TV Chef confirms Shobdon demo

We are delighted to announce that TV chef and passionate supporter of local produce, Rachel Green joins our talented team of expert demonstrators for 2010. A veteran of several television series, her cookery demonstrations are renowned for their lively exuberance. She demonstrates all over the country, including the Royal Show and BBC Good Food Show, and is Celebrity Chef at the Chatsworth Country Fair. A farmer's daughter from Lincolnshire, her family have been farming for 14 generations - another reason why she'll feel right at home in Herefordshire.

"Food production is in my blood," she says, "I grew up helping to collect eggs, lamb the ewes, vine the peas. I am passionate about local produce and producers and am delighted to be able to demonstrate at the Shobdon Food & Flower Festival, an event with a growing reputation among foodies."

Rachel will doubtless have a few recipe surprises up her sleeve but there's a strong possibility that her passion for the good old British 'banger' might have an influence. Rachel has recently released a recipe book, simply entitled, 'Sausages' and is intrigued by one particular and very popular item sold at and inspired by our event:

"The 'Shobdon Sausage' isn't something I've had the pleasure of trying as yet, but I am very much looking forward to! Who knows, maybe it'll make it into my next book?" She said.

25p from the sale of each copy of Rachel's latest book, 'Sausages', is being donated to 'Help for Heroes', the wounded British servicemen charity.

Another clue as to what we might expect from Rachel could come from her role as the Ambassador of the, 'Yes Peas' campaign, with the latest recipe booklet offering delights such as 'Pea Soup with Camembert and Fresh Mint' and 'Seared Salmon with saute of Peas and Asparagus with Chive Cream.'

Rachel joins a top demonstrating team of mostly local chefs keen to show off their skills and highlight the fantastic produce Herefordshire has to offer. Please see the list of events for confirmation of times and a full list of other activities.