The master of Asian cooking, Ken Hom, will be dishing up some aromatic treats and signing his latest book at Leekes’ Melksham store, on Tuesday 1st September at 3.30pm.
Ken, now 66, is an American-born Chinese chef and author who rose to fame after publishing his first cookery book, Chinese Technique, in 1981 then landing his own television show in 1983.
He has since made a name for himself across the globe with 36 books, hosted a number of TV series, and launched his own restaurant and cookware.
Matt Gelder, store manager of Leekes Melksham said, “We are delighted that Ken Hom will be joining us at the store. He is renowned for his fragrant dishes, and will certainly be filling the store with tasty aromas on the day. We very much look forward to welcoming people to what is sure to be a truly inspiring and enjoyable experience.”
Ken Hom told Melksham News, “I have never been to Melksham before so this will be a first for me. I am rather thrilled. At Leekes I will show how easy and simple it is to cook healthy, delicious dishes – all done in a wok. I will prepare and cook at least three dishes from scratch in 30 minutes!
“The event is part of a week’s tour throughout the UK. I always look forward to doing a demonstration as it allows me to interact and meet the public. I love talking to people because their questions help me to know what I need to do to explain a technique as clearly as possible.”
All visitors to the store are invited to join Ken Hom for this special demonstration. For those wanting to guarantee a good view, a dedicated VIP seating area is also being created, allowing a limited number of people an even closer look at the latest cooking trends, plus helpful tips and advice.
Tickets for the VIP area cost just £5 each and entitle the holder to a seat in the exclusive VIP area, plus the chance to enjoy a glass of bubbly and sample a few of the tasty treats.
Your ticket will also enable you to purchase a Ken Hom wok on the day and receive the following; £5 off your wok on presentation of your ticket, free Ken Hom cookbook and a meet and greet book signing with the man himself.
To get your hands on one of the 70 VIP tickets for Leekes’ Ken Hom event please visit www.leekes.co.uk or call 0333 222 4120.