Good Food

Drink, Fine Wine, Beer and Spirits

admin — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 09:41:00 GMT

DRINKS, THE FINE WINE, BEER AND SPIRITS SHOW at BBC good food show London Olympia 14 -16 November 2008

Visit Drinks, The Fine Wine, Beer and Spirits Show at the BBC Good Food Show London to find out what you should be drinking this Christmas. Take this fantastic opportunity to find out about and sample some of the best quality wines on the market, many of which are not available from your normal stores. There is nowhere quite like Drinks, The Fine Wine, Beer and Spirits Show to help you decide what you will be enjoying this Christmas plus you can get special offers on all your favourite drinks.

Brand new for this year is the chance to purchase a glass of your favourite drink from the many exhibitors to enjoy at the Show! So make sure that you pick up one of the Show Tasting glasses availble to hire or buy for just £5.00 including a handy drinks holder - you can change your glass for a clean one as many times as you need to.

Drinks exhibitors this year include Inspirit Brands - Frangelico and Opal Nera for the spirits. Catchpole & Frogitt Wines and Lovely Bubbly for the wines. And the renouned Singha, plus many, many more.

Another part of Drinks, the Fine Wine, Beer and Spirits Show is Drinks Cabinet. Drinks Cabinet is open to speciality drinks companies, mainly spirit brands that are a bit different. Products this year include Champagne Hibiscus Flowers, Frangelico, Opal Nera Sambuca, Buffalo Trace Whisky and more!

Also at the BBC Good Food Show London 2008 is Wine Heroes. Wine Heroes is open to smaller, specialist and independent wine suppliers that you won't find everywhere, who supply something a little bit different and special!

For Tickets phone 0870 040 0391

BBC Good Food Show London 2008

admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 08:14:00 GMT

London Olympia 14th - 16th November

THE RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE SPONSORED BY PENFOLDS WINE

If you appreciate fine cuisine and love dining out, you'll be in your element at this year's Restaurant Experience located in the very heart of the Show.

The ultimate celebration of gourmet food, the Restaurant Experience brings together a selection of London's top restaurants, giving you the opportunity to sample signature dishes from the capital's leading lights. With such an array of tantalising menus from an assortment of exciting culinary traditions, you'll be spoilt for choice and all dishes will be paired expertly for you with the perfect wines from Beringer, Penfolds, Wolfblass and Rosemount wine to accompany your chosen dish.

BBC Good Food Show Scotland 2008

admin — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:49:00 GMT

BBC Good Food Show Scotland SECC Glasgow 31st October to 2nd November 2008

Gordon Ramsay, James Martin, Nick Nairn and Tom Kitchin are just a handful of the line up of top chefs who will be cooking live in our Winter Kitchen Theatre sponsored by Sainsbury's.

Tickets are selling fast - so book early and treat yourself to a truly memorable day out. Every ticket includes a free Show Guide worth £10.00.

Plus don't forget FAMILY SUNDAY - up to 2 children (under 16) per paying adult get in for FREE 0870 040 0372

A GREENER LIFESTYLE FOR ALL

admin — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 10:55:00 GMT

THE BBC SUMMER FESTIVAL FLIES THE FLAG
FOR A GREENER LIFESTYLE FOR ALL
11-15 June, The NEC, Birmingham

The BBC Summer Festival takes place at The NEC between 11 and 15 June and is aiming to educate and persuade its visitors to adopt a greener lifestyle. With a brand new central feature called A Sustainable Future, the message will be hard-hitting but the call to action will be easy steps that everyone can adopt in their everyday lives to make a real difference to the future.

Visitors are being asked to start their eco-campaign at home before they visit the show by looking out their old mobile phones and bringing them along to take part in the UK’s largest ever mobile phone recycling event. In association with Coolaworld, the BBC Summer Festival is hoping to help make a dent in the growing mobile phone mountain. Over 18 million mobile phones are purchased each year yet only 3 million are recycled with the rest ending up in landfill sites or gathering dust in drawers or cupboards. Coolaworld will use profits from the recycling campaign to support eco-charities and BBC Haymarket are offering discounts on show merchandise and on tickets to the BBC Good Food Show in November to those taking part as an extra incentive.

Once at the show and having recycled their old phones, visitors will be invited to take a journey around the Sustainable Future feature and learn practical ways of reducing their carbon footprint. Almost half of the UK's carbon dioxide emissions, the main greenhouse gas which causes climate change, actually come from the things we do every day. Leaving lights on unnecessarily or overfilling the kettle all waste energy and result in needless carbon dioxide emissions. Energy Doctors from the Energy Saving Trust will be identifying simple steps that everyone can take to make a difference as well as giving visitors the chance to get an energy saving ‘prescription’ for their home. There will even be a free energy saving light bulb courtesy of Philips Lighting (while stocks last)!

Other resources will be under the spotlight too with Waterwise offering information about ways to save water and the Love Food Hate Waste campaign presenting ideas and advice for using up leftovers in delicious recipes. One of the main ways of reducing our carbon footprint from food consumption, is to grow our own and the sustainable gardening expert Hannah Genders will be on the Sustainable Future allotment every day to show how easy it is to grow delicious fruit, vegetables and herbs at home.

In the heart of the Sustainable Future feature will be the Green Clinic with free sessions by celebrities and industry experts. Hosted by environmental broadcaster, author and consultant Joanna Yarrow, these sessions will be inspiring and informative. John Craven, Ben Fogle, Oliver Heath, Tina Jesson and Hannah Genders will be amongst the speakers with topics including How to cool you carbon footprint, The Eco Home, Go Green in your garden, Top Ten Tips to green up your home and Our Countryside.

A selection of exciting eco-products will also be available at the show. Visit the Green England Pavilion for a chance to catch up on all the latest solar powered technology for the home, genuinely environmentally friendly PCs, the Standby Buster which helps you turn off your appliances rather than wasting electricity by leaving them on standby, recycling aids and the immensely versatile Onya bags which are strong yet fold up small to clip onto a handbag or keyring so you never need ask for a plastic bag again!

Elsewhere at the BBC Summer Festival, the eco theme is very apparent. In BBC Gardeners’ World Live, the world class show gardens reflect the interest with “The Good Life Garden” sponsored by Bradstone growing vegetables and salads and collecting and recycling water, the Slugger Off organic and eco-friendly garden and Toby Buckland’s Ethical Garden which is being constructed from recycled materials. A recreation of the allotment Joe Swift is growing in London for Gardeners’ World and Monty Don’s Orchard combined with the Grow Your Own Stage continue the message of the eco and taste benefits of home-grown produce.

