Chefs' Theatre
With some of the most amazing restaurant locations and freshest, finest produce in the world, it’s no wonder so many talented chefs find their way to Cornwall. Cooking in a kitchen a few paces from the beach, choosing fish from Cornish day-boats as they come in and taking delivery of the sweetest salads and veg daily from a neighbouring farm - that’s a reality in Cornwall.
Come and be seduced by the talent as chefs from all over Cornwall show how they turn the best Cornish ingredients into the tastiest dishes. We’re proud that Nathan Outlaw is headlining again; come and see him show why he’s won two Michelin stars and become one of the top chefs in the UK.
Don't miss the fun challenges too, with some live head-to-head excitement. BBC Radio Cornwall will be hosting the demos throughout the festival.
If this isn't enough for you, don't forget to drop by the Cornwall Food & Drink Stage in The Croust Bar, where you can pick up hints and tips, learn new skills and hear some amazing stories, while refuelling with a bite to eat or a refreshing drink.
Scroll through the list below to help you plan your festival visit.
Friday's chefs
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Your BBC Radio Cornwall hosts for today are:
Daphne Skinnard, Debbie McCrory and Donna Birrell
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Just announced...
Surprise appearance of Paul Young, heartthrob rock singer turned cookery writer, to open the festival in the Chefs' Theatre at 10.00 am.
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10.00 am The Presenters' Challenge
Two of your favourite Radio Cornwall presenters, Debbie McCrory and James Churchfield, in a live battle of culinary skill. But there’s bound to be even more rivalry between their chef mentors – two of Rick Stein’s Head Chefs - Paul Ripley of the Seafood Bar, Falmouth and Paul Harwood of St Petroc's Bistro, Padstow.
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11.15 am Jude Kereama, Kota, Porthleven
A welcome return to the festival for one of Cornwall’s most popular chefs, who brings his native New Zealand and Pacific Rim influences to Cornish produce.
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12.30 pm Olly Jackson, The New Yard, Trelowarren
A new face at the festival, Olly will be demonstrating using game from the beautiful Trelowarren estate on the Lizard.
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1.45 pm Neil Haydock, The Hotel and Extreme Academy, Watergate Bay
Neil combines influences from across Europe and further afield, to produce truly inspired dishes, using the finest local ingredients from Cornwall’s talented food producers.
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3.00 pm Brian Jones, The Harbour Inn, Porthleven
Another chef from this iconic Cornish fishing village today. Brian will show how fresh local ingredients and great cooking have been transforming pub food at St Austell Brewery houses all over Cornwall.
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4.15 pm Jeremy Medley, The Scarlet, Mawgan Porth
Cornwall's hotly awaited new arrival! Don't miss this chance to be among the first to see the Scarlet's brand new Executive Chef in action.
Saturday's Chefs
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Your BBC Radio Cornwall hosts for today are:
Naomi Kennedy, Tiffany Truscott and Denis Nightingale
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9.30 am Lee Groves, The Seagrass, St Ives
Avoid the crowds and arrive in time to catch this BBC Masterchef The Professionals semi-finalist show why he is fast becoming a bright new name in St Ives, with his Taste of the Sea and the Grass demo.
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10.45 am Stewart Eddy, The Victoria Inn, Perranuthnoe
A Cornishman born and bred! Stewart’s philosophy is simple – buy quality ingredients and cook them in a way that allows them to shine. Fabulous Cornish Duck is on Stewart’s menu today.
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12.00 noon Arty Williams, The Cove, Maenporth
Arty will demonstrate the relaxed but stylish approach that makes The Cove, overlooking the beach at Maenporth, so popular.
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1.15 pm Tom Scade, Tides at the Mariner's, Rock
Tom is surrounded by so much wonderful produce and great producers in North Cornwall that his menus typically include 80% local ingredients. He’ll show a selection of his delicious fish dishes today.
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2.30 pm Fiona Were, The Greenbank, Falmouth
Another New Zealander who found her way to Cornwall, Fiona creates modern classics with international twists, focussing on local produce and seasonality. She will be showing how to get the best out of local free range chicken in her demo this year.
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3.45 pm Ben Tunnicliffe, Nansloe Manor, Helston and Gavin Roberts, Kernow Sausage Co
Top country house chef meets top Cornish food producer. This dynamic duo will bring you fun and flavour, making sausages and making them sizzle.
Sunday's Chefs
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Your BBC Radio Cornwall hosts for today are:
Daphne Skinnard and Laurence Reed
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10.00 am Young Chefs' Challenge
Don’t miss this! These must be the youngest and bravest chefs in Cornwall, going live on stage in a head-to-head challenge. The two teams of budding chefs from local primary schools – St Day and Carharrack Community School and Polwhele House School - won their place in the Challenge via an artwork competition supported by Cornwall Food and Farming Group and Davidstow Cheddar.
The artwork will be displayed throughout the festival in Tinners’ Court, adjacent to Lemon Quay.www.cornwallfoodandfarming.org
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11.45 am Dale McIntosh, Bustophers Bar Bistro, Truro
Dale will be using fresh local fish from Wing of St Mawes to show how he’s putting his stamp on the menu at Bustopher’s since moving there in the spring. Bustopher’s is in Lemon St, just a short walk from the festival marquee.
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1.00 pm Joe Lado Devesa, Penventon Park Hotel, Redruth
A new face at the festival, Spanish-born Joe will show how his love of classic Spanish cooking is influencing his menus and proving a hit with guests at the Penventon. He’ll be using fresh Cornish produce from key festival sponsor - ground-breaking local online grocery delivery company, cornishfoodmarket.co.uk
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2.30 pm Nathan Outlaw, Seafood and Grill and Restaurant Nathan Outlaw, St Enodoc Hotel, Rock
Saving the best til last! With two Michelin stars and a host of other accolades, Nathan is undoubtedly Cornwall’s finest chef and among the top chefs nationwide. Arrive early to grab a seat and see how he does it!
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3.15 pm Davidstow ‘Cornish Point of View’ photography competition
Festivalgoers will have the chance to view the finalists in this competition and vote for their favourite at the Davidstow stand over the three festival days. Nathan Outlaw will wind up the Chefs’ Theatre programme for Cornwall Food & Drink Festival 2011 by announcing the winner.
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