Hosted by Mak Patel (Great British Bake Off), we will be hosting an incredible weekend of cooking demonstrations, with both established and up-and-coming chefs in the region showcasing their skills.

Thinking of joining us? This live entertainment is included in the price of your ticket!

 

Here’s who joined us in 2024…

Saturday May 18th

 

11AM – Chef Marc Mole (Food Sorcery): Renowned chef instructor Marc Mole, with his wealth of experience as a Bistro chef and French cuisine specialist, kicks off the show. Attendees are invited to watch the mastery of his craft as he creates flavourful and distinctive dishes. 

12PM – Babna (Babna’s Patisserie): Babna is an independent Manchester-based business owner and dessert specialist. Watch as she illustrates her passion for baking with mouth-watering flavours and beautifully crafted sweet goods.

1PM – Eva Humphries (Whole Food Warrior): Nutrition specialist Eva brings her passion for nutritious and flavourful dishes to the forefront with two demonstrations, offering irresistible recipes with a healthy twist.

2PM – Olayemi Adelekan (Masterchef 2022 Semi-Finalist/Yummy By Design): A UK-based Personal Chef and MasterChef semi-finalist, Yemi’s fusion cooking celebrates Nigerian and African flavours, elevating ingredients to craft delicious, healthy dishes.

3PM – Eva Humphries (Whole Food Warrior): Nutrition specialist Eva brings her passion for nutritious and flavourful dishes to the forefront with two demonstrations, offering irresistible recipes with a healthy twist.

4PM – Nikita Gordon (Vegetarian Society): Nikita, a teacher at the Vegetarian Society Cookery School, is an expert of vegetarian culinary arts. With a particular interest in Asian cookery and world cuisine, she is set to close the day on a delicious note.

Sunday May 19th

 

11AM – Hayley Taylor (Fish Made Easy): Independent business owner and fishmonger Haley is an expert of her field, transforming a range of fresh seafood ingredients into delectable dishes.

12PM – Dave Broxton (Mason Management): Chef Broxton has been in the catering industry since 13, notably working alongside Michelin star chefs Michael Canes MBE and Paul Heathcote MBE. As an executive chef, and the proud owner of Ameven By Chef Broxton, Dave is set to put a unique flare and specialist twist into each dish he creates.

1PM – Gareth Mason (Mason Management): Multi-award winning chef Gareth Mason boasts a diverse portfolio of experience, cooking for top celebrities, footballers, and even prime ministers. As an enthusiast of all cuisines spanning the globe, Gareth showcases his culinary mastery through diverse recipes and tasty dishes.

2PM – Sean Noonan (Mitton Hall Hotel): Winner of the Teflon Diamond Standard National Young Chef of The Year and head chef at the Mitton Hall Hotel, Sean thrives on turning fresh and seasonal produce into flavourful and aromatic creations.

3PM – Mina (Cinnammmm): For the sweet tooth is Mina, the proud founder of the independent Leeds-based ‘Cinammmm’ who creates delicious cinnamon buns infused with famous flavours such as Nutella, Biscoff, and caramel.