At the BBC Good Food Show Summer, Slow Food Taste Workshops aim to convince visitors that locally grown food tastes great and that reducing your carbon footprint on food does not mean compromising on quality. There will also be an opportunity to stock up on environmentally friendly picnic ware from The Wholeleaf Co. which has produced a fantastic range of plates, bowls and platters made entirely from palm leaves. Water, microwave, oven and freezer proof, these plates are rigid and made entirely from the naturally shed Areca palm leaves. When you have finished with them, they are also compostable!

With so many practical ideas and steps that everyone can follow, it is hoped that visitors to this year’s BBC Summer Festival will take up the challenge and start incorporating more environmentally-friendly measures in their everyday lives. After all, every little helps!

Wine rocks in the balance

admin — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 09:40:00 GMT

Accents from nature feature throughout the new ranges from Silkwood Traders, a

“ Fairly Traded” company at the 2008 NEC BBC Good Food Show.

The rich, autumnal tones of their stunning lacquerware and the exquisitely embroidered orchids on their stylish bottle bags take their inspiration from the natural world.

Silkwood Traders specialise in “lacquerware”- lacquered wood, a completely natural product, made from bamboo or wood, covered with layer upon layer of lacquer made from the resin of the son tree. John Rennie, owner of Silkwood Traders, says “By far our best selling product is the“wine and olive oil holder”a half moon shape that balances wine or olive oil. Most people by it as a mischievous gift because without instructions it could have other uses. It is a great conversation piece and at £10 for a handcrafted item that takes 3 months to make, it is a great gift”

Also showing are Silkwood Trader’s textile bottle bags that are designed to carry a standard 500ml drinks bottle and come in a wide variety of colours and materials. The embroidered flower and nature range features orchids, fuchsias, ivy and greenstone swirls. Cute dogs and cats also get a look in as do lions, giraffes and more from the animal range.

“ We have designed these as a fashionable and practical way to carry water. No more leaky handbags, losing your bottle plus you can put your money and keys securely under the bottle when exercising. We also design and supply embroidered bottle bags for corporate gift and fundraising charities” says John.

The products are made from hand-loomed ethnic materials and wood from sustainable jackfruit trees and also from bamboo. Showcasing time- honoured craft traditions and skills handed down over the centuries, Silkwood Traders wooden lacquerware and textile bottle bags make a stunning addition to any core gift range.

Visit Silkwood Traders at stand F80 in the wine section, BBC Good Food Show, NEC .

Contact: John Rennie, Silkwood Traders, 01273 884587/07926 069748

TASTE THE FOOD OF THE FUTURE

admin — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:14:00 GMT

TASTE THE FOOD OF THE FUTURE

AT THE FINALS OF THE NESTLE TOQUE D’OR COMPETITION

BEING HELD AT THE BBC GOOD FOOD SHOW SUMMER

11-15 June, The NEC, Birmingham

The finals of one of the leading competitions for catering students are to take place at the BBC Good Food Show Summer from 11-15 June. In celebration of its 20^th anniversary, The Nestle Toque D’Or competition will see five colleges battle it out for the prestigious title. Visitors to the show will have the unique opportunity to book a seat in a specially created restaurant to taste the food of the future cooked by tomorrow’s celebrity chefs.

Some of the UK’s best know chefs including James Martin, Jamie Oliver and Anton Mossiman entered the Toque D’Or competition in their college days and it is highly regarded. Today’s competition is not just a cooking contest, but a challenge to present a restaurant concept which requires imagination, creativity and business skills to create a theme for a restaurant which is then reflected in the menu. The menus must be healthy and nutritious and incorporate certain ingredients from Nestle Professional. Each college team consists of six members, four chefs and two front of house staff and together they must produce and serve a three course lunch for 100 paying members of the public – the sternest judges of all!

The five finalist colleges are North Warwickshire & Hinckley College; South Kent College Folkestone; North Devon College; Glasgow Metropolitan College and Carlisle College. Their concepts range from recreating the history and traditions of the Border City of Carlisle, reducing carbon footprint by sourcing as many ingredients as possible from Kent, the Garden of England; celebrating Britain’s green and pleasant land; recreating a Scottish highland experience and a fun and dynamic approach to getting people to eat five a day.

With such wide ranging concepts, it is not surprising the menus are so varied and interesting. Diners will be treated to main courses including such delicacies as marinated fellbred mutton hotpot with roast spring lamb cutlet and apricot herb glaze; loin of Exmoor venison with a Juniper Hotpot; Scottish salmon served with warm beetroot infused sushi; seared loin of local lamb with parsnip puree and beetroot ravioli filled with caramelized shallots and a Summer Fish Surprise! With so much at stake, the quality of the food will be out of this world.

To book a place for lunch in the restaurant and enjoy culinary creations by the celebrity chefs of tomorrow, please e-mail bbcsummerfestival@haymarket.com or telephone Louise Grant on 020 8267 8300

A GREAT DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY

admin — Thu, 29 May 2008 07:55:00 GMT

A GREAT DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY
ON FATHERS’ DAY WEEKEND
The BBC Summer Festival, The NEC, Birmingham, 11-15 June 2008

With specially staged activities to entertain the children and a host of celebrities, fascinating features and great shopping opportunities to amuse Mum, Dad and Grandparents too, the BBC Summer Festival incorporating BBC Gardeners’ World Live and the BBC Good Food Show Summer, is the perfect place for a family day out this Fathers’ Day weekend. On Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 June each full paying adult can bring up to 2 children free and there are discounts for seniors too.

Gardeners’ Green will be transformed into a children’s fun area with face painting, magicians, tricks and balloon modelling captivating young audiences. Live background music will create a party atmosphere and there will be Fathers’ Day card making activities on Saturday while budding rugby league stars can brush up on their skills with members of the British Rugby League team on the Sunday. Special Art in the Garden workshops will also be running using plants and nature as inspiration for different types of art projects, while over in the main BBC Gardeners’ World Live exhibition, the Royal Horticultural Society will be actively looking for the Next Generation of Gardeners. This feature will be dedicated to getting children involved in gardening and there will be plenty of activities for children to participate in to earn garden explorer passports and opportunities to learn all about the RHS School gardening campaign.

In the heart of BBC Gardeners’ World Live will be a magical show garden created just for the children and inspired by the new Disney Film “The Chronicles of Narnia – Prince Caspian”. The Prince Caspian Garden will give visitors an exclusive preview of the Narnia of the new film, no longer the frozen place we saw in the first film, but a beautiful summer woodland. Throughout the weekend C S Lewis’ words will come to life in the Prince Caspian Garden with special readings from the book to entertain the children and whet their appetite for the new film due out on 26 June.

