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clockwise from left: Matthew getting ready to create another batch of ceramics; Simmie is a chef at Pasture Cardiff; dishes created by Simmie, presented on MJC plates; Matthew at his workshop
Design-led studio pottery company Matthew Jones Ceramics opened at Goodsheds Barry in December. As well as creating high-quality, bespoke tableware and home décor, MJC also offers workshops and has a growing body of local chefs and restaurants that use their plates – including Nook in Cardiff, and newly opened Rocket & Rye in Cowbridge. And one of their newest collaborations is with local chef Simmie Vedi, who works on cold starters and pastry at Pasture on Cardiff’s High Street, and was previously the head chef at Dusty Knuckle Pizza and assistant manager of a theatre bar in Cardiff Bay. MJC and Simmie have teamed up to bring the public delicious recipes, all served on MJC’s handmade plates. “Simmie is a brilliant talent and loves using our plates to display her food,” says Rob Davies, who runs the operational side of things at MJC. “We’ve given her a space to use to create and show off her skills and recipes and it’s a great partnership and something we hope will grow.” Simmie adds, “My blog can be found on Matt Jones Ceramics’ website. Matt and Rob approached me a few months ago asking about a collaboration as I’d been buying and using Matt’s plates since the first lockdown. The blog is essentially a space for me to host recipes and hopefully connect with people who follow mine and Matt’s work in a more substantial manner. I really enjoy the creative process behind putting together this kind of blog.” For more: www.matthewjonesceramics.com
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