A HOTEL in Darlington is set to offer an all new culinary experience after recruiting a head chef from Ibiza.

Marcus Hall has joined The Bannatyne Hotel from the Ushuaia Tower in Ibiza, the island’s first five star hotel.

The chef has previously worked at Aldwark Manor Golf Hotel and Spa near York and as head chef for De Vere hotels, based at Oulton Hall near Leeds.

Mr Hall said: “I am delighted to be joining an organisation like Bannatyne’s.

“I have introduced my own ideas to the menu and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.

“I want to ensure that Maxine’s is the place to dine in the Darlington area and customers have an exceptional experience.”

Lucy Readshaw, general manager at Bannatyne Hotel Darlington, said: “We are excited to have attracted a chef of Marcus’ talents and experience and he is already making a fantastic impact on the whole team with his enthusiasm and creativity."