At the BBC Good Food Show Summer, Dad will be able to sharpen up his skills at the barbecue with sizzling demonstrations of summer menus by leading celebrity chefs including Gordon Ramsay, James Martin and the Hairy Bikers. With the chance to try out all the latest kitchen gadgets and taste some of the best produce, washed down by his favourite tipple at Drinks, The Fine Wine and Spirits show or Beers of the World Live, it will really be a Fathers’ Day to remember.

But if gardening is more your Dad’s scene then BBC Gardeners’ World Live will be the show for him. With top advice from celebrity gardeners including Alan Titchmarsh, Monty Don and Joe Swift and spectacular show gardens and feature areas including an allotment and orchard, inspiration for the next gardening project will never be far away. With an array of striking and unusual plants, where better to buy your Dad a gift that will give years of joy in the garden?

Eco-warriors across the generations will take heart from the Summer Festival central feature A Sustainable Future which aims to show people what everyone can do to help protect our environment for future generations. With a Green Clinic featuring celebrities and leading experts talking about a wide range of issues from saving water and The Eco Home to the Sustainable Garden and how to cool your carbon footprint, every member of the family will be encouraged to do their bit. Why not take the first step at the show by taking along your old mobile phones and chargers and Coolaworld will recycle them for you.

Telephone the ticket hotline on 0870 040 0371. One ticket admits you to all areas of the BBC Summer Festival.

BBC Good Food Summer 2008

admin — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:41:00 GMT

BBC GARDENERS' WORLD LIVE AND THE BBC GOOD FOOD SHOW SUMMER AT THE BBC SUMMER FESTIVAL

11-15 June, The NEC, Birmingham

Between 11 and 15 June, The NEC in Birmingham will be home to a true celebration of outdoor life. BBC Gardeners' World Live will provide the stunning backdrop with beautiful floral displays, inspirational show gardens and advice and accessories for every keen gardener. The BBC Good Food Show Summer will provide the evocative aromas along with premium, fresh, locally produced food and a wealth of ideas for al fresco dining. Good Homes magazine will be supporting four themed sections including a Fifth Room area dedicated to making the most of conservatories and garden rooms while Countryfile magazine will be offering advice on how to enjoy and protect the great outdoors.

There will also be a call to action to visitors in the thought-provoking "Sustainable Future" central feature which will be focussed on four key areas. Visitors will be offered information and advice on how to shop fairly, save resources, travel wisely and save energy, all of which will help preserve the outdoors for future generations.

So whether your interest is gardening, food, homes, outdoor pursuits or the environment, come along to The NEC between 11-15 June for a true celebration of life outdoors at the BBC Summer Festival

Beers of the World Live

admin — Fri, 23 May 2008 08:32:00 GMT

When
Friday 13th to Sunday 15th June 2008

Where
The NEC, Birmingham.

All visitors require a valid entrance ticket for the show. Call 0870 906 3706

Join the UK’s premier beer tasting event
Beers of the World Live is the beer sampling event of the year, bringing premium international beer to life at Birmingham’s NEC. Running alongside the BBC Summer Festival, Beers of the World Live will showcase beer in a stylish environment with sampling as the core of the event, alongside great food and beer pairings, Masterclasses, live stage presentations and themed educational zones. Bringing all the very best beer from around the world under one roof, Beers of the World Live will appeal to both the enthusiast and novice alike, with expert advice on hand and the opportunity to learn about the basics of beer.

Tastings
Beers of the World Live gives visitors the unique opportunity to sample great beers, while mingling with the brewers themselves, all under one roof.

Experiences
The Beer Experiences are the education and entertainment zones, providing extra sensory experiences, and getting to the heart of beer production and why beer tastes so good.

Food and beer combinations
O pportunities to enjoy beers matched with cheese, chocolate...and many other culinary delights.

Beers of the World Live Stage
Live debates with the brewers, competitions, demonstrations and much more bring the Beers of the World Live stage to life throughout the day. Tickets are on sale now.

FRIDAY 13TH JUNE
Title	The Wonderful World of Beer (ST1)
Presenter	Roger Protz
Time	3.00pm
	Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, talks about the revival of some old beer styles, and his experiences in tracking down beers from around the globe.
Price	£3.00
SATURDAY 14TH JUNE
Title	The Hairy Bikers (ST2)
Presenter	Dave Myers and Si King
Time	12.15 pm
	The Hairy Bikers will be at Beers of the World Live on Saturday and Sunday, performing live on stage and sharing their passion for food and beer in “The Hairy Bikers – around the world with a crate of beer.” This is your opportunity to get up close with motorbiking chefs, Dave Myers and Si King, as they match beer with a host of different foods – from cheese to chocolate, smoked fish to Thai salad.
Price	£3.00
Title	The Wonderful World of Beer (ST3)
Presenter	Roger Protz
Time	2.45pm
	Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, talks about the revival of some old beer styles, and his experiences in tracking down beers from around the globe.
Price	£3.00
SUNDAY 15TH JUNE
Title	The Hairy Bikers (ST4)
Presenter	Dave Myers and Si King
Time	12.15 pm
	The Hairy Bikers will be at Beers of the World Live on Saturday and Sunday, performing live on stage and sharing their passion for food and beer in “The Hairy Bikers – around the world with a crate of beer.” This is your opportunity to get up close with motorbiking chefs, Dave Myers and Si King, as they match beer with a host of different foods – from cheese to chocolate, smoked fish to Thai salad.
Price	£3.00
Title	The Wonderful World of Beer (ST5)
Presenter	Roger Protz
Time	2.45pm
	Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, talks about the revival of some old beer styles, and his experiences in tracking down beers from around the globe.
Price	£3.00

Beer lounges
Take a break from the tastings and relax in our beer lounges.

The Hairy Bikers
On Saturday and Sunday of Beers of the World Live the Hairy Bikers will be taking the stage, whisking visitors “around the world with a crate of beer”. The loveable duo spice up their global knowledge of cookery with warm-hearted humour and, of course, a tale or two about ale! Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get up close and personal with Dave Myers and Si King. Stage tickets are on sale.

PLUS – buy your favourite beer direct at the show.

Masterclasses
The Beers of the World Live Masterclasses are a unique insight into the world of beer and are tutored by brewers and other leading beer experts. Tickets are on sale now.

