MIKE BULLARD - EXECUTIVE CHEF
FROM POT WASHER TO PROFESSIONAL CHEF!
Is cooking an art or a science? It’s a debate that’s simmered for years — is it all about precision and chemistry, or does true greatness come from creativity and instinct? To help us slice through the mystery, we’re joined by someone who brings both passion and precision to the plate: Executive Chef to the Stars, Mike Bullard. Mike’s journey proves that the kitchen is as much a laboratory as it is a canvas.
Mike is a chef who's already achieved huge amounts within his industry, starting at the bottom of the ladder as a pot washer and working his way up the ranks to cheffing in multiple Michelin-star restaurants. He was the executive chef at a Premier League football club. He's created popups as well as owned and ran his restaurant. He's been shortlisted for the Chef of the Year competition. And currently works as one of the executive chefs at a location, so exclusive cooking for the rich and famous that they've asked not to be named. Oh, and in his free time, he's a private chef for sports personalities and athletes like Professional Golfer Justin Rose.
Not a bad resume for someone who originally got into cheffing simply to earn a little bit of extra beer money for the weekends.
THE ART OF FOOD!
PASSION AND PRESSURE!
In this episode, we discuss all of this and much more. Mike's journey to food becoming his passion, and that passion leading to exploring different flavours, cuisines, and experimenting with dishes to master his craft.
We talk about dealing with the pressures and stress of working in a commercial kitchen, balancing running a business with the desire to create the best culinary experience that you can. And whether cooking is an art, a science, or maybe a mix of both.
Never afraid to try something new in order to learn and develop his passion. Mike's story is not only inspiring, but in some sections might make you a bit hungry.
MIKE BULLARD - CNL PODCAST
In this episode of The Creative Nowhere Land Podcast, Mike Bullard’s story shows that cooking is the perfect fusion of both a precise science or a bold form of artistic expression. His journey from washing pots to crafting dishes for the world’s elite is a testament to passion, perseverance, and the constant pursuit of excellence. As you’ll hear, the heat of the kitchen isn’t just about pressure — it’s where creativity meets discipline, and where flavour becomes an experience. So enjoy the episode and we hope it inspires you in some way!
Check out the links to Mike's social media while you're listening to the podcast, and we hope you enjoy this episode!
MIKE BULLARD INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/chef_mike_bullard/
