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Taste of Christmas offers the opportunity to witness world-class chefs performing cookery demonstrations; the chance to dine from some of London's top restaurants; plus food and wine producers offering the perfect foodie gifts this Christmas. But why add some sparkle to your day out with a VIP Ticket?

A Taste of Christmas 2011 VIP ticket included:

  • Fast track entry to the event: Avoid the queues and pass smoothly into Taste of Christmas - simply flash your VIP entry badge
  • Unlimited access to the VIP lounge: Take a break from the show floor and relax in your own private lounge after a fruitful day of shopping and tastings
  • A complimentary glass of bubbly on arrival: Enjoy a drink on us in your exclusive private bar
  • VIP chef Q&As: Take part in Q&As with some of the top chefs appearing at Taste
  • Priority seating in the AEG Taste Theatre: See all the celebrity chefs demonstrating their cooking skills - up-close and personal 
  • A Taste Recipe Book (worth £10):Take a piece of Taste home with you with recipes from some of our top restaurants
  • A complimentary Event Guide: Find out everything about Taste with our event-guide, available for collection at the entrance.
  • £20 of Crowns (dining currency): Splash out on whatever takes your fancy. Whether this is by eating from one of London's top restaurants, purchasing your favourite ingredients, or buying gifts even the most dedicated foodie would appreciate
  • Plus: Access to all theatre sessions, tastings, demonstrations, masterclasses, Taste restaurants and the boutique food market


Check out the timetable below to see what else went on in the VIP Lounge. For the latest Taste updates and ticket offers, sign up to the newsletter.


Friday 2nd December

11.45 - 12.00 - Glengoyne Tasting
Award-winning Highland Single Malt Whiskey 

1.30 - 1.45 - Q&A with Francesco Mazzei
This hugely experienced Calabrian chef brings southern Italian cuisine to London.

2.30 - 2.45 - Q&A with William Curley
Award-winning British Patissier and Chocolatier.

2.45 - 3.00 - Amarula Cream Liqueur Tasting
Exotic South African cream liqueur made using the fruit of the African Marula tree which is blended with the finest fresh cream

3.45 - 4.00 - Glengoyne Tasting
Award-winning Highland Single Malt Whiskey

Saturday 3rd December

11.45 - 12.00 - Glengoyne Tasting
Award-winning Highland Single Malt Whiskey

12.45 - 1.00 - Q&A with Gary Rhodes & Richard Fox
Rhodes' influence on the emergence of new British cooking is hard to quantify.

1.45 - 2.00 - Amarula Cream Liqueur Tasting
Exotic South African cream liqueur made using the fruit of the African Marula tree which is blended with the finest fresh cream

2.00 - 2.15 - Q&A with Rachel Allen
Rachel's food reflects the demands of her own lifestyle, producing simply food classics with her own individual spin.

3.45 - 4.00 - Glengoyne Tasting
Award-winning Highland Single Malt Whiskey

Sunday 4th December

11.45 - 12.00 - Glengoyne Tasting
Award-winning Highland Single Malt Whiskey

1.30 - 1.45 - Q&A with Antony Worrall Thompson
The hugely popular TV chef brings his years of experience to impress at Taste once again.

2.00 - 2.15 - Amarula Cream Liqueur Tasting
Exotic South African cream liqueur made using the fruit of the African Marula tree which is blended with the finest fresh cream

2.30 - 2.45 - Q&A with Aldo Zilli
Celebrity TV chef Aldo specialises in Italian cuisine.

3.00 - 3.15 - Glengoyne Tasting
Award-winning Highland Single Malt Whiskey







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