A mouthwatering
line up of the UK's top chefs, bakers and food suppliers is being served up at
Chatsworth Country Fair this year on August 29, 30 and 31.
Set to be the
biggest and best foodie offering in its 34 year history, the AGA Rangemaster
Cookery Theatre situated in the heart of the Fine Food Village has got a tasty
selection of live demonstrations from top celebrity chefs and the best of
the region's chefs sharing top tips and delicious recipes for visitors to try
at home.
Double
Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, one of the most popular and down-to-earth
characters on the food scene, is serving up three demonstrations on Friday 29
August at 11am; 2.20pm and 3.45pm. In a real coup for the fair, it will also be
the very first place to get hold of a signed copy of his brand new book 'Best
Ever Dishes', featuring more than 100 of his favourite recipes. Published by
Bloomsbury on August 28, the book is being released ahead of his next BBC2
series of the same name airing in the autumn.
Queen of baking
Mary Berry CBE is back for a return visit to the fair this year, with two
demonstrations on Saturday at 11am and 3.30pm. The doyenne of family cooking
specialising in Aga cookery, cakes and desserts, is a familiar face on our TV
screens with the successful The Great British Bake Off pulling in peak viewing
figures of 7.8 million. With so many fans, Mary is sure to be a huge draw at
the fair once again. She will also be signing copies of her latest book.
On Sunday,
Lesley Waters will be sharing her cookery skills at 11am and 3.30pm . Well
known for her regular television appearances on Ready, Steady Cook, Great Food
Live and This Morning, Lesley also runs a successful cookery school in Dorset
and has written nearly 20 cookery books. With her talented and engaging style,
Lesley will be a popular draw at the fair. Her simple, modern style creates
dishes that are easy to recreate with stunning results.
Appearing on all
three days, there will be a little of something you fancy for everyone. For
fish lovers, Jose Souto, one of the UK's leading Game chefs, will be
demonstrating 'Fish Made Easy' and talking about sustainable seafoods.
Derbyshire born Alan Coxon will be back once again to demonstrate at his
favourite UK show. Other names familiar on the local scene include Joe Hunt,
head chef of the social enterprise cookery school, Tideswell School of Food,
who will be sharing his passion for cooking; Amelia Horne, founder of Derby's
Jack Rabbits food hall and deli and Adam Smith, head chef of the Devonshire
Arms in North Yorkshire, singled out by the legendary Michel Roux Senior as a
talented young chef to watch.
Next to the
Cookery theatre, visitors will be able to grab afternoon tea in the Vintage Tea
Room. Once again, the Fine Food Village will be offering a delicious selection
of gourmet delights to sample and take home. Cheeses and chocolates, breads,
oils and sauces jostle for attention with cured meats and spicy snacks. There
are plenty of drinks to try with English Wines, craft distilled spirits and
natural apple juices among those available. Now firmly established as a
highlight in the culinary calendar, competition to take a stand at the fair is
fierce resulting in a delicious treat for the thousands of visitors due to
descend on the Derbyshire parkland.
Gates open at
9am each day with a closing ceremony at 6.30pm. The box office is open for
advance tickets. Advance tickets are available from £18 while children under 14
get in free. For more information and ticketing options, including a 10 percent
discount for online booking, visit www.chatsworthcountryfair.co.uk
The Chatsworth
Country Fair can also be found at www.facebook.com/ChatsworthCountryFair
Chatsworth house
and garden are open throughout (normal admission applies). The farmyard &
adventure playground are closed during the Fair. www.chatsworth.org
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