The Team
Who We Are
Lindsay Rushton
Chef Patron
Lindsay's culinary journey began at just 19 years old at the 5 star Old Course Hotel, based in St Andrews, Scotland. This is where his passion for hospitality and fine dining first took shape. He went on to hone his skills at the three AA Rosette Jesmond Dene House, before gaining further experience at Branches, the Michelin-Starred House of Tides and finally Hibou Blanc. This Journey ignited the flame for his next chapter. Lindsay was keen to challenge the perception of fine dining and proving that incredible food doesn't need to be formal - just honest, exciting and accessible. Rebel Was Born.
Rhyanne Popple
Manager
Born in North Lincolnshire, Rhyanne began her journey at just 13 years old as a pot wash for Michelin starred Winteringham Fields - proving early on she wasn't afraid of a bit of hard graft. Over 5 years, she worked her way through the ranks, swapping the sink for the cellar and developing a serious passion for wine, becoming junior Sommelier at just 17 years old.
At 18, Rhyanne found her way to Newcastle, where she worked at Michelin Starred House of Tides for 5 years. Starting as Junior sommelier, working all the way up to Restaurant Manager. Rhyanne joined Rebel in 2025, brining her ever growing wine expertise and a strict belief in finesse.
