A CELEBRITY chef put a smile on the face of two slimming consultants. Sharon Painter and Kathryn Applegate enjoyed a cuddle with Ainsley Harriot at Slimming World's annual awards ceremony.

The chance meeting topped off a fantastic year for the pair who hold sessions at Toothill Community Centre, Even Swindon Community Centre, Rodbourne and Brookfield Primary School in Shaw.

"Ainsley has an infectious personality," said Sharon, 36, of Moredon. "We were all laughing the moment he entered the building.

"He thought our slimmers looked fabulous he was even asking them for healthy eating tips and recipes."

Kathryn, 39, of Selby Crescent, Freshbrook, said they were now looking forward to helping others during the year.

Ainsley, who co-hosted the awards event in Birmingham, said: "It was great to meet such inspirational and warm people who share a passion for food as much as I do."