Food lovers will be served a treat when Nantwich welcomes two celebrated TV chefs to the town for the annual Nantwich Food Festival.
The annual culinary event will also showcase local and student chefs who will be cooking up recipes using locally sourced Cheshire ingredients.
The three-day festival will include exhibition stands, demonstration theatres and entertainment displays in the centre of town.
And in the chef’s theatre on day one will be Nadiya Hussain – popular winner of BBC series The Great British Bake-Off (2015).
She recently baked the cake for the Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations, and has published two cookery books.
She said: “Cooking and being in the kitchen has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.
“But I know that’s not always the case these days as we live busier and hectic lifestyles.
“Making simple changes like buying ingredients locally together is a great starting point to get into the kitchen.
“Little things like chopping, measuring and stirring are all sure fire ways to get our little ones excited and hopefully getting the whole family interested in cooking.”
Nadiya will showcase a range of dishes and will be signing autographs for her latest book launch, entitled Bake Me A Story.
On Sunday September 4, Jean-Christophe Novelli will entertain the Nantwich crowds with his Gallic humour and knowledge of cuisines from around the world.
Novelli (pictured, above) has been a firm favourite on TV screens for over a decade.
The Frenchman is a 5/5 AA Rosette winner, has won Michelin Stars and was also awarded the Egon Ronay Dessert of the Year award.
In 2005, his passion for teaching others saw him establish his academy in Hertfordshire.
He now offers courses, demonstrations and corporate entertainment throughout the year.
He said: “Nantwich is a superb festival because everything is in the heart of the town.
“Chefs, exhibitors and visitors mingle along the packed streets.
“That means I can meet so many wonderful people and chat about the locally produced food that really excites them.
“Cheshire provides so much fresh produce, and using those ingredients to cook healthy and satisfying meals means I can enjoy showing people how to reduce salt, sugar and fats without compromising on taste.”
Tickets to see the chefs are available through the festival’s official website.
The high-profile stars will share the central stage across the weekend with chefs from celebrated Nantwich restaurants, and up-and-coming talent from Cheshire schools.
Local businesses will also stage tastings, beer festivals, fun events and themed quizzes around the centre of the town.
Access to the Nantwich Food Festival exhibitor marquees and local chef demos is free, with a programme of events and entertainment scheduled each day.
This year’s festival will take place from September 2-4.
Check the official website www.nantwichfoodfestival.co.uk for the latest details.
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