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Celebrate October German-style with MFDF’s tribute to the Munich Oktoberfest, sponsored by Lufthansa and award-winning German beer brand Veltins at the Festival Hub. This event returns in 2011 with its own dedicated Bierkeller on the Square. Entry is completely free and visitors will find authentic German beer on sale ...
For the third year running, the Greater Manchester Ale Festival returns to Albert Square, with the MFDF opening session dedicated to bringing you the very finest in local and regional real ale. Entry to the event is completely free - and there is a programme of live entertainment for you to ...
For the duration of the Festival Harvey Nichols Second Floor bar will be setting up at Albert Square selling their large selection of Harvey Nichols own brand wines by the bottle or by the glass. Wines on offer include Harvey Nichol’s Rose (Corbieres 2009), Sauvignon Blanc (Bordeaux 2009) and ...
The Big Indie Wine Fest celebrates the UK’s best independent wine merchants. No retail giants included, this is a chance to sample some of the most exclusive wines around with guidance from the merchants themselves. Plus, take part in bespoke tutored tastings from experts from around the UK. 4 ...
Come down to Albert Square on the opening weekend of the Festival and prove yourself in Manchester’s second annual Chilli Eating Contest (6.30pm). The competition will be held as part of the Manchester Chilli Lovers Fair, which sees the UK’s finest chilli purveyors descending on the city ...
Starting at Picadilly Gardens, diners will be treated to a welcoming drink before travelling along Metrolink's network for a food-filled voyage.
Hosted by the city's award-winning Green Badge tour guides, guests can enjoy a tram tour of the city between a starter, main and dessert in three different ...
We're excited to present a dedicated Kids Food Fest, in the heart of the city at the Festival Hub on Albert Square.
What better thing for you and your kids to have fun with, and learn about, than food?!
This new event will see our big 'Gastro Room' marquee ...
This year's Festival Hub is happening on Albert Square for a big fat 10 days. This pop up food village will provide a gastro honeypot of food adventures with the Festival Bar, Street Food Fair, Harvey Nichols Wine Bar, Live Entertainment, and Gastro Room - the centre piece pavilion with ...
A visit from Hugh has inspired a whole day dedicated to the enjoying of delicious yet sustainable food,sponsored by Food Futures, pioneers of healthy and sustainable food and a partnership between the City Council, the NHS and local communities.
Some of the exciting activities include:
Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall takes ...
Following the 2010 sell-out, the Manchester Whisky Festival 2011 is has moved to the lavish surroundings of five star Lowry Hotel. There will be more brands, distilleries and importers in attendance than ever before and some marvellous masterclasses on offer too. Plus we're holding the event over two sessions ...
To celebrate the launch of A Taste of Modern History, a historical recipe book journey through North West cuisine we're inviting families of Manchester and beyond to join us on a foodie, floating, family day out exploring the region's historic waterways that connect Manchester and The Quays. Start ...
We’re excited to announce that the MFDF Gala Dinner and Awards, one of the industry’s most hotly anticipated events, is taking place for the first time
at the five star Lowry Hotel. Once again the event will be broadcast live by
BBC Radio Manchester. This is where the ...
This year's Festival Hub is happening on Albert Square for a big fat 10 ...
Be a Part of the Food Adventure.
This year the Gala Dinner and Awards were held at the Prestigious Lowry Hotel, and nominees and friends of the ...
Metrolink are the Official Travel Partners to the Festival and provide the very best way to get around the Festival...
Sunday 9th October 11:00 at Festival Hub, M2 5DB
