The British are embracing baking like never before, it's become one of our biggest growing trends and to celebrate this, the UK's first baking exhibition, The Cake and Bake Show launches at Earls Court in September. The show, which runs on the 22nd and 23rd September 2012, offers something for everyone with an array of features that will appeal to home bakers and professionals alike.
The Sud de France Festival, celebrating the Mediterranean flavours of Languedoc-Roussillon - the largest wine-producing region of France - returns to the capital for the fourth year in a row, running from 11th - 29th June. Events including wine tastings, cooking classes, masterclasses, a presence at Taste of London and a boules tournament, will take place across the city during the three weeks of festivities, as well as promotions in retailers nationwide.
Sixty-four recipes. Fifty-six bakeries. Seven delicious categories. Only one crown... British Baker magazine has announced the names of the bakeries competing to be crowned National Cupcake Champion 2012. This year's competition for professional bakers - home based, retail and manufacturers - attracted double the number of entries compared with previous years.
On Father's Day Sunday 17th June, why not treat your dad to a delicious Sunday Roast for free at Vinopolis, London's premier taste experience. This Father's Day, micro-brewery gastro pub Brew Wharf, which sources ingredients fresh from Borough Market each day, will be featuring an exclusive set menu, created by in house catering team 'Vinum'.
Racegoers will be spoilt for culinary choice at the pinnacle event of the summer season. For five days only Tuesday 19th June to Saturday 23rd June 2012 iconic British institution, Ascot Racecourse, will offer racegoers and food connoisseurs alike, the opportunity to indulge in an array of exquisite menus, each specially created in honour of the Royal Meeting.
Trooping The Colour celebrates the Sovereign's official birthday - even though the actual date is on the 21st April. It has traditionally been held in June to try and enjoy better weather but unfortunately with the recent reports forecasting gale force winds we can only hope for a small reprieve on the 16th June 2012, when this year's Trooping The Colour is due to take place!
