HARVEST KITCHEN FOOD DEMOS
FRIDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER
WELCOME TO THE HARVEST KITCHEN
11:00 - 11:30
A short warm welcome and introduction to the festival demo stage with Culinary Director Keith Boyle
THE FUTURE OF FOOD LEADERS
11:30 - 12:30
David Gilroy and Keith Boyle talk with Laura Heverin of Abbey Community College in Ferrybank and her Home Economics and Leaving Cert Applied Classes on the future of food and the interest in joining the hospitality sector
HOPE CUDDIHY
(The Reg Bar & Restaurant)
12:45 - 13:45
The first of our live chefs demo with Hope Cuddihy Head Chef of the Reg Bar and Restaurant. The youngest ever head chef of The Reg, Hope will demonstrate one of their signature dishes while chatting to us about her culinary background and passion for local produce.
ALEX DE COSTA
“Tiramisu De Costa Family”
14:00 - 15:00
A Taste of Rome in Waterford, Come watch Alex de Costa as he celebrates Roma Cuisine and tells us all about setting up his Osteria in Johnstown Industrial Estate and how he has moved from foodtruck to permanent premises.
SUSTAINABILTY MATERS
15:15 - 15:45
An informal talk with David Gilroy and Keith Boyle on all thigs sustainable and why it is so important to us as a festival to be Green
RICARDO NIKOLAC
"The Art of Viennoiserie”
16:00 - 16:45
Venezuelan Born Ricardo Nikolac Owner and Chef of The Pink Box Artisan Bakery will be onstage to showcase his vienoisserie magic. Vienoisserie is the art of lamination so watch Ricardo make the most amazing croissants, Danishes and tri colour pastries that will leave you speechless.
LUIS MARTIN (Mara)
17:00 - 17:45
Acclaimed Chef Luis Martin from award winning restaurant Mara on O’ Connell Street will wow onlookers with his technical dishes steeped in Spanish Influence.
NATURES BUSINESS MODEL AND BIODYNAMIC AGRICULTURE
18:00 - 18:30
An immersive talk with David Dennison from Viking Irish Drinks and Joe.ie on wine making and vegetable gardening.
TAKEAWAY TAKEOVER
18:30 - 19:30
Come and Meet Chef Son Hai Thanh from Bun Cha Journey and Chef Muhanad Nassif of Lybian Delights as they share their culinary heritage , showcase their love for Irish products and let people sample the fruits of their homeland while showing the people of Waterford how lucky we are to have such a diverse food culture in the city.
DAVID FOSKIN
“Sunny South Yeast”
19:30 - 20:30
Come and meet David one half of the duo behind Sunny South Yeast Bakery. David will be talking and demonstrating the art of sourdough baking and “The Rise” in popularity sourdough has become in the city.
David will show the techniques behind the process, show how to make the ultimate sourdough sandwiches and how to use up day old bread in a alternative dishes.
SATURDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER
TASTE WATERFORD
11:00 - 17:30
See cooking demos, hear food stories, bag a giveaway, and enjoy delicious tastings with our members and guests – an unforgettable experience celebrating Co. Waterford’s food and drink.
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FIND OUT MORE
SOMETHING FISHY
With Liam Burke and Keith Boyle
17:30 - 19:00
Local Legend Liam Burke from Billy Burkes Fish Shop on Ballybricken in Waterford joins Culinary Director Keith Boyle onstage to talk about sustainable fishing while showcasing some of the wonderful species we have here on our shores.
Liam will show how to prepare each fish properly while Keith teaches some easy culinary techniques to enhance the flavours of the catch. One not to be missed
SUNDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER
ALISTAI "JD" JEJE
Socafro Kitchen
11:00 - 11:45
Join JD the passionate force behind Socafro Kitchen. A master in blending Afro Caribbean Flavours, JD brings authenticity and fun to every dish .To quote the man himself “When you step into JD’s world your in for a genuine taste of culture, warmth and excitement.”
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SMOKIN SOUL
BBQ Pitmasters
12:00 - 12:45
Pat and Jim from Smokin Soul in Wexford are to Barbecuing as Muhammed Ali was to boxing, true legends. Come and learn the art of fire management, smoking, direct grill cooking and much more.
From the novice griller to the back garden pitmaster Pat and Jim will answer all your questions. Come Hungry
MICHELIN MAGIC
with Tom Phelan
13:00 - 13:45
Michelin Star pastry chef Tom Phelan joins the Harvest Fest Stage this year. Tom runs the pastry section at the Lady Helen Restaurant in Mount Juliet. Expect beautiful desserts, wonderful pastries and tips and techniques for the home baker to elevate your skills.
COLOURING COMPETITION
Winner Announcement
13:45 - 14:00
Who will Win!?
HARVEST FETIVAL JUNIOR MASTERCHEF
14:00 - 15:00
Kindly sponsored by ElectroCity Waterford and Kenwoods, The Harvest Festival Junior Masterchef Competition will see 2 local budding chefs cook off against each other under the watchful eyes of chefs Tom Phelan and Keith Boyle to see who will be crowned Harvest Festivals Junior Master Chef 2025.
THE SCIENS OF FOOD & WINE PAIRING
Stephen McCardle & Morgan Vanderkamer
15:15 - 16:00
Award Winning Couple Stephen and Morgan the duo behind Union Wine Bar and Kitchen will explore the science behind matching the perfect dish with the perfect wine.
THE BLIIND LEADING THE BLIND
16:25 - 17:00
Lets see how some of Waterford’s culinary wizards can get on when we test their knowledge on how food tastes when we take away one of their scenes . 5 of Waterford finest chefs will be blindfolded and given 3 different food items to taste, they will need to decipher this by taste only. Who will be crowned Waterford’s Finest Pallet , come and watch and find out.
HOMETOWN HERO Paul Power
17:00 - 18:00
Known throughout the city for his kitchen magic and for heading some of Waterford’s Finest restaurants including The Ship in Dunmore East, O Gradys on the Cork Road and the original Chez K’s Paul Power is now the chef and owner of Moytura at The Riverside in Cross Co Mayo. We look forward to hear about Pauls new venture and to see him cook again in his home city.