Based in Lymm, Cheshire, Frankie Dunn is a rising culinary star.
Frankie lives with her husband Rob and their two children and was a former chemistry teacher turned civil servant. Her lifelong passion for cooking is rooted in her family philosophy that food is the ultimate way to bring people together. “There is honestly nothing better than the buzz of a full table and seeing people enjoy a meal I’ve made. I’m definitely a feeder! I love the whole process of entertaining, especially obsessing over a themed menu and finding that perfect wine pairing”.
Frankie captured the nation’s attention on BBC’s MasterChef UK in 2026. Selected from a staggering 12,000 applicants, she consistently impressed the judges with her use of international flavours, determination and flair and successfully reached the semi-finals.
Frankie’s culinary style sits perfectly at the intersection of vibrant international flavours and holistic health. Her unique approach includes:
- Bold, Global Flavours: Inspired by her time living in South Africa and her extensive travels across Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe, Frankie loves bringing punchy, international spices to the table.
- Health & Hormone Balance: Fascinated by the connection between diet, mental health, and hormone balance, Frankie designs dishes that aim to support all round health, especially for women.
- Variety and Abundance: Rather than cutting out ingredients, her philosophy focuses on crowding the plate with colourful, nutrient-dense foods and diverse textures. She aims to break the mould of bland “diet” food by proving that eating for your health can still mean enjoying beautiful, restaurant-level dishes.
Frankie has been actively expanding her brand “Feasting with Frankie”since her Masterchef journey and her diary is open for client bookings, media opportunities and culinary partnerships:
- Private Dining & Supper Clubs: Frankie is taking private chef bookings throughout Cheshire and hosts highly sought-after pop-up supper clubs in Knutsford and Lymm.
- Media Appearances: Frankie has appeared at a number of national food festivals, both as a chef demonstrator and as part of an interview panel. Frankie also has a regular slot on Cheshire radio, where she puts a spotlight on overlooked foods.
- Retreat chef: Frankie is catering high-end wellness retreats in 2027, with restorative, sumptuous menus for holistic wellbeing.
- Upcoming Cookbook: She is developing her own cookbook focused on easy, flavour-packed recipes designed to support health without sacrificing taste.
- Future Ambitions: Frankie’s ultimate dream is to present a travel programme about food.
Frankie’s compelling personality means that she brings far more to the table than just delicious food. Follow Frankie on social media, explore her website or drop her an email to find out more or discuss an opportunity.
- Instagram: @feastingwithfrankie
- Website: www.feastingwithfrankie.co.uk
- Email: feastingwfrankie@gmail.com
