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An Olympic performance Dave! - November 2007

Dave is pictured here with the future of british sport!  Yes, Dave was asked to work with young athletes who are training hard in a bid to reach the London Olympics in 2012. Dave explains "What a terrific day. Everyone understood how important it is to balance healthy eating with regular exercise, I simply had to provide them with easy recipes from various food groups in their diet.  I hope my recipes help the athletes achieve their dream in London...Good luck!"

Expo Coach is up and running! - October 2007

With the support of The Co-operative, Expo coach was officially put through it's paces in Barrow, Cumbria.  An event hosted by The Co-operative with an emphasis on family wellbeing.  Expo Chef believes it is important for families to understand that eating healthy food has to be matched with regular fitness.  The event was a huge success and Expo Coach will be looking to support the chefs at future events.  Well done coach Dave (not the chef!) for an excellent workout and sharing your passion for fitness with us all...see you soon! 

The first childrens food festival - July 2007

Expo Chef was delighted to be asked to present at the first Childens food festival in Oxfordshire. Both Mark and Dave attended and were both suitably impressed....even bumping into some famous culinary faces...like Sophie Grigson and Raymond Blanc. Mark says "The event was fantastic, with absolutely every effort put into inspiring children to enjoy food. This is something much needed and I truly hope that the festival can now be an annual event"

"What's cooking Dave?" - July 2007

Expo Chef has been fortunate enough to be involved with the "What's Cooking?" project.  Dave says "I cannot underestimate what a superb project this is, and it is clear that the children have learned and worked together in a way I have seen before.  Fantastic!"

Co-op "kick off" in Scotland - July 2007

Mark is now embarking on a UK project for The Co-operative Group.  Mark says "The Healthy Living" events are exciting road shows targeting families to emphasise healthy eating, being "good with food" and wellbeing.  The events will be run across eight regions around the UK.  The first event kicked off in Scotland and it was a huge success.  A big thank you to the scottish team for all their support.  The Co-op have had a purpose built kitchen deisgned for the events and I have to say would give most TV studio sets a run for their money...it is superb"

"TV and a Juice Booster!" - June 2007

July will see mark appear in an infomercial for the JML Juice Booster which was filmed for channel 631 in London earlier this month.  Mark says "Infomercials are something new to me.  I am used to cameras being around, but nothing can quite prepare you for shooting a commercial!  It  was great fun, filmed in front of a live studio audience but a long day, by the end of which I could hardly string a sentence together! (yes even me!).   I promote fruit and vegetables everyday so to be able  to demonstrate this on TV was brilliant.  Thank you to Rosemary at Celebrity Chefs UK and JML who set up this great opportunity"

Northern Ireland debut - May 2007

Expo Chef made their debut in Northern Ireland this month when The Co-operative group invited Mark to perform at the famous Balmoral Show, Belfast.  Mark says "I had never even visited Belfast before, but the people really made me feel welcome.  Some 75,000 people visited the show which definately makes this the biggest event I have been involved with! As you can see people helped me cook, were invloved with the show and as you would expect were up for "the crack"! A big thank you to everyone at The Co-operative Group" 

Darras Hall for Mr Hall! - May 2007

Those of you who watched Master Chef goes large will know that Daves passion is using local produce in his cooking.  Well there was only one man for the job when Expo Chef won a tender with Castle Morpeth Council to provide roadshows to their local food markets!  Dave says "The markets are fantastic and the food is superb.  I hope my demonstrations can help local people understand how easy it is to cook fresh ingredients and increases the number of people who actually purchase local produce.  Personally, I  spend a small fortune at the events...I simply can't resist!"

Saltwell went well! - April 2007

Expo Chef was delighted to have been asked back to Saltwell Park by Gateshead Council.  David who fronted the two day event says "This was my first event in Gateshead and I have never seen such an eager audience...either my food was that good or no-one has breakfast in Gateshead!.  Great couple of days with lots of interest about healthy eating"

Expo Chef "double act!" - April 2007

Mark and David were both in action at Eldon Sqaure demonstrating for the "Cook, eat and enjoy" event.  The event had top chefs from around the region cooking their signature dishes.  Mark says "I have been lucky enough to have been involved with The Summer Sizzle events in recent years, but this was something different.  Good banter between the chefs and the crowd really took an interest in the food"  Dave says "It was a terrific event, the crowds were great with the biggest compliment being that my plates of food were left empty...as you can see!"

Expo Chef...creates waves! - April 2007

Expo Chef continues to work with athletes in the Teesside area, but this time Mark was in for a surprise when he demonstrated at The Castlegate Quay Watersports Centre, Stockton.  Mark says "The organiser asked me if I would like to take a speed boat for a spin..well I did not need asking twice.  It was great fun and it really cleared my head for the afternoon session!" 

