summer celebration of all things food and drink has seen visitors flock to feast on dishes from around the world, sip drinks in the sunshine, and picnic in the park for the past four years.Top chefs cook up signature dishes live in the chefs’ theatre and explain how visitors can create the meals at home.
This year chefs include Ed Baines of Randall and Aubin, TV’s Gennaro Contaldo of Two Greedy Italians, Gary Lee of The Ivy and winner of Masterchef 2012 Shelina Permalloo, who will compere.
She said: “I’m delighted to be hosting the chefs’ theatre at this year’s Hampton Court Foodies with fantastic chefs, innovative recipes and plenty of fun on stage.”
New elements to the festival include a bake-along theatre, where visitors can whip up their own creations under the watchful eye of cake makers.
Those with a sweet tooth will also be treated to a dedicated chocolate theatre that will showcase the world of chocolate and confectionery.
Lovers of al fresco dining can enjoy a barbecue arena and wine connoisseurs can sip on a glass from the wine village, which will bring together producers from wine regions across the world.
Last year’s successful mixology cocktail classes will return, as will other regular stalls including mouth watering produce at the market, the street food avenue, and kids’ cookery events.
After all that food and drink, visitors can rest their weary feet on deckchairs by the beach installation and enjoy live music acts on stage including Gloria Miller.