FRIDAY 13TH JUNE
Title	Sharp’s Beers for the connoisseur (MC1)
Presenter	Stuart Howe – Head Brewer Sharp’s Brewery
Time	1.00 pm
	Using extensive experience of beer and brewing, Head Brewer Stuart Howe guides you through his latest creations. This masterclass is a unique opportunity to learn how new beers are designed and turned into mouth-watering reality from a brilliant young brewer at the very cutting edge of brewing. Sharps Doom Bar - Sharps Atlantic IPA - Sharps Single Brew Vintage - Sharps Honey Spice Wheat Beer - Sharps Chalky’s Bite - Sharps Massive Ale
Price	£8.00
Title	A Taste of England (MC2)
Presenter	Roger Protz
Time	4.45 pm
	Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, takes us on a liquid tour of the length and breadth of England, its breweries and beers.
Price	£8.00
SATURDAY 14TH JUNE
Title	Sharp’s Beers for the connoisseur (MC3)
Presenter	Stuart Howe – Head Brewer Sharp’s Brewery
Time	1.00 pm
	Using extensive experience of beer and brewing, Head Brewer Stuart Howe guides you through his latest creations. This masterclass is a unique opportunity to learn how new beers are designed and turned into mouth-watering reality from a brilliant young brewer at the very cutting edge of brewing. Sharps Doom Bar - Sharps Atlantic IPA - Sharps Single Brew Vintage - Sharps Honey Spice Wheat Beer - Sharps Chalky’s Bite - Sharps Massive Ale
Price	£8.00
Title	A Taste of England (MC4)
Presenter	Roger Protz
Time	4.45 pm
	Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, takes us on a liquid tour of the length and breadth of England, its breweries and beers.
Price	£8.00
SUNDAY 15TH JUNE
Title	A Taste of England (MC5)
Presenter	Roger Protz
Time	4.45 pm
	Roger Protz, leading beer journalist and editor of the Good Beer Guide, takes us on a liquid tour of the length and breadth of England, its breweries and beers.
Price	£8.00

Tickets & Opening Times
Friday 13th June 12 noon to 6pm
£17.50* including show guide and a copy of Beers of the World magazine. On door price £21.

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th June 12 noon to 6pm
£19.50* including show guide and a copy of Beers of the World magazine. On door price £22.50.

* Ticket prices include VAT and exclude booking fee. Beers of the World Live glasses are available priced at £3 each, sale or return, including 6 tasting vouchers. All ticket prices include entry to the BBC Summer Festival at no extra cost.

Vouchers
All samples are available only in exchange for vouchers. Each sample requires 1 or 2 vouchers depending on the beer. Some rare beers may require more vouchers. Pints will not be served, samples will be 100ml.

Tickets are strictly limited – book now to avoid disappointment.
Children (under 18) are welcome when they are accompanied by an adult.
No consumption to those aged under 18 year of age.
Last pour 20 minutes prior to show end.

Château de Claribès – Discover the Difference

admin — Fri, 23 May 2008 08:22:00 GMT

Château de Claribès is a small family run vineyard producing red, white and rosé wines under the controlling appellations of Bordeaux and Sainte Foy Bordeaux. The château sits high above a limestone valley south of the Dordogne River. This area is renowned for producing naturally excellent grapes – as the Conseil Interprofessionnel du Vin de Bordeaux states, “The wines of this small relatively unknown Appellation … distinguish themselves by their complexity and opulence, with Merlot as their base. A discovery worth making.”

The varieties of grape harmonise with the soil and climate conditions of Bordeaux, each bringing a unique character to the wines. Experts agree this is a fantastic vineyard that will continue to improve as it matures.

At Château de Claribès, they take a sustainable approach to working their vineyards, combined with the skills of their external vine consultant, they ensure balanced decisions are made for the treatment of the vines. Each parcel of vines is monitored and assessed continually so that intervention is only made as and where needed instead of by routine. For example, at the start of the 2007 growing season all the vines were treated to organic fertiliser followed by a seaweed spray to help strengthen their stems, whilst on the other hand a very small section of one parcel needed some additional nutrients and minerals to help replenish the soil. Indigenous plants are encouraged to grow between the rows of vines – this proves to be a great way to control the excess water to the vines when there is too much rain. The shallow roots of the indigenous plants take up the excess rainwater, ensuring the quality of the fruit on the vines is not diluted.

This hand crafted process means Château de Claribès only make limited quantities. The process is labour intensive, requiring careful attention to detail and results in a high quality wine that is a true reflection of the vines and the vineyards.

The Marpeau 2005 is a premier wine, made from 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, with 20% Merlot, to add balance. It has a good tannic structure, so it ages well and will increasingly improve over the first five to ten years. It’s full of complex dark fruit flavours with hints of chocolate and liquorice. It complements spicy food perfectly and is fantastic with chocolate! Oz Clarke tasted the Marpeau in October 2007 and said, “Good rounded tannins, dry and fruity, mmm ... now you’ve got me interested, what else have you got?”

Maison 2005 is a smooth easy drinking wine, of around 50/50 Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. It has a dark fruity taste like blackcurrant, blackberry and black cherry and has aromas of vanilla and oak. It’s long in the mouth and sweet without being overly sweet, like jam. At the right temperature you can drink this wine anytime. Arthur Mauriac tasted the Maison in May 2007 and commented, “Good balance between fruit and structure. Full bodied wine in the beginning and sweetness in mid pallet. Good finish, well balanced, with soft tannins.”

The Rosé 2006 is Château de Claribès’ first rosé, and includes a high Merlot content, as well some Cabernet Franc from one of their 50-year-old vineyards. Harvested at night to keep them cold, the grapes are placed in a cooled vat for six hours to extract the cherry pink colour, gently pressed and then cool fermented. This gives clean and fresh wine, which lingers on the mouth for a lot longer than most rosés. Oz Clarke tasted the Rosé in October 2007 and said, “Mmm ... I like this, good fruit, dry. Great with food as well as on its own because it really is a dry rose.”

The Sauvignon Blanc Sec 2006 is made using grapes that are handpicked whilst cold and make it to the tank ten minutes after being picked. The vines are 25 to 30 years old and carefully nurtured to create a superb wine. A pneumatic press is used in conjunction with a cool fermentation process, to capture all the fruit flavours and exotic aroma. The wine is fresh, clean on the mouth and has a very balanced level of acidity. The exotic fruit aromas are so good you can’t help but keep inhaling from the glass. Robert Joseph tasted the wine in October 2007 and commented, “Exactly what I would expect from a Sauvignon Blanc – dry, crisp, fruity, good balance between fruit and acidity.”

The location of Château de Claribès naturally produces very good grapes. With careful management and attention to detail it produces wine of great character.

You can purchase the fine wines of Château de Claribès by telephone on 0203 239 9463, by email on info@claribes.com, or via their website, www.claribes.com. Château de Claribès will be exhibiting at the BBC Good Food Show Summer, at The NEC, Birmingham from 11^th to 15^th June – you can visit them at stand DC2 between 9am and 6pm each day.

