Sunday 17 May 2026 

The cookery stage is located at the bottom of Broad Street.

2026 sees Hampshire Fares very own Natasha Dochniak hosting our producers and chefs on the stage so do come along and watch her in action 

10:30am -
10:45 am 
Health Talk Prof & Doc - Dr Kyle Stewart
Learn how the innovative Watercress Active® extract unlocks the natural benefits of watercress for skin health and wellbeing.
10:45am –11:00am Producer TalkBlack Bear Honey Co.
Stephen Greer introduces his sparkling cold-brewed teas made with pure British honey.
11:00am –11:45amYoung Chef DemonstrationDexter Olejarka
A rising young talent sharing bold flavours and creative cooking.
11:45am –12:00pmProducer TalkLouis Pommery
Join Will Perkins, Head Winemaker at Pinglestone Estate as he explores the journey behind every bottle of English sparking.
12:00pm –1:00pmDemonstration Luke Emmess
Head Chef at The Wykeham Arms
A MasterChef: The Professionals contender showcases his refined pub cooking style.
1:30pm –
1:45pm
Producer TalkMyndful Mushrooms
Learn about the world of functional mushrooms and natural wellness with Chris Maynard
1:45pm –
2:30pm

DemonstrationLainston House
Fire Cooking with the chefs from Lainston House.
Tom Younger & Thomas “Lampy” Lampitt bringing bold flavours & open-fire cooking
2:30pmPresentation The Awards for the winners in the Barters Best Competition will be made - celebrating the most "Awesome Use of Watercress" 
2:30pm – 2:45pm DemonstrationMartin Dawkins
Head Chef, Skylark Country Club
A chef who will showcase his passion for seasonal ingredients and local produce
3:00pm – 3:15pm Tea Tasting & Talk Albion Tea
Tea expert Angela Pryce shares her passion for loose-leaf tea and how to brew the perfect cup.



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