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Chef, speaker & wild food expert

Harriet Mansell

Transform culinary experiences with Harriet Mansell, speaker, award-winning chef and wild food expert. Harriet works with audiences to explore sustainability, creative gastronomy and nature connection, delivering Michelin-recognized expertise from her acclaimed restaurants Robin Wylde and Lilac.

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Harriet Mansell, Speaker | Chef, Restaurateur, Innovator
Harriet Mansell

Harriet Mansell

Exeter, United Kingdom

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£2k–5k

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Harriet Mansell's biography

At a glance

  • Award-Winning Chef and Restaurateur
  • Expert in Wild Food Cuisine
  • Host of If A Tree Falls Podcast
Harriet Mansell is a Sidmouth chef, restaurateur, and wild food enthusiast. She began her culinary journey at a young age, working in a local greengrocer's, which sparked her passion for food. Harriet's early career took her to London, where she worked at Mark Hix’s Oyster and Champagne Bar in Selfridges, followed by a stage at Noma in Copenhagen and roles in Michelin-starred restaurants. Her career then expanded internationally, leading her to the superyacht industry. There, she served as head chef for the Qatari royal family in Seychelles and the Murdoch family in the Caribbean and Mediterranean. She won her category at the Annual Antigua International Yacht Chef Competition while working for the Murdochs. Upon returning to the UK, Harriet launched her first restaurant as a pop-up in Lyme Regis, which became permanent. Around the same time, she appeared on the Great British Menu, reaching the semi-finals. She opened Lilac Restaurant and Wine Bar, establishing her reputation as a chef focused on wild foods. She also hosts the podcast If a Tree Falls, interviewing individuals connected to nature. Harriet has received numerous accolades, including Chef of the Year at the Food Magazine Awards and the Creativity and Innovation Award for Lilac at the Trencherman’s Awards. Both Robin Wylde and Lilac have been listed in the Michelin Guide. She has been nominated for Best Restaurant Outside London, Best Chef by Food and Travel magazine, and Best Female Chef by Square Meal. Harriet’s work highlights creativity, sustainability, and a strong connection to nature.

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Topics, sessions and talks

Female Leadership in Male Dominated Fields
Harriet Mansell's journey as a female chef in a male-dominated industry highlights the unique challenges and opportunities she faced. From navigating discrimination and cultural biases to building an inclusive environment at her restaurant, Robin Wylde, Harriet's experiences reflect resilience and transformation. Attendees will learn about the importance of compassion in leadership, the significance of creating supportive spaces, and how personal growth practices can enhance professional success in challenging environments.

Why we recommend booking Harriet

Book Harriet Mansell as a speaker to inspire your team with her journey from local greengrocer to award-winning chef. Her insights on creativity, sustainability, and wild food will energise your business, fostering innovation and a deeper connection to nature. Experience her passion and expertise firsthand.

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Featured Projects

Harriet Mansell - If A Tree Falls podcast cover
Harriet Mansell - Great British Chefs Behind The Pass book cover

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Email harriet.mansell@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Harriet's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Harriet Mansell's speaking style like?
Harriet Mansell draws on her personal career trajectory — from early kitchen roles and international postings to opening her own restaurants — to illustrate the structural challenges facing women in professional kitchens and the leadership practices she developed in response.
What topics does Harriet Mansell specialise in?
Harriet Mansell speaks on female leadership in male-dominated industries, drawing on her career as a chef and restaurateur. She holds a Chef of the Year title from the Food Magazine Awards, with both Robin Wylde and Lilac listed in the Michelin Guide.
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