A PROUD mum has watched her daughter achieve a family triple – by winning a top care award.

Lisa Anderson, second in charge in the kitchen at Cartref Annwyl Fan care home in Woodlands Park, Betws, followed in the footsteps of her mother Jayne Lee – the head chef – by winning a gold Wales Care Award.

In 2011 and 2013 her mother was honoured with gold prizes for her culinary skills at the prestigious awards held in the Welsh capital.

Jayne said: "I’m really pleased for Lisa. We were overwhelmed as a family. I was there with her and very proud when she went up for the award. It’s a great achievement.

“She is a fine cook.”

Lisa added: "It was a really nice occasion and brilliant to follow in my mum’s footsteps. I was so nervous.”

Care home residents particularly look forward to mother and daughter's mouth-watering cakes, the pair's interest in baking having begun at an early age.

Adele Williams, general manager of the Hallmark home, said :"Lisa has worked at the home for five years and has developed into an excellent cook.

"She makes exceptional meals for the residents and everyone enjoys her food. Her meals are tasty, well-presented and nutritious.

Lisa, 28, enjoys reading cook books and watching TV's Masterchef. But Lisa's main mentor has been her mother.

Working to a budget, they still manage to ensure an enjoyable dining experience for the residents and make sure it's a big part of their day. In a care home there are particular challenges due to dietary requirements.

Lisa, of Waterloo Road, Penygroes, said :"Every day we do home baking. Cakes are my speciality.

"I also go around and talk to residents and get their feedback. I have had an exciting twelve months. The care awards were presented the day after my first wedding anniversary.”

She added: "I love the work I do. I couldn't be sitting behind a desk."

Lisa was presented with the Excellence in Catering Award, sponsored by Woodwards Foodservice.