Merseyside chef returns to his roots

One of the country’s top chefs is to take charge of the kitchen at a popular Liverpool venue.

Vincent Cafe & Cocktail Bar has taken on Daniel Simpson to lead its kitchen and sushi bar.

It’s not the first time that chef Daniel Simpson and owner Paul Adams have worked together.

Daniel was part of the team at the renowned Warehouse brasserie which was voted one of the top 50 restaurants in the UK and saw the likes of Jude Law, David Beckham and Samuel L Jackson as visitors.

Following his time at Warehouse, Southport-born Daniel went on to work in London for two years at the Michelin starred Chez Bruce restaurant.

Daniel has reunited with Paul and is now heading up the kitchen at the Vincent.
To mark Daniel’s appointment as head chef and to celebrate entering its fourth year trading, the Vincent Cafe & Cocktail bar is launching its first ‘Celebration Evening’ made up of a four course dinner with pairing wines, a DJ and entertainment.

Daniel said: “It’s great to be back in Liverpool and working with Paul again. I am very excited to get stuck into this role and add my own touch to the already delicious menu.

“I’m really passionate about seasonal produce so I will be adding those ingredients and adapting the menu gradually throughout the year to reflect this.”

Paul Adams added: “Daniel and I worked together at the very popular Warehouse restaurant so it’s great to have him back. We make a great team and I’m really excited to see him head up the kitchen at Vincent Café & Cocktail Bar and put his own stamp on the menu.”