For most adults, it's fine to enjoy a drink. However, alcohol should be consumed in moderation. Go to www.drinkaware.co.uk for more information and advice on safe and responsible drinking.

Bake Delicious Bread at Home the Freebake Way

admin — Thu, 22 May 2008 14:47:00 GMT

If you bake your own bread at home, or fancy having a go, Freebake offers a great range of professional grade bakery ingredients for the home baker - available to purchase on-line and delivered direct to your door.

Developed by professionals, Freebake products are supplied in conveniently sized packs, ideal for the home baker. The range includes Speciality Bread Concentrates that allow you to make delicious, healthy loaves such as Multiseed, Linseed & Toasted Soya, Sunflower & Poppy Seed and Malted Rye and Sourdough, without having to buy in all the seeds and extra ingredients. You simply add yeast, flour and water.

Freebake also offers strong bread making flours, seeds, yeasts, improver and even dried, live sourdough culture to develop the traditional, slightly acidic flavour typical of sourdough bread or ‘pain au levain’.

And if you or a member of your family is gluten intolerant, you’ll already know that many gluten free breads for sale are dense, pale and starchy and don’t taste all that great. In contrast, Freebake’s Gluten-Free Bread Mix produces gluten-free loaves at home with size, texture and taste comparable to conventional bread- and they can also be made in a wide range of breadmaking machines.

All Freebake products have been rigorously tested both for conventional baking and for producing in a breadmaker. As well as specific recipes for all the products, the “what works best” section of their website includes invaluable ‘tricks of the trade – from guidelines on the optimum quantities to use, how to knead and prove, and the best programmes to use in breadmakers.

Baking demonstrations and tastings will be taking place throughout the show.

DINE AL FRESCO THIS SUMMER WITH PORK FARMS

admin — Tue, 20 May 2008 08:40:00 GMT

Visitors to the BBC Summer Festival will be in for an al fresco dining treat when they visit the Picnic Must-Haves section, this year sponsored by savoury pastry experts Pork Farms.

As proud sponsors, Pork Farms will be exhibiting a wide range of products from their tantalising range of savoury pastries including new additions, Munchbox and the Big Hit ^TM Kingsize Sausage Roll. They will also be showcasing their new packaging which hit the supermarket shelves this month.

The Munchbox is a handy fridge pack containing five individually wrapped sausage rolls. Each roll contains a sweet, hammy pork filling encased in a light, golden-baked puff pastry. Succulent and sweet, it’s a sure hit with every member of the family whilst their individual wrapping makes them the ideal quick, pick-me-up snack, fitting perfectly into lunchboxes, picnic baskets and even into handbags.

The Big Hit ^TM Kingsize Sausage Roll is a full of flavour roll with a chunky, meaty filling, packed with herbs, such as sage, and rounded off with a peppery seasoning. The ’Big Hit’ is perfect for those who love a punchy flavoursome hit.

Other favourites from the Pork Farms range to undergo the summer packaging makeover include the 2 Snack Pork Pies and the Pork Farms Medium Pork Pie. Both products offer the perfect treat for those who love their savouries; the dark-baked pastry case provides a rich, flavoursome crust that gives way to a well seasoned filling, packed full of tender pork. The Snack Pies offer a perfect alternative for a light-bite or handy savoury snack whilst the Medium Pie makes a tasty meal-time treat.

Commenting on the sponsorship, General Manager (brands), Nigel White, said: “This year’s Summer Festival and its Picnic Must-Haves section seemed the perfect match for Pork Farms. We pride ourselves on our 75 years of award winning experience producing natural, wholesome, freshly-baked pastries. We also know, from talking to our customers, that our products are viewed as highly sociable foods, associated with good times and togetherness. Put two and two together and you get the perfect food for a summer picnic knees-up.

“The new product additions are designed to give people a greater choice and to help educate that little bit more about the different flavours and tastes available within our range of savoury pastries. The new packaging on the other hand aims to bring savoury pastries into the 21^st century. It’s fresh and inspiring and we hope it helps to communicate how important it is to us to cram as much natural, wholesome goodness into each and every one of our products as we can.

“At the end of the day, we’re looking for people to get together and enjoy our products in great company and the Summer Festival Picnic Must-Haves section provides the perfect platform for this.”

BBC Summer Festival

admin — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:09:00 GMT

For a fabulous day out that will leave you inspired, entertained and that little bit wiser why not visit this year’s BBC Summer Festival at The NEC Birmingham.

You’ll find lots to do; whether your interests lie in cooking, home design, gardening or just shopping. There’s plenty to hold the kids' attention too - so why not make it an excursion for the whole family!

The BBC Summer Festival encompasses the following shows:

BBC Gardeners’ World Live features demonstrations by TV’s top gardening experts, innovative show gardens created by some of the world’s top designers, an extensive variety of plants and flowers in the stunning RHS Floral Marquee sponsored by Renault, plus hundreds of exhibitors.

You’ll find everything you need for a gourmet summer at the BBC Good Food Show Summer. With appearances from the crème de la crème of TV celebrity chefs, alfresco eating in the Dining Experience and an abundance of quality food and wine sampling.

A new area in the Show is the Countryfile Magazine area, focusing on the Great British countryside and sustainable living. You’ll discover imaginative ways to cut your carbon footprint by visiting our Sustainable Future eco feature, and can also enjoy talks by celebrities including John Craven and Ben Fogle, as well as industry experts, in the Green Clinic, hosted by environmental author, broadcaster and consultant Joanna Yarrow.

The Good Homes Magazine area will leave you armed with plenty of brain stimulation and exclusive show offers to add your own definitive signature and style to your home.

For fans of the amber nectar, show-goers may also visit Beers of the World Live which will be running alongside the BBC Summer Festival (Fri – Sun ticket holders only).

And we're also delighted to announce the XcapetotheSun Property Pavilion will be located in Hall 9 for the duration of the Summer Festival, featuring both overseas and UK property.

It’s excellent value for money too, as visitors can visit all the shows incorporated in the BBC Summer Festival on one entry fee - you can also reserve seats for celebrity demonstration in either the Gardeners' World Magazine Celebrity Theatre or Summer Kitchen for just £1.50 - so if you've always fancied getting up close and personal to James Martin, Ben Fogle or Alan Titchmarsh, select a session when prompted while you make your booking. Full timetables can be found on the tabs above.

We look forward to seeing you there!

NEW THIS YEAR, ALL TICKETS INCLUDE FREE SHOW GUIDE WORTH £10!*

Venue: The NEC Birmingham
Dates: 11 - 15 June 2008
Opening Hours: 9am - 6pm. Gardens open until 7pm Wed - Sat, subject to weather conditions.

