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The latest news and updates from Warwick Conferences.
Meet the Team: Head Chef at Warwick Conferences
With over 25 years in the kitchen and a career that spans continents, Stuart Phillips, Head Chef at Warwick Conferences, brings passion, creativity and global influence to every plate. We sat down with Stuart to talk about his journey into food, what makes cooking in a conference and events environment unique, and how he and his team create memorable dining experiences for guests from around the world.
Looking Back on a Career at Warwick Conferences
After an incredible 35 years at Warwick Conferences, we sat down with one of our longest‑serving chefs to reflect on a career shaped by great food, great people, and a rare work–life balance in hospitality. Joining in 1991 with a young family, he quickly found something special here: the chance to cook restaurant‑quality food while still being present at home - something almost unheard of in the industry at the time.
Warwick Conferences Wins Gold at West Midlands Tourism Awards
Warwick Conferences is delighted to announce it has won Gold in the Business Venue of the Year category at the West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026.
Family Recipe's: Julie's Banana Cake
Following the sweet success of our debut recipe, we’re delighted to continue our Family Recipes series with another comforting classic straight from one of our colleague’s kitchens. This time, Julie who is an operations manager in our team, shares a beloved banana cake that has been baked, enjoyed and perfected over many family gatherings. It’s the kind of recipe that fills a home with warmth long before it even leaves the oven - simple, familiar, and endlessly comforting.
Family Recipe's: A Taste of Home
Some of the most memorable meals are those made with care, shared generously, and rooted in tradition. At Warwick Conferences, we believe food is more than just nourishment - it’s a way of bringing people together and making guests feel truly welcome.
That’s why we’re delighted to launch our Family Recipes series, sharing much-loved dishes from the homes of our staff with our guests. These are recipes that have been cooked in family kitchens for years, passed down through generations, and requested time and again by friends and loved ones.