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The Main Stage

Discover the Main Stage Line-Up for the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival 2025

The Main Stage is the heart of the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival—where celebrated chefs, food personalities, and culinary innovators take to the spotlight. Across two days, the stage will host a packed schedule of live cooking demonstrations, in-depth discussions, and insights from some of the biggest names in food.

For 2025, we’re excited to welcome Yotam Ottolenghi, making his festival debut with his signature approach to bold, flavour-driven dishes, and Andi Oliver, returning for her fourth appearance, bringing her deep love for Caribbean cuisine. They’ll be joined by Asma Khan, the restaurateur behind Darjeeling Express, known for her expertise in Indian home cooking and storytelling through food.

Expect to see these acclaimed chefs—and more to be announced—demonstrating their craft, sharing the inspiration behind their dishes, and offering an up-close look at the techniques that define their cooking. Whether you’re looking to refine your skills, discover new ingredients, or simply experience the joy of live culinary performance, the Main Stage is where it all comes together.

Join us at London’s Business Design Centre on 19–20 July 2025. Tickets are on sale now via See Tickets.  

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19 Jul 2025
  1. Main Stage
    Clodagh cooks two of her favourite recipes — crab cakes with fresh dill aioli and rosemary soda bread.
  2. Main Stage
    Yotam makes his much anticipated debut on the Main Stage, cooking his signature chicken shawarma.
  3. Main Stage
    Join Asma as she cooks up white cabbage with tomatoes and cashew nuts (shadha bamdhakopi).
  4. Main Stage
    Cookbook author Dina celebrates Omani flavours, making a salmon, tamarind and aubergine curry.
20 Jul 2025
  1. Main Stage
    Chef José shares his passion for the flavours of Spain by making tortilla vagas and chilled roast tomato soup with figs. 
  2. Main Stage
    Andi marks her returns to the Main Stage by serving up saltfish buljol, chop-up, Mum's banana pancake and sticky boiled egg. 
  3. Main Stage
    Jeremy offers us a taste of the city he calls his second home, cooking up wonton braised noodles with tobiko plus dry-fried green beans with pork mince.
  4. Main Stage
    Hoppers founder Karan dishes up Keralan fish with banana leaf and lemon rice.

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FAQs

Do I need a separate ticket to attend Main Stage sessions?

No extra ticket is required. All Main Stage events are included with your general admission ticket, and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend arriving early for popular sessions to guarantee your spot.

Is there seating available at the Main Stage?        

Yes, there is seating available around the Main Stage, and it is available on a first-come, first-serve basis We recommend arriving early for popular sessions to guarantee your spot. 

What time is Yotam Ottolenghi appearing on the Main Stage? 

Yotam Ottolenghi will be appearing on the Main Stage at 13:00 on Saturday 19 July 2025. There will also be an opportunity to pick up a signed copy of Ottolenghi Comfort recipe book following his appearing in the Book Signing area. 

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