bishop Auckland Food Festival are delighted to work with Bishop Auckland College, it’s Tutors and students each year. This year they are delighted to present an evening meal experience at the newly opened McIntyre Centre during this years Bishop Auckland Food Festival.
A proud alumnus of Bishop Auckland College, Paul Challis began his culinary journey within its kitchens, refining his skills before stepping into the industry. His career has taken him from working in restaurants to running his own catering business and later collaborating with The Auckland Project to create ground-to-plate dining experiences, using produce grown in the castle’s historic walled gardens.
Now a Chef Trainer at McIntyre’s Training Kitchen, Paul is passionate about mentoring and developing the next generation of chefs, sharing his expertise and love for locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.
For this special one-off dining experience, Paul has curated a three-course menu that celebrates the region’s finest produce, highlighting the best of Bishop Auckland’s vibrant food community. Join us for an evening of exceptional flavours, crafted with skill, passion, and a deep connection to local ingredients. To book, please call the café on 01388 825825
For this special one-off dining experience, Paul has curated a three-course menu that celebrates the region’s finest produce, highlighting the best of Bishop Auckland’s vibrant food community.
Join us for an evening of exceptional flavours, crafted with skill, passion, and a deep connection to local ingredients. There will be one seating, with doors opening at 6:30 pm and service at 7 pm. To book, please call the café on 01388 825825, please inform our staff of any allergens or dietary requirements at this time. Guests are welcome to bring their own bottle, and the evening will conclude at 10 pm.
About the McIntyre Centre
The McIntyre Centre in Bishop Auckland is a vibrant hub for skills development, employment opportunities, and community engagement. The building itself has a rich history. Formerly a footwear and leather shop that served the town for nearly 150 years, it has now been given a new lease of life as a digital training and enterprise hub for Bishop Auckland College following an investment of over £1 million.
Led by Bishop Auckland College, this Grade II listed building has been transformed into a state-of-the-art training space, offering real-world experience for catering students in its on-site café and restaurant. Under the guidance of professional chefs, students gain hands-on hospitality training, developing the skills needed for careers in the food, tourism, and hospitality industries.
The centre also features modern training rooms and bespoke courses, helping individuals and businesses enhance their skills and career prospects. The McIntyre Centre also works closely with the Job Centre, providing essential training and skill-building opportunities to support local residents in gaining employment and improving career prospects.
Beyond hospitality training, the McIntyre Centre supports employability and workforce development, hosting the Springboard to Employment Scheme in partnership with the Stronger Towns Fund, North East Combined Authority, and Bishop Auckland Town Council. By bridging the gap between education and employment, the centre plays a key role in helping people build careers in a range of industries. Whether you’re looking to train, upskill, or simply enjoy great food, the McIntyre Centre is a space for opportunity and growth.
To book, please call the café on 01388 825825
