Make your Father’s Day on Sunday 20th June

 PRESS RELEASE - JUNE 2010

Make your Father’s Day on Sunday 20th June

Not sure what to get your Dad for Fathers Day?  Why not treat him to a fantastic day out at BBC Gardeners' World Live, which returns to the NEC Birmingham from 16-20 June 2010.

Novice or expert?

• Whatever his level of gardening expertise your dad is sure to enjoy the talks and demonstrations in the Gardeners’ World Magazine Theatre from celebrity gardeners such as Toby Buckland, Alan Titchmarsh and Monty Don.
• If he's interested in tasty home-grown fruit, vegetables and herbs then he can put his questions to the experts at Grow Your Own Garden sponsored by NS&I.  
• He'll be inspired by the stunning designs in the Show Gardens and the award winning displays in the RHS Floral Marquee, sponsored by Renault, where over 100 or the UK’s top growers will be exhibiting..
• In the Countryfile Magazine area BBC1’s Countryfile presenters Matt Baker, John Craven, Julia Bradbury and Adam Henson will be on hand to provide all your dad needs to know about exploring the great outdoors.

BBQs and beer...

• It’s not just a day out for gardeners, included in the ticket price is entry to the BBC Summer Good Food Show where your dad will find everything he needs to perfect his summer barbecues.  
• There'll be live cooking demonstrations from top celebrity chefs including the Hairy Bikers and James Martin in the Summer Kitchen, sponsored by Sainsbury’s, along with the theatre host, Saturday Kitchen’s favourite wine guru Olly Smith.
• He'll be able to sample refreshing wines and cool cocktails in the Drinks Section.  
• And for beer fans, Tasting Beers Live will be returning to the Show (Friday – Sunday) showcasing brews from around the world.

Does your dad like a challenge?

• New for 2010 - The MasterChef Experience was a huge success at the London and Birmingham Good Food Shows last November and now it's coming to the BBC Summer Good Food Show, this year sponsored by Miele.
• Dads can pick up tips top chefs from the series in the Masterclasses, watch live cook-offs and he can even show off his culinary skills in the Invention Test where his cooking will be judged by John Torode and Gregg Wallace (Fri, Sat, and Sun).

Make his day extra special….Book lunch in the MasterChef Restaurant. For a fabulous fine dining experience featuring dishes inspired by contestants from the TV programme.  Or book a table in the Toque D’Or competition restaurant for a fantastic 3-course meal prepared by chefs of the future.

P.S. Check travel conditions before your journey with the Highways Agency http://www.highways.gov.uk 

Book now on 0844 581 1339 or go to www.bbcgardenersworldlive.com to give your dad the father’s day treat he deserves

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