11 reasons to go to the Good Food Show Summer 2024
The Good Food Show Summer 2024 (13–16 June) is just around the corner. Here are 11 reasons why you should attend this year’s event at Birmingham NEC
The Good Food Show Summer 2024 is fast approaching. Held from 13-16 June at NEC Birmingham, this year's event is as jam-packed as ever. So, we’ve picked 11 things we’re looking forward to at the show. Book your tickets here: Book here.
11 reasons to buy tickets to the Good Food Show Summer 2024
1. See your all-time favourite foodies in the Big Kitchen
Be part of the audience in the Big Kitchen and see your favourite chefs and culinary experts cooking their recipes live on stage. Book your tickets to see show favourites including James Martin, Nadiya Hussain, Matt Tebbutt, Jane Dunn of Jane’s Patisserie and more!
2. Shop, try and buy
Shop ‘til you drop from your favourite big brands and artisan producers, all under one roof! Try before you buy and discover the finest food and drink from cheese, chutneys and sweet treats to the latest kitchen kit, you’ll find everything you need to recreate mouthwatering summer dishes at home.
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3. Get hands-on in our Summer Workshops
Discover exciting Summer Workshops to get stuck into; uncover new skills in summer and learn how to create the perfect summer cocktail, plus discover new food and drinks from the producers at the Show in fabulous tasting sessions.
4. The Good Food Wine Club joins the Show
If you love wine, don't miss the Good Food Wine Club Tasting Theatre this June. You'll find something for every level of wine knowledge, from beginner to expert with sessions on How to Taste wine, Weird and Wonderful grape varieties and the perfect guide to summer wines.
Find out more about the Good Food Wine Club Tasting Theatre.
5. Seasonal inspiration
Explore the latest trends, ingredients and inspiration for your cooking at the Summer Kitchen, hosted by Chris Bavin. Join us and learn new recipes to spice up your seasonal dishes, plus get advice on using leftovers and being more efficient with your cooking. The line-up of chefs features Julie Lin, Anna Haugh, Becky Excell, Ruby Bhogal and more.
See the Summer Kitchen timetable.
6. Learn to sow, grow and glow with BBC Gardeners’ World Live
Your tickets give you access to not one but two great shows. Included in your ticket is access to BBC Gardeners’ World Live. Be inspired by Good Food’s Sow, Grow, Glow campaign to learn how to grow your own fresh fruit and veg this summer.
See what's on at BBC Gardeners' World live.
7. Grow it Cook it
New for this year, food and gardening worlds collide, as Adam Frost embarks on a culinary adventure for his ‘Chef’s Table’ Show Garden. Make sure you join us and step outside into this al fresco cooking sanctuary, for talks and demos in the garden with soon-to-be-announced chefs and experts, all hosted by Adam himself.
(Exclusive: If you’re a fan of the ‘Grow It Cook It’ podcast with Adam Frost and Cassie Best, you won’t want to miss them reuniting at the Show!)
8. Discover the secrets of your favourite chef’s success
Good Food’s Sam Goldsmith and Barney Desmazery welcome you to the Let’s Talk Good Food stage. Hear from your food heroes as they share their stories and recipes. Ask them your cooking questions. And, new this year, catch the Good Food Podcast panel with Michel Roux and Jane Dunn from Jane’s Patisserie.
What's on at the Let's Talk Good Food stage.
9. Dine in style
Enjoy lunch in the Good Food Restaurant and tuck into dishes developed by some of Britain’s top chefs. The menu is inspired by the summer issues of Good Food magazine as well as some of the most popular seasonal dishes from goodfood.com.
10. There’s a dedicated Good Food Subscriber’s Lounge
Situated next to the Let’s Talk Good Food Stage, you can relax and take a break from the bustle of the show, all while watching your favourite chefs and experts live on stage.
Find out more about the Subscriber's Lounge.
11. A Memory to Last a Lifetime!
It’s not every day you get to rub shoulders with your favourite culinary stars. After watching the experts in action, you can meet them in person at the book signing sessions. Say hello, snap a selfie, and get a copy of their book personally signed – the ultimate memento from your foodie adventure.
Inspired? Book your tickets to the Good Food Show Summer now and enjoy the ultimate foodie day out! We’re looking forward to seeing you there.