Farmers and foodies find flavour at Scotland’s Larder Live
THE COUNTRY’S largest celebration of food, farming and rural life - The Royal Highland Show will once again showcase all that’s best in the larder.
Last year’s innovation Scotland’s Larder Live returns to Ingliston as the show kicks off in just three week’s time on Thursday June 23 and is sure to be buzzing until the close on Sunday June 26.
Tasty treats from around the world will join the very best of Scottish produce as more than 100 exhibitors showcase a diverse range of food and drink. Artisan producers will share centre stage with larger food and drink brands.
Many foodie favourites from last year will be returning to the show, now in its 176th year.
Amongst a proud range of Scottish businesses on display are Burgh Bakes, Cairn O’Mhor and Mackies of Scotland, who are celebrating their 30th year at the Show in 2016.
Looking further afield, producers from across the UK and beyond will also be serving up the best they have to offer, including The Mediterranean Deli Company, The Brownie Bar and The Curry Sauce Company.
Providing sensory delights of sight, smell and taste, The Cookery Theatre in Scotland’s Larder Live will present a rolling programme of demonstrations and talks from top chefs, including David Haetzman, John Rutter and David Barnett.
The tastings and talks theatre will provide a unique insight into the journey of artisan produce, as the producers themselves take to the stage to tell their stories.
A wide variety of food-to-go providers will be on hand to offer up a tasty selection of hot and cold food across the 110 acre showground.
From fresh Scottish seafood and buffalo burgers to salads, wraps and hot soup, these caterers will all be adhering to the show’s own food charter, which states that, where possible, only ingredients that have been locally produced and ethically sourced should be served at the event.
This ensures quality is high and Scottish farmers and growers are supported.
Commenting on the popularity of food and drink at the show, show Manager, David Jackson, said: ‘A staggering 90 per cent of our visitors list food as an important part of their experience at the show.
‘After a successful refresh last year, Scotland’s Larder Live will once again provide a tempting reason to visit the Show.
‘The Royal Highland Show is Scotland’s largest event that links together the farmer and the food producer, and so show goers are provided with a unique opportunity to taste, discover and learn about the best produce the country has to offer.’