*No cash alternative

DON'T FORGET! Bring along your old mobile phones and chargers to recycle at the various drop off points throughout the Show and play your part! This service is being run by Coolaworld, with the proceeds going to worthy environmental charities like SolarAid and Waterwise.

Good Food Show "Summer Special" 2008 Birmingham NEC

admin — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:40:00 GMT

This year’s line-up of TV’s top celebrity chefs including Gordon Ramsay, James Martin and Simon Rimmer, will all show off their skills in the Summer Kitchen sponsored by Sainsburys' where you can pick up tips, find inspiration or just enjoy the lively entertainment. They’ll work their magic with a selection of summer food in these unmissable shows that are always a sell-out.

Perhaps you'd prefer to browse the hundreds of stands where exhibitors will tempt you with everything from food and wines to the latest kitchen gadgets.

TO BOOK TICKETS CALL 0870 040 0372

The BBC Good Food Show Summer is part of the BBC Summer Festival. So if you grow your own vegetables, love gardening or just like admiring someone else’s handiwork, remember your ticket also includes FREE entry into BBC Gardeners' World Live and The Good Home and Countryfile magazine areas.

NEW THIS YEAR, ALL TICKETS INCLUDE FREE SHOW GUIDE!

Venue: The NEC, Birmingham
Dates: 11 - 15 June 2008
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 6.00pm

Wed 11th

Thurs 12th

Fri 13th

Sat 14th

Sun 15th

10.30am
James Martin (S)

11.30am
Sara Buenfeld & Monaz Dumasia, Good Food magazine

12.30pm
Lesley Waters

1.30pm - sold out
James Martin

2.30pm
Sara Buenfeld & Monaz Dumasia, Good Food magazine

3.30pm
Lesley Waters (S)

4.30pm
James Martin

10.15 am
Gordon Ramsay

11.15am
Jane Hornby & Sarah Cook, Good Food magazine

12.15pm
Simon Rimmer

1.15pm - sold out
Gordon Ramsay

2.15pm
Jane Hornby & Sarah Cook, Good Food magazine

3.15pm - sold out
Gordon Ramsay

4.15pm
Simon Rimmer

5.15pm
Gordon Ramsay

10.15am - sold out
Gordon Ramsay

11.15am
Barney Desmazery, Good Food magazine (S)

12.15pm
Angela Harnett

1.15pm - sold out
Gordon Ramsay

2.15pm
Barney Desmazery, Good Food magazine

3.15pm - sold out
Gordon Ramsay

4.15pm
Angela Hartnett (S)

5.15pm
Gordon Ramsay (S)

10.30am
John Torode (S)

11.30am
Barney Desmazery, Good Food magazine

12.30pm - sold out
John Torode

1.30pm
Barney Desmazery, Good Food magazine (S)

2.30pm - sold out
Hairy Bikers

3.30pm
John Torode

4.30pm - sold out
Hairy Bikers (S)

11.00am - sold out
James Martin

12.00pm
Hairy Bikers

1.00pm - sold out
James Martin

2.00pm
Hairy Bikers

3.00pm
James Martin

4.00pm
Hairy Bikers

Good Food Show Dates for 2008

admin — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:07:00 GMT

The Good Food show dates for 2008 are;

The NEC Birmingham 11-15 June

SECC Glasgow 31 October - 2 November

London Olympia 14 - 16 November 2008

NEC Birmingham 26 - 30 November

The BBC Good food show in Scotland coming soon!

admin — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:27:00 GMT

Time is running out, get you tickets to the BBC Good Food show in Scotland 2nd to 4th of November 2007 at the SECC in Glasgow.

Click Here for full details of times and tickets.

SECC Glasgow - BBC Good Food Show & Whisky Live

admin — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 13:37:00 GMT

Why not make the most of your visit and get a combined ticket to include entry to Whisky Live Glasgow

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For 2007 BBC Good Food Show Scotland and Whisky Live Glasgow, (taking place 2 - 3 Nov at The SECC, Glasgow), have come together to offer food and whisky lovers everywhere the ultimate day out. Combined tickets to both shows are available now to purchase. For more information click here.

Whisky Live is a celebration of the world’s best whiskies. Dedicated to the sampling of great whisky in an entertaining and educational environment, and includes stands from all the great distilleries, hourly Masterclasses, a live stage with demonstrations and a games area for those who want to enjoy their dram in peace. And now with the world’s best food just across the hall, you can enjoy the very best food and drink all in one experience and all with one fantastic ticket.

Rick Stein appearing at the BBC Good Food Show Birmingham

admin — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 08:56:00 GMT

See Rick Stein at the BBC Good food show - Birmingham NEC 28 November - 2 December 2007 - Ticket Hotline 0870 040 0390

Rick Stein is somewhat misleadingly labelled a ‘Celebrity Chef’. In fact he runs four restaurants, a delicatessen, a patisserie, a seafood cookery school and a thirty three bedroom hotel in the small fishing port of Padstow on the north coast of Cornwall. He has developed these with his former wife Jill over the last 30 years into a destination attraction, which means that The Seafood Restaurant is booked for many months in advance. He has attributed the success of all these to a simple observation “Nothing is more exhilarating than fresh fish simply cooked”Indeed it was this enthusiasm for the great seafood around the coast of Great Britain that led him to make his first TV cookery series Taste of the Sea in 1995. Since then he has made 8 more. The first five were about seafood not just in Britain but showing his influences from all over the world.Latterly he has made programmes about small producers of excellent quality food in Britain and Ireland, people who value the taste and quality of food above profit. He has called them his Food Heroes. In early 2005 he completed French Odyssey, a journey made from Bordeaux to Marseille meandering through the canals of southern France a journey that took him over aqueducts and through echoing tunnels, past dusty rural towns such as Beziers, Capestang and Homps, stopping off for bourrides, cassoulets and boudins, sweet salt marsh lamb, wild pigeons, lamprey and some of the best wines in the world; in short cooking and eating and drinking on the way and always asking the question what is so remarkably special about the cooking of the South West of France? Rick is currently working on a TV series and book about the Mediterranean and has recently made a programme about Japanese cooking which was shown in the UK this Christmas. He has also made films about British poet John Betjeman and novelist Daphne du Maurier, the latter is due to be broadcast this spring.Alongside these films Rick has written 11 cookery books which have sold in large quantities. Together they represent his philosophy on cookery, which is that cooking and eating together are generous activities, which should be taken seriously but should resound with optimism and fun. All the books and films show a commitment to the quality of food too and a concern for sustainability in fishing and good husbandry in farming. So much so that he is a firm patron of the Marine Stewardship Council who promote sensible fishing practices. He also has published a Guide to the Food Heroes of Britain and Ireland, a listing with information of those food producers committed to excellence.Rick is also very interested in diet, particularly in the healthy properties of fish eaten at least twice a week as it becomes more and more apparent with the increasing reports of the vital role that Omega 3 plays and that what our grandmothers told us is true fish is good for the brain.Rick has cooked twice for Tony Blair at 10 Downing Street, once for the French President Jacques Chirac and on another occasion for the Queen and Prince Philip to celebrate the Golden Jubilee in which all the past prime ministers during her reign were invited, including Margaret Thatcher, John Major and Edward Heath. He was awarded ain OBE in the 2003 New Year Honours list for services to West Country Tourism, testament to the rising popularity of Padstow and Cornwall as a holiday destination.Rick has published three very attractive “mini books’, Starters, Main Courses and Puddings which he describes as his ‘best of’.Rick still lives part of the year in Padstow, though he now has a house in Sydney too. His small Jack Russell, Chalky (August 89 – January 07), who appeared in seven of the series and was, as local fisherman Brian Bate said, “More famous than Rickey Stein.” Rick was born in Oxfordshire in 1947 and educated at Uppingham School Rutland and New College, Oxford where he read English. He has three sons, Edward (28), Jack (26) and Charles (21).

