Chefs including a MasterChef winner and judge will descend on Sussex as part of an effort to raise money charity.

The meals, which are set to provide an “unforgettable culinary experience”, will offer diners the chance to sample some of the best food in the UK.

They will  be held at a variety of venues between March 6 and March 12, including Gravetye Manor in East Grinstead, etch in Hove and The Pass at South Lodge Hotel in Horsham,

With 11 Michelin stars between them, chefs joining in the experience include Matt Abe from Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, Nick Beardshaw from Tom Kerridge’s Bar and Grill and Tom Barnes from L’Enclume, named the best restaurant in the country in 2022.

Also taking part will be MasterChef winner Steveb Edwards, at etch, and judge Anna Haugh.

The guest chefs will join the resident chefs at each venue to provide "stunning" menus.

Jessica Aggarwal, co-founder of the Table Talk Foundation which the events will raise money for, said: “Join us in making a difference and supporting the future of food education and the hospitality industry.

“Your support through purchasing tickets to the Sussex Showcase week or participating in our online auction will help Table Talk Foundation provide the resources and opportunities necessary for children to develop healthy eating habits and for the hospitality industry to thrive. Let's work together to create a better future for all.”

Tickets to the Sussex Showcase begin from £170 per person, with proceeds going towards the Table Talk Foundation.

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The charity’s work includes providing food education to children in Sussex and supporting the hospitality industry.

Projects previously supported by the foundation include building a training kitchen at Plumpton Agricultural College and giving students access to catering equipment.

The foundation is also offering an online auction, with prizes ranging from meals at Michelin starred restaurants and bottles of wine from Sussex vineyards.

Tickets for the dining event can be found on the Table Talk Foundation website.