Name
Helen Wallace
Nickname
My husband's friends all call me Angel - make of that what you will!
Job Title
Senior Buyer
Catch-phrase / favourite quote?
"When life hands you melons, make melonade!" from TV's Still Game.
What do you do at the Cress Company?
Lead our fabulous buying team to seek out new products and suppliers, curate product ranges, and negotiate pricing & promotions.
What was your first job?
Safeway bag packer whilst at school.
What do you enjoy when not working?
I love soaking up the great outdoors, dining out at new spots, reading, crocheting and spending time with family.
If you could choose any product from the Cress brochure, what would it be and why?
Praveen Kumar's Butter Chicken chilled ready meal. The quality is just like eating out in a top restaurant and I love that the spices used in the recipe are grown on his family farm.
Praveen Kumar Butter Chicken
Favourite film of all time?
I don't often watch the same movie over and over but, there's something special about watching the Harry Potter films with my kids.
Who would be your 3 fantasy dinner party guests?
Angela Hartnett, Tim Minchin, Billy Connolly.
What might people be surprised to learn about you?
Fish terrify me!
What’s the best advice you’ve ever received?
Treat people how you'd like to be treated.
What would be your last supper?
Home-grown tomatoes with really good olive oil and sea salt on Maltese bread.
What would you do if you won the lottery?
Plan trips to beautiful places with incredible food.
What is top on your bucket list?
Family trip to Japan and a foodie tour of New Zealand.