The Three Counties Food and Drink Festival has announced that Matt Tebbutt, Jean-Christophe Novelli and Masterchef finalist, Pookie, will complete the Sunday line-up of celebrity guests for this year’s show.

The brand new festival, which will be held at Three Counties Showground, Malvern, across the weekend of Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July, promises to be a foodie heaven with over 150 of the best food and drink vendors from the Three Counties region and beyond. The festival will also offer an exciting programme of have-a-go activities, interactive workshops, and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.

The latest batch of celebrity chefs will take to the stage in the festival’s 500 seat Cookery Theatre, which is accessible to all ticketholders, who will be treated to cookery demonstrations from the culinary guests, and gather inspiration for new recipes and techniques to try at home. Chris Bavin, presenter of BBC’s Eat Well For Less?, will host the Cookery Theatre demonstrations across the weekend.

Announced to be headlining the stage on Sunday 30 July is Matt Tebbutt. Matt is one of the UK’s most popular chefs and is the current host of BBC’s Saturday Kitchen, where he has been entertaining audiences since 2017. He regularly contributes to several food publications including Waitrose Weekend, along with authoring several of his own cookbooks. Matt will bring with him his passion for local ingredients and sustainable food practices.

Joining Matt is Pookie, a 2022 Masterchef finalist from Solihull, who is known for her vibrant and colourful dishes. Since competing on the show, Pookie has gone on to work with numerous high-profile clients, and has been featured in publications such as Vogue and The Sunday Times. Pookie’s infectious personality has made her a favourite across the UK food festival circuit, and she will showcase her innovative culinary creations in the Cookery Theatre.

Completing the Sunday line-up is Jean-Christophe Novelli, an acclaimed chef and restauranteur who has worked in some of the world’s top restaurants across his career. Jean-Christophe has been awarded many prestigious accolades for his cookery skills, including an incredible four Michelin stars, and has appeared on various television shows including Hell’s Kitchen, and his own series, Chef Academy. He will be sharing his knowledge of classical French cuisine with audiences at the Three Counties Food and Drink Festival.

The new celebrity guests join the previously announced Saturday Cookery Theatre line-up which includes legendary chef Rosemary Shraeger, Great British Bake Off winner John Whaite and Dirty Vegan’s Matt Pritchard.

Tickets for the festival are on sale now and can be purchased via the festival website. With ticket prices from just £12 this is a great and affordable family day out. VIP ticket options are also available.

For more information about Three Counties Food and Drink Festival, including a full schedule of events and guests, visit threecountiesfoodfestival.com.