Nick Nairn at the BBC Good Food Show Scotland

admin — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 14:33:00 GMT

Nick Nairn appearing at the SECC Glagow Scotland Scotland 2 - 4 November 2007.

Restaurateur, entrepreneur and celebrity chef, Nick Nairn has been a cook of many hats over the past 20 years. Although he’s kept busy here at the Cook School, Nick also travels the world for events and demonstrations and is well known as an ambassador of fresh Scottish produce and healthy eating, particularly for children. A popular figure from numerous BBC food programmes, such as Wild Harvest and Ready Steady Cook, he was one of four finalists voted in on the series, Great British Menu, and subsequently cooked the main course for the Queen’s 80th birthday banquet. Nick is an inspirational speaker and a colourful entertainer and when not teaching at the Cook School, he can be spotted around the UK giving lively cooking demonstrations at a diverse range of venues. To find out more and keep up-to-date on his events and news, visit his website www.nicknairn.tv

SECC Glasgow Scotland 2- 4 November 2007

admin — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:12:00 GMT

The BBC Good Food Show Scotland - Secc Glasgow

The Winter Kitchen sponsored by Sainsbury's

Visit The Winter Kitchen and see all your favourite celebrity chefs in action, including Gordon Ramsay, Nick Nairn and James Martin. Join them as they whip up an array of seasonal delights, whilst entertaining and inspiring you with their culinary genius.

Theatre tickets are £2.50 and sold on a first come first served basis.

Ticket Prices

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To book your tickets now call the ticket hotline on 0870 040 0392

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Standard Entry	Advance	On the door
Standard Ticket & FREE show planner worth £4.00	£12	£14

Winter Kitchen Demonstration	£2.50
Tasting Theatre	£1.50
For 2007 we have come together with Whisky Live Glasgow which takes place 2-3 November in the adjacent halls of the BBC Good Food Show Scotland. The combined ticket to the two events side-by-side offers the ultimate day out for food and whisky lovers everywhere.
Good Food & Whisky Live Glasgow Combined Ticket
Double Day Ticket	£56	£62
Includes: Entry to both show on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 November Whisky Live Tasting Glass, Whisky Live Show Guide, 5 Whisky vouchers*, Whisky Live food voucher and a BBC Good Food Show Scotland show planner.
Full Day Ticket	£30.00	£34
Includes: Same day entry to both shows Whisky Live Tasting Glass, Whisky Live Show Guide, 5 Whisky vouchers*, Whisky Live food voucher and a BBC Good Food Show Scotland show planner.

1/2 Day Ticket**	£20.00	£26
Includes: Unlimited entrance to BBC Good Food Show Scotland and 1/2 day entry to Whisky Live Whisky Live Tasting Glass, Whisky Live Show Guide, 3 Whisky Live vouchers*, Whisky Live food voucher and a BBC Good Food Show Scotland show planner.
Combined tickets are only available to book via the Ticket Hotline 0870 040 0392

Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all tickets.* Whisky Live vouchers are for samples of Whisky. Whiskies aged 12 years and under require 1 voucher, and whiskies aged 13 years and older require 2 vouchers. Further vouchers can be purchased on site at £1 per voucher.
**1/2 day tickets are valid from 6pm-9pm on Friday and 3pm-6pm on Saturday.

Please Note: A paying adult must accompany children under the age of 18 years to the BBC Good Food Show Scotland. Entry to Whisky Live is for visitors aged 18 years or older.

School Parties: There is a limited allocation of tickets for School parties on Friday 2nd November, for pricing details please refer to group discounts.

Over 65s: £1 off advance price.

Children: Children under 5 are admitted free of charge for standard admission only. Please note Whisky Live is a strictly 18's and over event.

Disabled Companions Admitted FREE

If you need to bring a companion, assistant or guider with you to the show to maximise your enjoyment, then the carer can be admitted free of charge. Please make this clear to the box office when you book your tickets - they will be happy to help.

The BBC Good Food Show Birmingham - NEC 2007

admin — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 15:14:00 GMT

The BBC GOOD FOOD SHOW

Prepare yourself for a real foodie treat, as this year’s show not only has all the usual fantastic show features including live celebrity theatres with your favourite TV chefs such as Gordon Ramsay, James Martin and Rick Stein, a wealth of local producers, gourmet gifts and drinks, fine wines and spirits, we’re also introducing a number of new features for 2007.

Join us for top celebrity entertainment in the all new 2,500 seat Supertheatre, or book a place in a Drinks Tasting theatre with Oz Clarke, Matt Skinner and a host of other drink experts.

The NEC

The National Exhibition Centre is the busiest exhibition centre in Europe, staging more than 180 exhibitions each year, ranging from world-famous public shows such as Crufts Dog Show and Clotheshow Live to international trade exhibitions like IPEX and Spring Fair, Birmingham. Up to four million people visit the centre each year. With 21 halls totalling 200,000 square metres (two million square feet) it is also the biggest exhibition centre in Britain and seventh largest in Europe. The NEC is renowned for large-scale international trade fairs, but also has an active interest in helping smaller specialist shows develop, providing advice, support and essential services to organisers. The flexible, flat-floored, interconnected halls offer endless possibilities for all types of exhibitions and events, complemented by extensive conference and banqueting facilities. The award-winning catering team operate restaurants, cafes and bars throughout the centre, serving meals with quality, imagination and style.

The BBC Good Food Show London - OLYMPIA

admin — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:25:00 GMT

Taking place at Olympia, from 16 -18 November 2007, this year's BBC Good Food Show London is an integral date for any foodie connoisseur’s calendar!

