The Hairy Bikers ' Si King has shared an update on his close friend Dave Mylers' ongoing cancer battle.
The much-loved celebrity chef, 55, presented a cookery demonstration at Bolton Food and Drink Festival, and while he was on-stage giving a live demonstration, Si shared some insight into Dave's cancer battle.
Dave, 64, went public about his diagnosis in May, but hasn't revealed the type of cancer he has. He has been supported by his close pal Si throughout his journey.
Si appeared on stage alongside TV presenter Jenny Powell, after Dave was forced to pull out of the festival appearance due to his health battle.. While he was on stage, Si thanked those in attendance for their support and reassured the crowds that Dave 'in the trenches' but that he is 'getting there'.
"I just wanted to say, from Dave and I, thank you so so very much for all of the goodwill and support, all the messages really do not go unnoticed," Si told the crowd.
"He's doing canny but as you appreciate he's right in the trenches of it all at the minute but he's getting there, thank God", the Manchester Evening News reported.
Dave revealed the news of his cancer diagnosis on an episode of the pair's Agony Uncles podcast back in May.
At the time, the brave TV star insisted that he didn't want to keep his diagnosis as a secret, and said he didn't want to 'hide under a rock.
Last month, TV chef Dave was pictured for the first time since his diagnosis.
He also revealed the chemotherapy had affected his taste and smell – but confessed he'd developed a craving for cottage pie and Vimto.
Speaking on Kate Thornton's podcast White Wine and Question Time, he explained: "At the minute I'm going through treatment for cancer and it's like another chapter. I went to the doctors complaining of certain bits and bobs and the next thing I know I got a phone and told it's a tumour and I'm going to have chemotherapy.
"Fortunately, the chemo is working but it's the effect chemotherapy has on you. Everyday is a school day. My eyes are sore because my eyelashes have fallen out – it's c**p like that that's really irritating.
"But I'm getting there. I've got to go in tomorrow for another lot. I'm just getting through it."
Dave, also said he will "never whinge about anything" and will "embrace life" once he's recovered from his illness.
Speaking about his health woes, he added: "I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. But when I get through this, I'll never whinge again about anything. I'm going to embrace life and everything it's got to offer.
"I can't eat garlic at the minute, smells are really acute, it's all gone belly up. I'm told it will come back."
TV chef Dave appeared on the podcast alongside his pal Si, 55, who admitted he found it "tough" seeing his friend go through a cancer battle.
He said: "It's hard seeing someone you love in those trenches. It really is tough.
"He's as tough as an old boot, which is what we're all relying on. He's as hard as nails."
