Another delicious day out on the menu as festival returns
FOODIES rejoice! One of the biggest food festivals in South Wales is getting ready to cook up its biggest banquet yet.
The Great British Food Festival will be returning to the spectacular grounds of Margam Park after going down a treat last year, with tickets gobbled up for the two-day food spectacular.
With delicious delights to tickle all tastebuds, including more than 100 top local and national producers and mouthwatering street food, this is not your run-of-the-mill food fair.
There will be chef demonstrations, BBQ displays, a bake-off and food challenges, as well as live music, craft stalls and foraging tours. Not forgetting the kids – there will be plenty to keep them amused, from cookery sessions to free circus skills, children’s rides and a mini zoo.
The Uk-wide touring festival takes place on September 3-4.
So if you love your food and fancy a fun day out, this is the perfect event for you. You will be spoilt for choice with all the food and activities on offer, which include:
Artisan market:
From chocolate to chutney and cheese to chilli sauces, there will be something to delight your tastebuds. Fancy a tipple? Try out craft ales and spirits that have been made virtually on your doorstep. Meet the makers and sample their products. Featuring a mix of national and regional producers bringing homemade products to you – you won’t find these items in your local supermarkets.
Street food:
From hand-crafted burgers to delicately spiced curries, there is something for every taste whether you are vegan, vegetarian or meat-eaters. Many stalls offer gluten-free and nut-free options too. And those with a sweet tooth will be spoilt for choice with all the wonderful sweet treats on offer.
Bars:
Enjoy a refreshing pint of craft ale or locally sourced drinks, whether it is an alcoholic cocktail or mocktail.
Chef demos:
Learn from the very best in the food business with live cookery demonstrations from local chefs and bakers, including Great British Bake Off stars and experts in the field. Let them inspire you to impress your family and friends, with their guidance on how to create and perfect dishes at home. Keep your eyes peeled on the website nearer the time for the full line-up.
BBQ stage:
Impress your family and friends at your next barbecue with the help of BBQ Ben. There will be themed classes running throughout the day, so whether you want to learn how to perfect your skills or try cooking seafood on the barbie, there will be plenty to learn from. Plus you get the chance to taste Ben’s amazing foods and delicious sauces.
There’s a chance to buy something unique from the Great British Food Festival’s local crafters. Find unique gifts, homeware and decorations made by local crafters who are passionate about what they make, plus there’s a packed line-up of activities to enjoy.
The Men v Food challenges will provide hilarious, fun viewing or be a daredevil and take part yourself and try winning the crown for eating the hottest chilis or putting away the most bangers.
If you are happy to sit back and chill out after all that eating, then why not get a craft ale, kick back and watch one of the many musicians on stage.
There will also be free circus skills sessions where your little ones can try their hand at juggling, riding a unicycle or attempting plate-spinning. There will be a bouncy castle and fairground rides, as well as a free mini petting zoo.
Budding chefs will be able to cook up a treat at the kids’ cooking school. Make sure you book early, though, as places go quick.
The festival is open from 10am until 5pm. Tickets can be bought via the website at £13.50 for adults and £6 for children (five to 17). Children under five and carers are free, but they still require an online ticket. A family ticket costs £35 for two adults and two children. Car-parking is also included in the price. Foraging guided walk tickets and kids’ cookery classes are an additional £4 each and also need to be booked online in advance.