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The Escapist

The personal stories of people who've left corporate jobs to follow their passion of making great food and drink

From B&B host to limoncello maker

At 67, Sally Chilton turned lockdown into a new beginning – swapping B&B breakfasts for small-batch citrus liqueurs that bottle up the spirit of hospitality

Sebastian Muresan of Sip Wines

Sebastian Muresan, founder of Sip Wines

A luxury hamper from Pantree

The Escapist: Mark Jones, co-founder of Pantree

Dima's Vodka

The Escapist: Dima Deinega, Dima's Vodka

Matt Harris founder of Thunderbird Fried Chicken

The Escapist: Matt Harris, founder of Thunderbird Fried Chicken

Maria and Alex, the couple behind South East Cakery & Cafe

The Escapist: Alex Ridley co-founder of South East Cakery

Rich Wilkinson co-founder of Doisy & Dam

The Escapist: Rich Wilkinson co-founder of Doisy & Dam

Paul Ambrose (right) with business partner Rich Oakes (left)

The Escapist: Paul Ambrose on trading in finance for Thai street food

Belu Water’s Karen Lynch

The Escapist: Belu Water’s Karen Lynch on finding a niche providing ethical water for restaurants

Sam Linter

The Escapist: Sam Linter managing director of Bolney Wine Estate

Anna Schena

The Escapist: Anna Schena assistant wine buyer at Harvey Nichols

Christian Jensen founder of Jensen's gin; photograph by Addie Chinn

The Escapist: Christian Jensen founder of Jensen's gin