John Whaite is a British cook, author, content creator, and TV presenter. He gained fame in 2012 as the winner of The Great British Bake Off. Since then, he has worked in various studio kitchens, serving as a regular presenter and chef on Steph's Packed Lunch, co-presenting ITV's Chopping Block, and presenting Channel 4's Food Unwrapped. In 2021, he participated in Strictly Come Dancing as part of the first all-male couple, reaching the final.
John has authored five cookbooks, including Comfort: Food to Soothe the Soul, which was recognised as a Book of the Year by BBC Radio 4's Food Programme. His memoir, Dancing on Eggshells: Kitchen, Ballroom & the Messy Inbetween, was published in 2023. He has contributed regularly to The Daily Telegraph and Delicious Magazine and has created recipes for Waitrose's online platforms. In 2024, he returned to baking with the launch of Ruff Puff Brownies.
John is available for workshops and live demonstrations, which are popular at food festivals across the UK. To book him for your next event, contact the PepTalk team.
Want to book John Whaite for your next event?
Email john.whaite@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to John Whaite directly.
What topics does John Whaite specialise in?
John Whaite specialises in talking about baking, cookbook writing, television presenting and more.
What is John Whaite's speaking style like?
John's delivery style is warm and engaging, captivating audiences with his enthusiasm and expertise. His demonstrations are highly praised, making him a sought-after presenter at food festivals across the UK. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does John Whaite offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, John Whaite offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.