Live Demo's
Join celebrated chefs as they showcase seasonal ingredients, expert techniques and bold flavours in our live food demonstrations.
SATURDAY 6th JUNE
11:00am – 11:45am
Dexter Olejarka – Young Chef Demonstration
A rising star kicks off the day with bold flavours and creative flair.
12:00 noon – 1:00pm
Luke Emmess – Head Chef at The Wykeham Arms
MasterChef: The Professionals finalist showcasing refined pub classics with a seasonal twist.
1:15pm – 2:00pm
Nicole Pisani – Founder, Chefs in Schools
Ingredient-led cooking with purpose from one of the UK’s most inspiring food voices.
2:00pm – 2:30pm
BREAK
Time to explore the festival and grab a bite.
2:30pm – 3:00pm
Nadia Arab – The Road from Karachi
Bold, vibrant flavours inspired by her heritage, as seen on The Repair Shop.
3:00pm – 3:20pm
Belen Sullivan – The Whimsical Forager (Talk & Tasting)
Wild ingredients, seasonal stories, and the magic of foraging.
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Stephen Doyle – Independent Chef
Modern, elegant cooking with a focus on flavour, technique, and simplicity.
SUNDAY 7th JUNE
11:00am – 11:45am
Artisan Pizza & Trafalgar School (TBC)
Fresh, fun and full of flavour – showcasing the next generation of food talent.
12:00 noon – 12:30pm
Christian Barrington – Owner, Mud Foods (Producer Talk)
The story behind great British pies and championing local produce.
12:45pm – 1:30pm
Nicole Pisani – Founder, Chefs in Schools
A second inspiring session focused on simple, sustainable cooking.
1:30pm – 2:00pm
BREAK
Take time to explore and enjoy the festival atmosphere.
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Sarah Nelson – River Test Distillery x HIT Training (Cocktail Session)
A lively mixology session celebrating local spirits and cocktail craft.
2:30pm – 3:15pm
Martin Dawkins – Private Chef (TBC)
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Giles Babb – The Blue Bell Inn
A standout finale of modern British pub cooking, full of flavour and finesse.
Hampshire Fare Cookery Theatre Programme
Hosted by Natasha Dochniak
*Programme subject to change
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