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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

Sebastian Muresan of Sip Wines

Sebastian Muresan, founder of Sip Wines

Sebastian Muresan talks about his journey from running nightlife venues to entrepreneurship with 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

Lily Vanilli in her bakery

The Escapist: Lily Vanilli on her move from graphic designer to star baker