NORD Executive Chef Daniel Heffy to Represent North West England on Great British Menu
Liverpool restaurant NORD has announced that Executive Chef Daniel Heffy will appear in the upcoming series of Great British Menu, representing North West England in the opening regional heat of the competition.
The new series begins on Tuesday 24 February at 7pm on BBC Two, with all three episodes from the North West heat also available to stream on BBC iPlayer from the same morning.
This year’s competition celebrates British movies and film-makers from each chef’s region, with the winning dishes set to be served at a prestigious banquet at Liverpool’s St George’s Hall. The programme is presented by Andi Oliver, with judging from Michelin-starred chef and two-time banquet winner Tom Kerridge, comedian Phil Wang, and Michelin-starred chef Lorna McNee, a former Champion of Champions.
Born and raised in Liverpool, Daniel Heffy began his culinary career at the age of 16 while working aboard Royal Navy vessels as part of the Sea Cadets, before completing his formal culinary training and refining his skills under chef Paul Askew. He went on to help shape several of the city’s notable food ventures, including The Art School Restaurant, the Secret Diners Club supper series, and the popular Buyers Club, building a reputation for combining local produce with refined, modern techniques.
In 2017, Daniel moved to Stockholm to work at the acclaimed three-Michelin-starred Frantzén before joining Nordic restaurant Adam/Albin as Head Chef, where he helped the restaurant secure its Michelin star. Returning to Liverpool, he launched NORD in 2023 in partnership with GSG Hospitality, drawing on his UK and Scandinavian experience to create menus that celebrate Northern heritage, seasonal produce and regional suppliers.
Daniel’s menu for Great British Menu is a celebration of Liverpool, his hometown and the films that are set and filmed there.
Daniel Heffy, Executive Chef at NORD, said: “It was an incredible experience to be part of such a well-established and respected programme. To cook alongside such talented chefs and represent the North West on a national stage was something I’m extremely proud of, and I’m excited for everyone to watch the series and see the creativity and passion that goes into the competition.”
NORD is part of GSG Hospitality, the Liverpool-based group known for its commitment to high-quality dining experiences across the region.
Matt Farrell, Owner of GSG Hospitality, said: “We’re incredibly proud to see Daniel representing both NORD and the North West on Great British Menu. His creativity, dedication and passion for regional produce are what define our kitchens, and this opportunity is a fantastic moment not only for Daniel but for the whole team in Liverpool. We’re excited for guests, colleagues and the wider hospitality community to watch his journey and support him throughout the competition.”
Viewers can watch Great British Menu on BBC Two from 24 February, or stream episodes via BBC iPlayer.
