Chef Jon’s Live Cooking Demo Recipes at The Great British Farm Fest
Published on 1st May, 2026
Want to learn how you can make the most of British seasonal produce? Our very own food development chef, Jon Coates, will be showing us all how it is done with his British sirloin beef masterclass. He has whipped up three seasonal dishes that really celebrate the best of the British countryside. He reckons that when you start with quality ingredients from our Market Street, half the hard work is already done for you.
You can find all the recipes from his live Farm Fest demo below, so you can tuck in and try them for yourself. They are simple, seasonal, and properly delicious. For more ideas on how to cook with the best of the bunch, take a peek at our seasonal eating guide and see what else is in store.
Steak with Peppercorn Sauce, Chunky Chips & Watercress Salad
Upgrade your next dinner for two with this restaurant-quality sirloin steak recipe. Learn how to cook the perfect steak at home, complete with a rich, homemade peppercorn sauce and a zesty watercress salad. By using a clever microwave-to-air-fryer hack for our chunky chips, you can enjoy a full gastropub experience in just 30 minutes. It’s the ultimate quick and easy steak dinner that doesn't skimp on flavour.
Ready in: 30 mins | Serves: 2
Roast Sirloin with Asparagus Chimmichurri, New Potatoes & Roasted Tomatoes
Celebrate the best of the season with this vibrant roast sirloin dinner. Featuring tender Jersey Royal potatoes and fresh British asparagus, this dish is elevated by a zesty, herb-packed chimichurri sauce recipe. It’s a lighter, modern take on a classic roast beef dinner that’s perfect for alfresco dining or a sophisticated Sunday lunch for two.
Ready in: 35 | Serves: 2
Seared Steak Salad with Blue Cheese, Pecan & Pears
Indulge in a restaurant-style steak salad recipe that perfectly balances sweet, salty, and savoury flavours. This dish pairs juicy, pan-seared sirloin steak with creamy Stilton, crisp pears (or apples), and crunchy caramelised pecans. Finished with a quick-pickled celery for a tangy kick, it’s a sophisticated blue cheese and pear salad that’s impressive enough for guests but easy enough for a 25-minute weeknight treat.
Ready in: 25 | Serves: 2
