The Headliner Kitchen

Big Chefs. Iconic Dishes.

Ever wondered what it’s actually like to watch a master at work? The Headliner Kitchen brings the heat of the professional kitchen to the festival stage. Grab a spot and settle in for 40 minutes of pure culinary theater as our headlining chefs cook their "Greatest Hits" live. You’ll learn the secrets of their signature style, hear the kitchen secrets they don't share on TV, and see exactly what it takes to be a headliner.

Timings and chefs subject to change

Saturday 26th September

11:00 - 11:45

Rob Mace

Head Chef at Adnams, Rob will be showcasing his skills in fine British cookery

12:00 - 12:45

Alasdair Gill

Regular columnist for The Sunday Times, Vice, Times 2, ST magazine, ST style, The Standard, Tatler and You Magazine.

13:00 - 13:45

Tony Alberti

Known for his regular TV and social media appearances, Tony was taught his Italian cookery skills by his Nonna and will be showcasing them alongside tips and tricks for us.

14:00 - 14:45

Lagom Chef / Martyn Odell

Martyn is all about finding ways to use everything in the fridge in a delicious way. He really knows his stuff – and his 1million+ Tiktok followers would agree!

15:00 - 15:45

Snack Hacker / George Egg

Want to know how to make the most of snack time? Come see George share all his secrets.

16:00 - 16:45

Paul A Young

A world famous chocolatier is demo-ing his skills. Don’t miss it!

Compere

Joe Hurd

The wonderful Joe Hurd returns to compere the demos on our Headliner Kitchen stage, offering valuable insight and asking all the right questions of our chefs.

Sunday 27th September

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10:00 - 10:45

Joe Hurd & Jon Gay

Jon Gay of Snape Maltings and Joe Hurd, our esteemed compere, will deliver a lively demo together

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11:00 - 11:45

Illiyin Morrison

Bake-Off star and specialist midwife, Illiyin brings her multi-cultural influences to her cooking.

12:00 - 12:45

Romy Gill

Chef Romy Gill MBE is an award-winning chef, author, broadcaster and food and travel writer, celebrated for her distinctive approach to Indian cuisine and for championing the diverse regional food traditions of India.

13:00 - 13:45

Richard Bainbridge

Famous Norwich-based chef, owner of Benedicts, and Great British Menu star.

14:00 - 14:45

Sam Nixon

TV and radio presenter, and one half of the hugely popular BAFTA award winning duo Sam and Mark

15:00 - 15:45

Frederick Forster

Former National Chef of the Year and TV personality, Frederick Forster is Head Chef at The Gore London

Compere

Joe Hurd

The wonderful Joe Hurd returns to compere the demos on our Headliner Kitchen stage, offering valuable insight and asking all the right questions of our chefs.