Not only does this year’s show boast all the usual delicious features, including The Ultimate Cookery Experience sponsored by Sainsbury’s, The Good Food magazine Theatre, Festive Must Haves and The Great British Food Festival, we’ve also got a number of new and exciting features lined up for you.

Olympia first opened its doors to the public on Boxing Day 1886 when people flocked to see the Hippodrome Circus – some 400 performers, 300 horses and six ‘funny’ elephants.

The BBC Good Food Show - Scotland - November 2007

admin — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 09:40:00 GMT

The BBC Good Food Show is heading North of the border, as we bring you the all new BBC Good Food Show Scotland 2007.

Building on the established success of the BBC Good Food Show London and the renowned BBC Good Food Show, we’re bringing this fantastic recipe for a great day out to the SECC in Glasgow from the 2^nd – 4^th November in 2007, to create the inaugural BBC Good Food Show Scotland.

The SECC

SECC is Scotland's national venue for public events. It's also the UK's largest integrated exhibition and conference centre: a world class facility set in one of Europe's most vibrant cities and only a short journey from some of the most beautiful countryside in the world.

The BBC Good Food Shows - 2007 - Exhibitor - Harrods

admin — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 15:34:00 GMT

Exhibitor Spotlight - Harrods Ltd

Harrods has remained London's premier retail outlet for over 155 years, yet the fundamental ethic of selling quality merchandise and giving customers exemplary service has never been questioned or compromised. At Harrods, truly anything is possible.

Harrods offers Six Food Halls,their services include, customised ice cream, Hampers ranging from £15 - £500 and gift boxes,gift wrapping service, food and & Wine, chocolates and biscuits, wine and spirits.

The BBC Good Food Shows 2007

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 16:06:00 GMT

Good Food Coming to a City Near You! If food is your thing, then we’ve got a real treat for you, with not one, not two but three fantastic food shows! Yes that’s right, good food is coming to a city near you, and starts with the newest edition to the BBC Good Food Portfolio BBC Good Food Show Scotland, 2 – 4 November, The SECC, Glasgow, then we head to the capital of England for the BBC Good Food Show London, 16 – 18 November, Olympia, London with our final destination for 2007 being the ultimate and longest running BBC Good Food Show Birmingham, 28 November – 2 December, The NEC, Birmingham. These three fantastic shows blend a scrumptious mix of top celebrity action from the likes of Jamie Oliver*, Gordon Ramsay and James Martin, first class foodie entertainment and an array of gastronomic delights, gourmet food and tasty tipples. Along with a wealth of culinary innovations and foodie gift ideas, all ensuring you’ll have a day simply bursting with flavour and foodie fun! Now for the best bit, we have 5 pairs of tickets to give away to the BBC Good Food Show of your choice. All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning is answer this simple question: The BBC Good Food Shows will be taking place in which 3 cities this autumn? Click here to enter. So make sure you don’t miss out on a fantastic foodie day out in a City near you and put the dates in your diary now! To find out more or book your tickets visit bbcgoodfoodshow.com or call 0870 040 0393. *Appearing at Birmingham only.

Terms and conditions apply: Only one entry per household. No cash alternatives available. Closing date is 5 working days before each event.

Jamie appearing @ Birmingham only

The Good Food Show NEC Birmingham 28th November to 2nd December 2007

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:47:00 GMT

Join us for top celebrity entertainment in the all new 2,500 seat Supertheatre, or book a place in a Drinks Tasting theatre with Oz Clarke, Matt Skinner and a host of other drink experts.

There are a host of new areas, features and sessions to explore. We've added producer tastings, wine masterclasses, top local restaurants, the Gordon Ramsay scholar finals, the Great British Beer Experience, and the Fine Wine experience...make us you regular destination to make sure you keep up to speed with all our new features.

So join us at the biggest food and drink event of the year at the BBC Good Food Show Birmingham 2007.

Show Highlights
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Be a part of the amazing new Jamie Oliver Show on Thursday 29th November, and experience 75 minutes of pure Jamie energy. These lively, action packed cookery shows were a resounding success in Europe and Australia and now you can see one too, exclusively at the BBC Good Food Show Birmingham. Watch Jamie doing what he loves best – cook simple, honest dishes with vigour and passion. Tickets for this exclusive event include all day entry to the BBC Good Food Show and are limited, book now to avoid disappointment.

Plus you can buy your copy of 'Jamie at Home' at a special show price of £20 RRP £25, and get priority access to dedicated book signing slots with Jamie.

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This is the chance of a lifetime for young professional chefs and college students to prove their worth in front of a host of Michelin starred chefs. Watch the live heats and finals played out live at the Show, and judged by Gordon, Angela Hartnett and Mark Sargeant. That’s not all, this is your chance to ask Gordon’s judges your own questions, watch them cook, and get signed copies of their latest books.
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See some of the UK’s best known chefs, including Thomasina Miers, Brian Turner and Rachel Allen cooking live on stage, using local ingredients and British produce. Plus the teams at Good Food and olive magazine will also be on stage impressing you with their depths of food knowlege and culinary know how.

New for 2007, the Good Food magazine British Theatre will also be staging a number of educational Tastings. This is your chance to taste samples of some from the best producers in the show, hear why they are so special and what makes local produce worth the extra effort. We will also be staging topical debates about the environment locally and globally, and what we should all be doing to help.

BBC Good Food Show Scotland. SECC Glasgow Scotland 2 - 4 November 2007

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 15:43:00 GMT

Join us as we celebrate everything that’s great about traditional Scottish Fayre, local produce and a huge selection of beers, wines, spirits and liquors. This is your chance to indulge in some serious foodie retail therapy as we bring you a multitude of the UK’s finest food and drink producers, a host of kitchen gadgets and culinary essentials, plus your favourite celebrity chefs including Gordon Ramsay, Nick Nairn and James Martin.

So make sure you don’t miss this foodie extravaganza and visit the very first BBC Good Food Show Scotland.

The BBC Good Food Show London

admin — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 14:27:00 GMT

Taking place at Olympia, from 16 -18 November 2007, this year's BBC Good Food Show London is an integral date for any foodie connoisseur’s calendar!

We’re expanding the Dining Experience to incorporate up to 12 top eateries, so you can sample the exquisite menus from an array of the capitals finest dining establishments!

New for 2007, we will also be opening our doors until 9.30pm, so visitors can enjoy the delights of our Dining Experience and the Drinks – The Fine Wine, Beer and Spirits Show whilst soaking up the atmosphere in the Piano Bar sponsored by Bose. All in all, the perfect way to unwind after a hard days work!