PLATES, Mates And Automobiles is the title of the first touring stage show by TV chef James Martin.

James is celebrating 20 years since he first graced TV screens and won the hearts of the nation.

He promises a fast-paced, interactive and high tech extravaganza packed with his signature cooking demonstrations, surprises and special guests.

The show will be at St George’s Hall, Bradford, on March 8.

James said: “I’ve been cooking live on TV for 20 years now and I felt it was time to do something I’ve never done before that was truly special.

“I’m so excited to be heading out on my first ever tour, doing what I do best but on the big stage.

“I can’t wait to get out there and visit so many great parts of the UK, this show is going to be super cool.

“I’m pulling out my favourite recipes and mixing in plenty of surprises and special guests in what I hope is going to be feast of a live show.”

James Martin began catering college at 16 and went on to open his first restaurant at the age of just 22 years old.

His television career started in 1996 and he’s rarely been off the screen since.

James has become a household favourite, presenting and taking part in some of the nation’s most loved programmes.

His Saturday morning TV show currently attracts viewers in excess of 3.5 million every week.

James is also the author of 15 best-selling and award winning cookbooks as well as being a car and motorbike enthusiast.

In honour to his cooking roots as a pastry chef, James’s new recipe book, Sweet, is out now.

Coming up at St George’s Hall: tribute show ABBA Mania with songs including Mamma Mia and Dancing Queen (Friday February 5), Jack Jones Sings Frank Sinatra (Wednesday February 10), double MOBO Award-winning saxophonist YolaDa Brown with Reggae Love Songs (February 12), Chicago Blues Brothers present Jailbreak Tour with nine-piece live band (February 13) and King Of Pop tribute to Michael Jackson starring Navi (February 18).

Visit bradford-theatres.co.uk or call 01274 432000 to book tickets.