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FOOD lovers will be flocking to Bolton on August Bank Holiday weekend. The town's fantastic food and drink festival is back with a packed schedule of cooking demos, celebrity chefs, tasting events and more.
Bring the family along to this Sunday Brunch with celebrity chef Nadiya Hussain.
There's lots of stuff happening for kids – read about it here. And the festival markets will return too. Here we've gathered together more of the highlights, including a picnic with Bake Off star Nadiya Hussain and wine-tasting with Oz Clarke and Kate Goodman.
Get your tickets and start planning your weekend now.
To see the full line-up, visit www.boltonfoodanddrinkfestival.com
Live Cookery Demonstration with Michael Caines
Friday 26 August, 2pm
Free
Head to The Vaults for this free demo from Michael Caines, whose two Michelin-starred Gidleigh Park restaurant in Devon won the UK's best all-round restaurant in the Harden's Restaurant Survey 2011. No need to book.
Cooking Demonstration with John Torode
Saturday 27 August, 12pm, 2pm
£8 / £4 child
Watch MasterChef co-host John Torode cook up a storm in the Main Festival Marquee.
Wine Tasting with Oz Clarke and Kate Goodman
Saturday 27 August, 12pm, 3pm
£15
Pick up some wine tips and knowledge from two of the best experts around, Oz Clarke and Kate Goodman. They'll host two wine-tasting sessions at the brand new 'Chefs Quarter' at The Vaults with sponsors Aldi supplying the award-winning wines. Journey round the world with tales of Oz and Kate's adventures in wine-tasting. Tickets are selling out fast.
Twilight Tasting
Saturday 27 August, 6pm
£20
As the sun sets on Saturday night, make sure you're at this tasting event featuring celebrity chef John Torode and wine experts Oz Clarke and Kate Goodman. John will be cooking up some of his favourite Australian dishes while Oz and Kate will pair them with fine Australian wines from festival sponsor Aldi. It's a chance to discover new wines and new dishes – while hearing some great tales of their travels and experiences in Australia.
Sunday Brunch
Sunday 28 August, 10.30am
£5 / £2.50 family / £2 child
Bring the family along to this Sunday Brunch with celebrity chef Nadiya Hussain. Not just a fabulous cook, Nadiya is also about to become an author, with her first children’s book ‘Bake Me a Story’, due to be published in September. Nadiya will bake one of her tasty family-friendly recipes and read from her new book. Tickets include the demo, pastries, muffins and fresh juices.
Cookery Demonstration with Nadiya Hussain
Sunday 28 August, 12pm
£8 / £4 child
Watch the Bake Off winner in action at this cookery demonstration in the Main Festival Marquee.
Slattery Afternoon Tea Picnic
Sunday 28 August, 2.30pm
£18 / £6 child
This family-friendly event includes an individual Slattery afternoon tea served in your own unique picnic box, and a live demo from celebrity chef Nadiya Hussain. What's more, Nadiya will be joined by some well-known friends for a bit of a natter. Expect tasty treats, cookery tips and relaxed chat. Tickets are selling out fast.
Chef's Table with James Martin
Monday 29 August, 11am, 1pm, 3pm
£8-£14 / £4 child
James Martin's demos will be a highlight of the festival so book early to get a ticket. This year there's limited seating at the special Chef's Table where you'll be right next to the action and will get a free signed book or apron.
