Atul Kochhar is a pioneering chef known for modernising Indian cuisine, combining traditional spices with British ingredients. He was the first Indian chef to be awarded a Michelin star, redefining perceptions of Indian food with his refined, ingredient-led approach. He has earned multiple Michelin stars and operates several acclaimed restaurants. A familiar face on television and a passionate advocate for cultural storytelling through food, Atul’s cooking celebrates heritage, innovation, and the power of flavour to bring people together.

After years of baking at home and cultivating her creativity and skill, Briony first came to the public’s attention as she launched onto our screens during nine stressful weeks in the tent on the 2018 series of The Great British Bake Off on Channel 4. Progressing through the competition to the semi-final, Briony’s humour and warmth, coupled with her resilience and ingenuity saw her become a firm favourite with the audience.

Cyrus Todiwala is one of Britain’s most respected chefs and a passionate ambassador for Indian cuisine. Born in Mumbai and now based in London, he is the chef-patron of Café Spice Namasté, renowned for its authentic Parsi and regional Indian cooking. With a career spanning over four decades, he is celebrated for championing sustainability, reducing food waste, and educating the next generation of chefs. He’s a regular on our screens from shows such as Great British Menu, Saturday Kitchen, as well as his own series The Incredible Spice Men: Todiwala And Singh (alongside his pal and fellow chef Tony Singh). He combines deep culinary knowledge with infectious enthusiasm, making him hugely popular.

Nicknamed the “Yummy Brummie,” Glynn is chef-patron of Purnell’s, the Michelin-starred restaurant that put Birmingham firmly on the UK’s culinary map. Glynn is one of the UK’s most influential and charismatic chefs, celebrated for his bold flavours and uncompromising approach to modern British cooking. With a career defined by creativity, craftsmanship, and individuality, Glynn is also a familiar television personality and cookbook author. Known for his straight-talking style and infectious energy, he is a hugely engaging presence at food festivals, inspiring audiences with passion, personality, and platefuls of flavour.

Lisa Goodwin-Allen is one of the UK’s most celebrated chefs, renowned for her elegant, produce-led cooking and modern British style. She is the executive chef of Northcote, the Michelin-starred restaurant where she has helped shape its culinary reputation for over two decades. Known for her meticulous technique and deep respect for seasonal ingredients, Lisa has become a leading voice in British gastronomy. A familiar face on television and a passionate mentor to young chefs, she brings warmth, inspiration, and exceptional flavour to every stage she steps onto.

Mark Wogan is a broadcaster, live host and restaurateur with a lifelong connection to radio, music and bringing people together. The son of legendary presenter Sir Terry Wogan, Mark has forged his own path in the industry, known for his warm, engaging style and natural stage presence.

Alongside his work on national radio and at major live events, Mark is also the co-founder of Homeslice Pizza, the much-loved London restaurant brand renowned for its bold flavours and vibrant atmosphere. His passion for hospitality and creating memorable experiences extends far beyond the studio, reflecting his love of great food, great music and great company.

Molly Robbins turns cake into lifelike art! Swapping a career in special effects makeup for sugarcraft, Molly uses her expertise in sculpting and airbrushing to create breathtaking, edible replicas of animals and food. Famous as a featured artist on all four series of Extreme Cake Makers (seen worldwide on Netflix), she is a familiar face at international conventions and demonstrations. In 2022, she opened her own studio, "molly’s," bringing her unique, high-end creations to life.

Richard Bertinet is an internationally respected baker, teacher, and author, renowned for transforming how people understand and work with dough. Born in Brittany and based in the UK, he is the founder of The Bertinet Kitchen, where his hands-on, instinctive approach has inspired thousands of professional and home bakers. Best known for his influential book Dough, Richard is also a familiar face on television and at food festivals worldwide. Passionate, generous, and deeply knowledgeable, he brings infectious energy and mastery of craft to every demonstration and workshop.

Celebrating their fifth year at CarFest, Samantha Evans and Shauna Guinn, the award-winning duo behind Hang Fire BBQ, return to CarFest with their trademark fire-cooked flair. Known for championing authentic global barbecue in the UK, Sam and Shauna have become firm favourites at the festival for their warm hospitality and unrivalled bbq knowledge.

As hosts of the Napoleon Big BBQ Cookout Stage, they bring together some of the best chefs in the country, curating an unmissable programme of live-fire cooking, masterclasses, and fun-filled demonstrations. Expect big personalities, bold dishes, expert knowledge and plenty of laughs along the way.

Shivi Ramoutar is a vibrant chef, food writer, and broadcaster celebrated for her joyful approach to Caribbean cooking. Drawing on her Trinidadian heritage, she creates bold, flavour-packed dishes that honour tradition while embracing modern creativity. Since her appearance on MasterChef, Shivi has been a regular on our screens, making appearances on Saturday Kitchen, This Morning before fronting the series Jimmy and Shivi’s Farmhouse Breakfast, alongside Jimmy Doherty. She’s known for her warmth, energy, and infectious love of spice, giving traditional Caribbean recipes a modern twist and making them family friendly.

Thuy Diem Pham is a bestselling author, chef, and widely recognised authority on Vietnamese cuisine in the UK. Formerly head chef and restaurateur of London’s acclaimed The Little Viet Kitchen, she became known for blending refined restaurant technique with the warmth and soul of home-style Vietnamese cooking. Since stepping beyond her award-winning restaurant, Thuy has captivated audiences at food festivals and on television, including MasterChef UK. She is the author of three cookbooks, the bestselling The Little Viet Kitchen and Vietnamese Made Easy, and her brand new release, One Pan Vietnam. Through her writing, broadcasting, and consultancy work, she continues to make authentic Vietnamese food approachable, vibrant, and deeply personal for today’s cooks.