The countdown to the 2026 Porthleven Food Festival is officially on, and we’re thrilled to unveil this year’s Chef’s Theatre programme – a weekend packed with oh so much flavour and some of UK’s most exciting culinary talent.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Porthleven’s harbour, the Chef’s Theatre is where food lovers can get up close and personal with the chefs shaping Cornwall’s vibrant food scene. Expect live cooking, expert tips, and plenty of inspiration to take home to your own kitchen.
Friday 24th April
The festival opens with a fantastic line-up of chefs bringing bold ideas and local flavours to the stage:
- 11:00 – Stephane Delourme, Ed Hughes & Henk de Villiers
- 12:00 – Pete Murt & Jude Kereama
- 13:00 – Nick Hemming & Tom Lodge
- 14:00 – Charlie Walters & Callum Lang
- 15:00 – Rose Cant & Eddy Rains
- 16:00 – Stephen Knowles
Saturday 25th April
Saturday turns up the heat with a dynamic mix of returning favourites and new faces:
- 10:30 – Jude Kereama & Anthony Worral Thompson
- 12:00 – Olivia Barry & Andi Tuck
- 13:00 – Tom Brown
- 14:00 – Paul Welburn & Mick Smith
- 15:00 – Guy Owen & Chris Eden
- 16:00 – Ben Palmer
Sunday 26th April
We round off the weekend with a celebration of Cornwall’s rich culinary heritage and rising stars:
- 10:00 – Annie Seabourne & George Morgan
- 11:00 – Hylton Espey & Tim Kendall
- 12:00 – Jamie MacLean
- 13:00 – Rick Toogood & Izzy Joscelyn
Whether you’re a passionate home cook, an industry insider, or simply love great food, the Chef’s Theatre is not to be missed.
