The UK's biggest touring celebrity food and music festival is coming to Winchester - and Daily Echo subscribers can get free tickets.
Foodies Festival, dubbed the 'Gastro-Glastonbury,' will take over River Park Recreation Ground from Friday, July 18 to July 20, promising a weekend full of culinary delights and musical performances.
The festival, known for its blend of food and music, will feature live cooking demonstrations from TV celebrity chefs.
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These include MasterChef champions Chariya Khattiyot, Thomas Frake, and Dhruv Baker, as well as Great British Bake Off 2024 star Andy Ryan.
There will also be appearances from some of the region's most acclaimed chefs, including Hampshire Chef of the Year winner Andrew du Bourg.
The music line-up is equally impressive, featuring popular acts Blue, The Wanted, and the Symphonic Ibiza Orchestra.
Duncan James from Blue said: "We’re so pleased to be visiting Hampshire with Foodies Festival, it's a beautiful part of the country.
"We always get spoilt with gorgeous food and amazing audiences at the event - it's such a lovely festival for families and feel-good vibes."
Siva Kaneswaran from The Wanted added: "Max and I are buzzing to be headlining Foodies Festival in Winchester.
"It’s exciting to be back out performing all The Wanted hits and seeing our lovely fans again.
"We’re both big food lovers and have tried some amazing cuisine around the world on our tours - but having it all in one place to try is amazing!"
In the Chefs Theatre, celebrities will create their signature dishes and share new culinary tips and tricks.
The Cake & Desserts Theatre will be a haven for those with a sweet tooth, with patisserie chefs and star bakers preparing showstopping desserts.
For younger visitors, the Kids Cookery School will make cooking fun, helping children prepare their own delicious food to take away and enjoy.
The Drinks Theatre will host masterclasses in Champagne, beer, cider, cocktail, and wine-tasting led by ITV and BBC experts Joe Wadsack and Tom Surgey.
There will also be a Shopping Village, an Artisan Market, and a Feasting Tent for visitors to explore.
New features this year include the Great Taste Market, where festival-goers can discover new tastes and celebrate the art of good food.
The Tasting Theatre will offer a variety of themed tastings, while the International Cook School will provide lessons from top chefs.
Other activities at the festival include a Fire Stage with BBQ masters, chilli-eating competitions, a silent disco, fairground rides, children's activities, and family-friendly areas.
Tickets for the festival are available on the Foodies Festival website www.foodiesfestival.com. The first 150 subscribers to apply using reference code GIFTNQ will bag themselves a free ticket.
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