FOODIES FESTIVAL will visit Dunorlan Park, Royal Tunbridge Wells, from 5th – 7th July 2024, serving up a star-studded line-up of celebrity and award-winning local chefs, and chart-topping music stars, including: Music and TV sensation, Peter Andre, Sister Sledge and the exhilarating Symphonic Ibiza Orchestra with live vocals and DJ.
Known as Gastro-Glastonbury, the three-day event will feature live cooking demonstrations from TV celebrities and chefs drawn from the ranks of MasterChef, Great British Bake Off and Great British Menu.
Star announcements include: Twice Michelin-starred TV celebrity chef, Atul Kochhar, MasterChef champion, Dhruv Baker, MasterChef: The Professionals champion, Alex Webb, Kent-based MasterChef semi-finalist, James Skelton, Kent-based Great British Menu 2024 star, Joe Hill, ITV This Morning celebrtiy chef, Omar Allibhoy, BBC Radio 4 presenter, Susie Warran-Smith, ITV This Morning wine expert, Joe Wadsack and TV chef, author and cookery school owner, Nigel Brown. Singer and TV personality, Peter Andre, also joins the line, creating some of his favourite dishes alongside celebrity chefs.
Showcasing the best of Kent and beyond, many of the region’s most-highly acclaimed Michelin and multi-award-winning chefs will also appear, including: Chef-Patron, Allister Barsby, from Michelin-starred Hide and Fox, Saltwood, Head Chef, Patrick Hill, from 3AA Rosette awarded Thackeray’s, Tunbridge Wells, Head Chef, Alex Yates, from 2AA Rosette awarded Bowleys at the Plough, Trottiscliffe, Chef-Patron, Will Devlin, from Michelin Green star awarded The Small Holding, Kilndown, Head Chef Mark Charker, from 2AA Rosette awarded The Bell in Ticehurst and Chef-Patron, Adam Turley, from Michelin recommended The Old Bank, Westerham.
Throughout the 3-day weekend, visitors will enjoy a jam-packed schedule of TV cooking show champions and award-winning chefs in the interactive live theatres. In the Chefs Theatre, chefs will create their signature dishes and share new tips and tricks, whilst in the Cake & Desserts Theatre, patisserie chefs and star bakers whip up showstoppers and offer tempting sweet treats.
In the Kids Cookery School, Foodies Super Chefs make cooking fun, helping younger guests to prepare delicious food that they can take away and enjoy.
Masterclasses in the Drinks Theatre include tutored Champagne, Beer, Cider, Cocktail and Wine-tasting - presenters include BBC, ITV and Channel 4 drinks experts as well as local favourites.
Visitors can browse the latest food trends in the Shopping Village, meet local producers in the Artisan Market and taste exotic and unusual new dishes in the Feasting Tent – which features a mouth-watering range of street food and delicacies from all four corners of the globe.
Friday Fiesta: the festival presents family-friendly entertainment features taking place throughout the live theatres and extended opening hours until 10pm. As the sun goes down, the legendary Symphonic Ibiza will present an unforgettable fusion of dance anthems, live vocals, a sensational DJ and an exhilarating live orchestra. Created by dynamic producer and DJ Andy Joyce (Pacha, Amnesia, Eden, Cafe Mambo) and accomplished composer and musical director Steve Etherington.
Other exciting attractions and experiences include: TV Chef battles, Fire Pit Stage, Cook School with experts, Silent Disco, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Chilli Eating competitions featuring the current world champion, fairground rides, walk about artists, drum troops, choirs, children’s activities, and family-friendly areas. Throughout the weekend, the Music Stage presents a summer soundtrack of chart- topping artists, top tribute acts, covers bands and superb local bands.
Dates and tickets
Dunorlan Park, Royal Tunbridge Wells
5th, 6th, 7th July 2024
Day tickets from £4 (child) and £21 (adult). Under 6 go free
Weekend tickets from £42 (3-day)
On sale now at www.foodiesfestival.com
*Entry to all theatres is included in the ticket price