Ainsley Harriott

Chef and television presenter, 'Ready Steady Cook'

Ainsley Harriott - Chef and television presenter, 'Ready Steady Cook'
Born

February 28th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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This individual is a chef and television presenter from England. A successful career in the culinary field includes hosting popular cooking shows and writing several cookbooks. Best recognized for the show 'Ready Steady Cook', which aired from 1994 to 2010. Achieved significant popularity through engaging cooking demonstrations and a charismatic on-screen presence. Also participated in various cooking-related television programs, contributing to the visibility of culinary arts in popular media.

Hosted 'Ready Steady Cook'

Authored multiple cookbooks

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