Taste of Grampian set to return with celebrity chefs
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Tickets are on sale now for the north-east’s biggest food and drink festival which returns after a two-year absence due to Covid.
Taste of Grampian finally moves to Aberdeen’s P&J Live for 2022, a bigger venue for the in-person event, which takes place on Saturday June 4.
An estimated 15,000 people are expected at the state-of-the-art venue for cooking demonstrations from The Hairy Bikers and James Martin, masterclasses from local chefs, wine and gin tastings, over 80 local producers selling their products and street food vans serving up delicious dishes.
The event, which was cancelled for the last two years, will also include popular fish market, local crafters, entertainment from Original 106 FM, a live music stage, buskers and a children’s zone.
This year’s Taste of Grampian is themed around sustainability and will also see the introduction of talks hosted by various leaders in the food and drink sector.
Early bird tickets are now available to purchase online, priced at £10, and children under 12 go free.
Additional tickets for chef demos are available to purchase at £15.
Alan Clarke, chief executive at event sponsor Quality Meat Scotland (QMS), said: “The event showcases the wealth of fantastic local produce in the area and it presents an opportunity to demonstrate the versatility and taste of the Scotch brands, as well as boost the global reputation of Scotland as one of the most sustainable countries to produce red meat.”
Peter Cook, director of food, drink and agriculture at Opportunity North East, said: “Our region is renowned for quality food and drink.
"From sustainable produce from land and sea and innovative manufacturers and producers, to global brands and ambitious start-ups.
“Taste of Grampian will be a fantastic opportunity for consumers to catch up with producers and sample and buy their unique products.”
Tickets for Taste of Grampian are now on sale and further information on the event can be found at https://www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk/