The famous chef dropped into the Yorkshire Agricultural Society’s Farmhouse Breakfast event, part of national Farmhouse Breakfast Week, which ends on Saturday (28 JANUARY).
Everything from Ukrainian Cossacks to Wensleydale cheese and fabulous fashion will be on the agenda for the 2012 Great Yorkshire Show, as well as thousands of the country's finest animals.
Undoubtedly one of the biggest artists in the world, Elton John and his band will bring their unforgettable live show to Harrogate for one special night next summer.
Exciting and rewarding opportunities in the farming sector await bright young people, BBC Countryfile presenter and farmer, Adam Henson told teachers and careers advisors in Yorkshire.
The necessity of attracting bright, intelligent young people into rural industries, including farming, will be highlighted at a conference to be held at Askham Bryan College next month.