An evening with Jon Watts

Join us on Thursday 21st August at 7pm, when we'll be joined by the Number 1 Sunday Times bestselling author and highly acclaimed, hit chef, Jon Watts!

We'll be celebrating the publication of Jon's latest cook book, Speedy Comfort, when Jon will be in conversation with the founder of Vintage Kitchen, Chris Savidge, before answering questions from the audience and signing copies of his books.

Ticket are £8 standard admission or £25 incluing a copy of Speedy Comfort (rrp £22). Tickets are non-refundable and if you can't make the event and would like to reserve a signed/ dedicated copy of the book, please do get in touch.

This event is being held at West Kirby United Reformed Church, a short walk from the bookshop and West Kirby Train Station.

The Church is wheelchair accessible and if you have any other queries in regards to accessibility, parking, or the format of the event, email hello@thewestkirbybookshop.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

About Speedy Comfort:

Super easy recipes that are both comforting and speedy!

Chef Jon Watts has become a no.1 bestseller with a huge following thanks to his recipes which cut out unnecessary steps and time for home cooks. In this book he takes his Speedy recipes to the next level with cosy comfort food that takes no time at all.

Speedy Comfort shares over 80 delicious and comforting recipes, from the classics like Mac and Cheese to bold flavours like Popcorn Chicken Katsu. While comfort food is traditionally slow to make, every recipe in Speedy Comfort will be on your plate in 30 minutes or less. Chapters include Family Feasts; Old School (Nostalgia); Easy Dinners; Weekend Treats; Cosy Traybakes; Healthy Comforts and Puddings.

Jon includes fan favourites like One Pan Baked Butter Chicken as well as new treats like Spiced Salmon Traybake. There are also healthy (and still comforting) options like Pad Thai, as well as decadent puds like Baileys and Chocolate Mousse. This book brings us many tasty, filling and super comforting meals, whilst remailing affordable and fuss-free.

About Jon Watts:

Jon Watts is a professional chef, recipe creator, and influential social media chef. His first book with Bloomsbury, Speedy Weeknight Meals, was a no.1 Sunday Times bestseller on launch.After getting into serious trouble as a teenager, Jon was sentenced to six and a half years in a young offenders’ institute. He was determined not to fall into the vicious cycle of reoffending, so he took on every opportunity he could to learn and develop. He picked up cooking and was the first person in custody to achieve all three Duke of Edinburgh awards.

After leaving, he secured a job at one of Jamie Oliver’s restaurants before embarking on his own projects. Jon has gained national exposure through his social media profile and TV appearances. Away from cooking, Jon uses his story to inspire a range of audiences, from businesses to at-risk young people. He can be found on social media, @jonwatts88.

About Chris Savidge:

Chris Savidge loves a cook book, and with a thirty year career in the hospitality industry- including his new business venture, Vintage Kitchen- he knows good food inside out. Always ready to embrace a hardback with glossy photos, Chris is delighted to be chatting with Chef Jon Watts about his passion for food and exciting new book.