Broadstairs Food Festival 2013
Now celebrating its fifth year, the Broadstairs Food Festival Friday 4th - Sunday 6th October 2013 combines energy and enthusiasm for Kent produce with a passion for providing East Kent with a truly independent community festival.
Held annually in the picturesque seaside town, this is the highlight in East Kent's food festival calendar, attracting between 40,000 and 50,000 plus visitors.
The main action is a free entry 3-day Food Fair when the promenade and Victoria Gardens become home to over 100 food and drink stalls.
There are artisan beers and ciders, Kent cheeses, organic and sourdough breads, stacks of preserves and chutneys and a host of hot food stalls.
Andy McLeish from the Michelin starred Chapter One restaurant, Locksbottom, will be headlining in the Kitchen Theatre on Friday 4th October.
Other demonstrators will include local chefs and students of East Kent College, prime sponsor to the Festival.
Festival favourite TV chef Dev Biswal from Margate's Michelin-listed Ambrette Restaurant, recently declared the 'Best Indian Restaurant in Britain' by Morrisons magazine, will again will again be demonstrating his cooking skills. The Ambrette has also been name 'Best Restaurant in Kent 2103' in the Taste of Kent Awards.
The Fayre celebrates, showcase and champions Kent's food heritage and diversity from sea to shore, field to fork. The event promotes Broadstairs' and Kent's quality food businesses and restaurant, driving the county's reputation as a progressive and exciting food destination.
Jo Scott, Festival Director
Bring the younger family members along to enjoy the free Children's Workshop mornings with a variety of activities planned including bread and pizza classes.
The Festival includes a number of fringe events in the days prior to the Food Fair. Back by popular demand is the Gala Supper on October 1st at East Kent College where the students plan, prepare and serve seven courses of fine dining.
Local restaurateurs, cafe owners, musicians and the Thanet Film Club are joining in the spirit of the Festival. Fringe events encompass poetry, film, music and of course, food!
www.broadstairsfoodfestival.org.uk