The Co-op...generation game! - April 2007

Expo Chef continues to work with The Co-op across the country promoting both the healthy eating and fairtrade messages. Mark says "The great thing about The Co-op is that they are passionate about educating their members and communities about both healthy eating and fairtrade awareness. The other great thing is that it brings all generations together...

...with even the youngest of children being involved trying the food!"

Expo Chef "nose" what healthy food is! - March 2007

Red Nose Day 2007...Mmm...enough said!  Expo Chef was involved with a family healthy eating day in Stockton, Teesside.  Mark says "The day was great with a lot of parents attending, which was very encouraging.  I can also assure you that the strawberry I have placed on my nose was NOT used in the demonstration!"

Turning science into tasty food?! - March 2007

Expo Chef has partnered Tees Active Limited to help deliver the healthy eating message to the Teesside region.  This fantastic partnership includes interactive shows with schools, families and also young athletes. Mark is excited about the events, and says "This project is excellent.  Tees Active are passionate about making their community healthy and it is great to see so many parents wanting to be invovled.  Working with elite young athletes is a different challenge for Expo Chef, as they naturally keep fit, are in good physical shape and understand nutrition.  However, turning scientific knowledge of nutrition into a tasty plate of healthy food is the aim! It is wonderul to see so many young people responding to the challenge with every attendee interacting, tasting new food and taking simple cooking ideas back to training camps and their homes"

ExpoChef and MasterChef go large! - March 2007

Photograph supplied by JL Photographics

Expo Chef is delighted to introduce you to their latest chef, David Hall.  David made contact with Expo Chef and it was clear from the start that he was simply passionate about food.  David also got "the taste" of the small screen when he appeared on this series Master Chef goes large on BBC2.  His first appearance is February 26th....so take a look at 6.30pm!  David says "To be working with Expo Chef is fantastic.  I am excited that I will be talking about and demonstrating my passion for food and healthy eating to the community.  I hope to see many news faces at the shows over the coming months".

ExpoChef supported by "BIG MAC"!? - Feb 2007

Photograph supplied by JL Photographics

Expo Chef presenter Mark Earnden had the pleasure of meeting ex Newcastle United star Malcom MacDonald.  Super Mac even commented on the food by saying "The food is great and healthy too....what a bonus!".  Mark was delighted with the comments "He was was such a friendly fella.  He talked to everyone at the event and even took time out to sign photographs which I will look to auction off for charity.  A big thank you to this legend"

The Co-op and ExpoChef team up again - Feb 2007 

Expo Chef is delighted to announce that the regional sponsorship has been to extended to a national agreement as Mark Earnden officially becomes The Co-op's "Community Chef". 

Photograph supplied by JL Photographics

Mark says "Firstly, I would like to thank The Co-op for their cointinued support.  This is an exciting opportunity which will involve me travelling the UK and Ireland and working with the Co-op brand to deliver key healthy eating messages to their members, customers and the community"

"Certificate of Achievement" - Jan 2007

Expo Chef is delighted to be launching the "Certificate of Achievement" for school children who make a big effort with healthy eating.  Many councils are taking up the challenge with the award offering the chance for many schools to win some fantastic prizes.  Mark says "I would like to reward those people who have made an extra effort with healthy eating.  It could be eating more fruit and vegetables or perhaps they are bringing a healthy packed lunch to school.  Plus you are entered into a prize draw...simply for eating the right food...it could not be easier!"  Why not nominate someone for the award

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Helping families to eat healthy - Nov 2006

Mark was challenged yet again by The Chronicle Newspaper!  This time it was "to cook up a healthy meal for a Tyneside family"...and for them to enjoy the food!  Mark says "Schools are making a real effort to educate pupils about healthy food and improving school dinners, but what happens when they go home.  I think it is vital to give as much help to parents and encourage the fact that cooking can be for the whole family"   The evening was a huge success with a BIG thumbs up to the food...phew!

EXPO Chef models latest fashion! - Oct 2006

Mark was challenged by The Chronicle Newspaper and Burtons to "get out of his whites" and model this season's new colours! Mark says "It was great fun to do, as I don't often have the time to shop for clothes.  All readers will be pleased to know that I will not be giving up the day job...just yet! I would also like to express my thanks to Burtons, The Chronicle and Bar Beyond for all their help"

Gateshead Leisure Centre - October 2006

This waas a great family fun day with plenty going on all day.  Mark says "The day was fantastic with plenty going on all day.  For me the highlight was seeing so many school children, who had seen the show in their schools, bringing their parents along to learn"

Alnwick Food festival - Sep 2006

EXPO Chef, Mark Earnden and Story-Tales, Adam Bushnell were promoting healthy eating, signing copies of their new book and generally having a fun time at this fantastic food event.  Mark says "The food festival was brilliant and really brought local produce and chefs together.  Adam and I had excellent audiences both in numbers and particpation and the children loved the new book"

