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Mitch Tonks, voted Tatler’s restaurateur of the year, and labeled by The Independent as 'a fishmonger for the 21st Century' has been driven by an honest passion to enthuse, cook for and inspire others to enjoy seafood.

His list of awards and recognitions is testament to Mitch’s hard work and inspiration; 'Best Fishmonger', ‘Best London seafood restaurant’, ‘Best fish book in the World Gourmand Awards’, nominated as Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year, listed as one of the top 100 most influential foodies by Hotel and Caterer are just a selection. A favourite on BBC Saturday Kitchen and UKTV’s Market Kitchen, Mitch’s good humour and constant relish for good food and the good life tend to be infectious.

Mitch spent the first 24 years of his life by the sea; sailing on it, skiing on it and fishing in it. After working as an accountant Mitch decided to fulfil his passion for seafood by opening a specialist fishmonger in Bath, a radical career change. This proved to be a huge success both personally and commercially, and lead to the creation of the acclaimed Fishworks chain of seafood restaurants, which now numbers 13 quality fishmongers, restaurants and cookery schools in London and the South West. Mitch is still a director of FishWorks and has also worked for the last 3 years with Young’s Seafood, bringing with him his world of experience as a fishmonger, chef and restaurateur. His involvement has been very positive and rewarding. Mitch has toured many of the fisheries and facilities of Young’s and written enthusiastically about the trips.

The Seahorse restaurant is Mitch’s new venture with his old schoolfriend Mark Ely and friend and chef Mat Prowse. The restaurant is located in Dartmouth and will be based on experiences gained from travels to Italy and Spain, providing fabulous food in relaxed surroundings.