Handed to them on a plate

Williams name Michael Caines as an official partner for 2011

F1 Big Picture: Williams have confirmed a partnership with Michael Caines, a top British chef who is currently Executive Chef at Gidleigh Park.

Williams have confirmed a partnership with Michael Caines, a top British chef who is currently Executive Chef at Gidleigh Park, and has two Michelin stars to his name. The relationship will see Caines work on menus for the motorhome at race weekends and develop their hospitality even further.

The partnership was announced on stage this week, as Williams unveiled their 2011 livery. The waiting journalists and guests were treated to a five course meal courtesy of Caines, as a sample of what he will be bringing to the paddock over the course of the year.

Talking about the opportunity to link up with one of Formula One's best loved teams, Michael Caines said: "It is a prestigious relationship and something we are very excited about and proud of. I am a petrolhead at heart and I’m passionate about Formula One. I have followed Williams over many years so for me this involvement is just brilliant."

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