Super fans sweep to Sanderson Arcade to meet Rick Stein
6 November 2023
Hundreds of copies of Rick Stein’s newest book flew off the shelves at Waterstones in Morpeth on Friday which were then signed by the celebrity chef himself.
The famous chef, TV presenter and author came to Morpeth to
promote and sign his new cookbook, Simple Suppers, which shares a brand-new
collection of 120 easy recipes.
Waterstones Store Manager, Caroline Dominey, said: “It was
fantastic to see so many people visit the store and brave the long queues in
the cold to meet Rick Stein.
“We are very grateful to Rick Stein and his publishing team
for joining us at our Morpeth store and hope to announce further book signing
events in the near future.
“Copies of the book are still available at the store priced
at £28.”
Super fans of the chef turned out in their droves including Nicola
Robson from Whalton who brought a Rick Stein cookbook her mum had signed 26
years ago in Newcastle to be re-signed alongside her new copy.
Rick Stein fan, Andie Cowan from Ellington also turned up at
the store with a specially chosen outfit picked out to match the front cover of
the book.
Husband and wife, Steven and Victoria Roper, asked the
celebrity chef to dedicate their copy of Simple Suppers to their 16-week baby,
Charlotte, who experienced her first celebrity meet and greet.
Mum, Mini Robinson, queued for just over an hour with her
two little girls. Luna now aged two was soothed as a baby by Rick Stein’s voice
on TV according to her Auntie Chelle.
Foodie fans were then able to enjoy special Rick Stein
dishes on the menu at Barluga and browsing the Le Creuset homeware range at
Sandersons Boutique department store.
Centre Manager at Sanderson Arcade, Lottie Thompson, said:
“We’ve had a spectacular week here at Sanderson Arcade with crowds turning up
to enjoy our Nightmare Before Christmas event on Halloween and Friday’s book
signing at Waterstones.
“We hope everyone enjoyed this week’s events and managed to
browse our lovely stores to get some early Christmas present ideas. Keep an eye
on our website and social media pages for upcoming Black Friday deals and more
free community events and festive entertainment.”
For more information about the event and to see what else is
coming up at Sanderson Arcade visit www.sandersonarcade.co.uk.
ENDS
Pictures show:
(L-R) Steven Roper, Victoria Roper and 16 week Charlotte Roper
(red top) Andie Cowan
(blue coat) Nicola Robson
(L-R) Mini Robinson with Luna Robinson (2 years) and Ingrid Robinson (4 years)
Rick Stein
For further information, contact:-
Public Relations Department, Dransfield Properties Ltd
Tel: 01226 360644
Email: admin@dransfield.co.uk