EXPO Chef's first book is published - Sep 2006

"Mark and the Dragon" is a healthy eating fairytale!  Thanks to the Co-op and Adam Bushnell, the book emphasises the healthy eating message in a fun and creative way.  Mark says "The book is targeted at young children and their response to the actual healthy eating theme has been brilliant.  There is information in the book that the parents can also use to make a healthy lifestyle much easier for their family"

150,000 people have now seen the show! - Sep 2006

EXPO Chef is delighted to reveal that over the past 12 months the show has been seen by a staggering 150,000 people across the North East of England.  Mark says "I know I had cooked a lot of food and spoke to many people, but this figure is truly amazing"

 Summer sizzle event - August 2006 

 ...............The Summer Sizzle Roadshow! 

Eldon Square, Newcastle hosted this annual roadshow with EXPO Chef once again taking centre stage at this healthy eating event.  Mark says "This year was fantastic with lots of the public engaging with the show and tasting the food.  I would like to thank everyone who helped put on this fantastic event".

Gateshead flower show - July 2006

EXPO Chef was delighted to have been asked to attend this huge event put on by Gateshead Council.  Mark says "The weather was great, the venue was superb and the audience were not bad either!  I have been overwhelmed by the response from the attendees with kind emails and many expressing an interest in healthy eating.  Excellent!"

EXPO Chef wins regional award - July 2006

EXPO Chef was delighted to win the regional award "Named and Famed" in recognition of work in the community.  Mark says "I am humbled by this award, especially as the community voted for the winner.  I would like to thank everyone who voted.  I hope I can carry on being a good ambassador in the community of the North East".  The award was presented to Mark at Sunderland FC, Stadium of light.

EXPO Chef films for the BBC news - June 2006

EXPO Chef appeared on the BBC 6 oclock news as part of their "Special report".  The filming took place at Wyndham Primary School, Newcastle.  Thank you to everyone at the school who helped on the day, and who made the whole experience a lot of fun.  Keep up the good healthy eating work!

EXPO Chef at Tiger Tiger, Newcastle - May 2006

Mark Earnden appeared at a ladies "World Cup Widows" evening at Tiger Tiger, Newcastle....and survived!  The event helped raise £5,000 for Just for Kids charity.  Well done to everyone who attended....great effort! 

EXPO Chef live on BBC Radio - May 2006 

Tune into The Dave Porter Show on May 14th.  EXPO Chef, Mark Earnden will be appearing on the live phone in between 9am - 12 noon.  Tune in and pick up the phone to chat with The EXPO Chef!

n-e-life.com sponsor EXPO Chef - April 06

EXPO Chef is delighted to be sponsored by n-e-life.com.  This regional web site provides the community, businesses and visitors everything they need to know about the North East.

Tyne Tees to film EXPO Chef - March 06

Tyne Tees Television will be filming EXPO Chef at a Gateshead School, one year after Jamie Oliver visited our regions schools.  EXPO Chef will be filmed and aired on 29th March..........hope you enjoy!......Please let us know your thoughts by contacting us

 Ambassador for schools - March 06

EXPO Chef is delighted to now be a business ambassador to schools across the North East.  EXPO Chef will deliver the healthy eating message and link the shows to business and enterprise to pupils who are budding entrepreneurs.  Any school interested in healthy eating and enterprise please contact EXPO Chef on 0191 490 9420

EXPO Chef meets Cherie Blair - March 06

Photography by Doug Hall of i2i Photography, courtesy of Gateshead Council

EXPO Chef had the pleasure of meeting the prime ministers wife at The Elgin Centre, Deckham.  Mark has worked with Community Cafe T-Junction at Route 26 developing a healthy eating menu for its community.  T-Junction now offer a pioneering healthy buffet service together with an attractive lunch menu at the cafe itself, which is located at the heart of the Elgin Centre and Sure Start Deckham.  Mark is delighted to have had the opportunity to chat with our special guest and to learn that she was impressed with both the menu and the presentation of the food......phew!  Well done  T-Junction! 

One year on after Jamie Oliver visited schools! - Feb 06

EXPO Chef, Mark Earnden, has carried on the good work that Jamie Oliver did in raising awareness of healthy eating in our schools.  The full story will be appearing in the Evening Chronicle. 

The Co-op sponsor EXPO Chef  - Feb 06

EXPO Chef is delighted to have received sponsorship from The CO-OP.  Mark says "The  CO-OP is a perfect partnership in helping to deliver the healthy eating message in the community.  The CO-OP are proactive in the community and support such programmes as the successful "5 A-Day" project and Fair Trade initiative.  I am looking forward to working with the  CO-OP on many healthy eating initiatives over the next 12 months"

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