Are you an international student studying in the UK and looking forward to taking some time off and exploring the events and festivals that are organised in the UK? If yes, then the good news is that there are many food festivals organised in the UK which are all about good food, drinks and music. Going to such festivals is a perfect way to spend a fun-filled day with your friends. To help you a little, we have listed some great recommendations in this blog that you should definitely check out!
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Taste of London
Embed from Getty ImagesGenerally, this event is organised in London’s Regent Park for around 5 days in summer. The objective of this annual food festival is to celebrate the diverse food of London made by some of the finest chefs presenting over 150 dishes. Here you will be able to taste a myriad of cuisines from Indian to Italian, Japanese and Chinese. The ‘Taste of London’ is all about indulging in dishes from some of the best restaurants near your student accommodation in United Kingdom which entails cult favourites from the Big Mama Group (Circolo Popolare, Gloria, Jacuzzi and Ave Mario). To give you a sneak peek into this festival, you will be able to explore an extensive food market, champagne and wine tastings, cooking classes from Michelin-starred chefs, and surprisingly whiskey vending machines.
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The Big Festival
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Big Festival is organised at a secluded Cotswolds Farm and it’s like Glastonbury but with lots of delectable food items. The best part of ‘The Big Festival’ is that visitors get to enjoy good food alongside amazing music. People can treat their taste buds with Michelin-worthy deals while enjoying the performances of artists like Tom Grennan, Rick Astley, Melanie C, etc. Visitors also get a chance to dish up their own meals at The Cookery School and a chance to taste different cheeses at the tasting corner. To make it an inclusive experience for all there are activities for kids like face painting, arts and crafts workshops, mini chefs sessions and storytelling.
Pub in the Park
Embed from Getty ImagesThe ‘Pub in the Park’ festival is all about a sun-drenched day with delectable food, friends and music. It is organised by the world-renowned Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge. This festival is all about celebrating British drinks, food and entertainment. It is an annual event and this year it was organised at Wimbledon Park, where chefs like Ainsley Harriott, Anna Haugh, and Simon Rimmer to name a few, presented many dishes starting from classic brunch meals to famous dinner plates. The best part about this festival is that this event is conducted while live music is being played in the background.
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The North Leeds Food Festival
Embed from Getty ImagesThe North Leeds Food Festival is all about a riverside feast consisting of street food and artisanal delights galore. Here you will get to taste paella, poutine, sizzling roasts and delicacies from the Mediterranean to Malaysia. To accommodate the different food needs of the visitors there are vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal options. Apart from all of this ‘The North Leeds Food Festival’ also offers live entertainment, tasting sessions and a fun fair for all ages. People who enjoy cooking can hone their skills by watching top-tier chefs showcasing their cooking skills.
Ludlow Food Festival
Embed from Getty ImagesOrganised at Ludlow Castle, around 100 exhibitors participate in the annual Ludlow Food Festival. To ensure that there is something for everyone, there are stalls ranging from meat-based producers to vegetarian stands and artisanal bakes. Foodies can do a taste test from their favourite local produce and indulge in activities like the Real Ale Trail and the Sausage Trail. Real Ale Trail involves tasting the best beers of the local pubs. Apart from tasting, there are talks, master classes and workshops hosted by chefs, food producers and food writers.
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FAQs
‘Foodies Festival’ is the largest food festival organised in the UK.
‘The Taste of Chicago’ is the world’s largest food festival which is held in September and is organised in Chicago, Illinois in Grant Park.
There are around 100 food festivals organised in the UK every year.
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