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Join Jamie Rowe, JJ Whitley Gin & Vodka Ambassador, as he guides you through how to make the Perfect Party Punch with the knowledge of how to balance readily available ingredients and, of course, the JJ Whitley range.
You’ll be greeted with a glass of punch on arrival, then Jamie ...
Freshly made Neapolitan wood-fired pizza using the best quality authentic ingredients
Deliciously fresh churros served with their famously rice Begian chocolate sauce.
Homemade classic fast food dishes such as fish and chips or halloumi and chips with an Indian twist.
Leading the Dim Sum revolution, street vendor of the finest, freshest Dim Sum food - steamed buns, spring rolls, savoury dumplings, plus a whole lot more.
Fika is a Swedish custom, a kind of social coffee break where people gather to have a convivial cup of coffee or tea and a few nibbles. It is the inspiration for this caffeine-fuelled operator.
Signature cookie dough with a range of yummy toppings is freshly baked, emerging with a crispy outer layer and a gooey inside you need a spoon to eat and enjoy.
Lancashire based, specialising in gourmet Angus steak burgers with locally sourced meat from Chorley butchers J McRobb.
Pan Asian street food and signature dishes from across East Asia, inspired by the owners travelling experiences.
An alternative chicken experience using their own house made seitan dough, dunking it in a secret dredge and deep frying it. Served with sides inspired by the American Deep South.
Contemporary Middle Eastern and Med cuisine that has evolved from dynamic duo James and Nick's love of great food. Not just meat-based, their constantly changing menu is veggie and vegan-friendly too. The Ottö-Men are passionate abut the environment so bio packaging and non-GMO comes as standard.
Traditional Cypriot food made using locally sourced ingredients.
1pm Ben Chaplin – Senior Sous Chef, 20 Stories
Ben has more than 10 years of culinary experience. Starting his career in March 2005, his expertise and knowledge have taken him on a journey leading to working as a Senior Chef across multiple restaurants and hotels in both Manchester and London ...
2pm Sam Buckley – Chef/Patron, Where The Light Gets In
Sam started cooking when he was 15. His career is peppered with stints as a journalist and musician, as well as time in the kitchen with such luminaries as Gary Rhodes, Paul Kitching, and Simon Rogan at L’Enclume. He ...
3pm Rachel Stockley – Head Chef, Levanter
2018 winner Rachel Stockley is one of only three women to scoop Chef of the Year at the Manchester Food and Drink Awards. She’s in great company – alongside Mary-Ellen McTague (Aumbry) and Alison Seagrave (Harvey Nichols) – any anyone who has tasted her take ...
4pm Andrew Green – Executive Chef, Mamucium
Andrew will be showcasing his signature dish, the Lancashire hot pot, a superlative version of the traditional favourite he brought with him from The Lowry Hotel to the new restaurant/bar at Hotel Indigo. The Glossop-born chef’s inspiration and love of food lies ...
22 Beers for 22 years at Mancehster Brew Fest.
Celebrating the region's beer boom with ales from across the North West, the MFDF beer bar will feature a wide range of local craft beers from some of Manchester's best independent breweries including Beartown, Brightside, Three B's, Irwell ...
The Festival's own little apple-fuelled haven, the MFDF Cider Bar will be pitching up again to bring refreshing ciders to the proceedings. FRom Weston's to Addlestone's and Sheppy's to Bad Apple, this is a real mini fest-within-a-fest for cider enthusiasts. There'll also be a range ...
The Festival is delighted to celebrate the glorious quality of contemporary English wines and mineral waters in collaboration with our official Festival Hub wine partner, Montann. These Manchester-based specialists source their wines from the country’s increasingly acclaimed vineyards, carefully selecting grapes grown in chalk rich soilin the heart of ...
J.J. Whitley, a premium spirits range inspired by the British countryside, and Lamb & Watt, a natural range of premium mixers, will be hosting a cocktail garden in Cathedral Gardens. Think a floral oasis complete with a penny farthing, tuk-tuk, candle-lit miniature ferris wheels and cool trailers serving J.J ...
Camden Town Brewery will be bringing their shipping container bar to the Festival Hub serving up their best brews including Hells Lager, Camden Pale Ale, Camden Pils and Camden Show Off Juicy Lager. As the Festival’s Official Lager Partner there’ll be plenty of beer activity happening throughout including ...
Laura Farrows Music gives the catchy folk vibes, capturing songs related to love, friends and life’s rollercoaster. Taking inspiration from local musicians and has been developing her craft for 5 years. As well as hosting musicians at her weekly open mic night.
The Italian Job are a “one of a kind” party band from Manchester with over 10 years of experience of performing all over the U.K. and overseas.
Their repertoire is an eclectic mix of Soul, Funk, Reggae, Latin, Italian and Jazz.
The Italian Job roster includes professional musicians from ...
"A compelling mix of rock, harmony, country and life"
DoveTales are lead by songwriters, finnish born, Stef Rose and Mancunian born Johnny Evans with fellow Mancunians, Victor Freeman on bass and Chris Joyce on drums providing a solid rhythmic foundation.
Together they are creating a treasure trove of original and ...
A four piece function band formed in Manchester back in 2009. The Covertones pride themselves on making their audience feel like they're watching all of their favourite acts in one show. Playing indie, rock and pop classics from the 1960s to the present day, their set truly has something ...
The winners of the 2019 Manchester Food and Drink Festival (MFDF) Awards have been announced at the prestigious MFDF Gala ...
Looking for the ultimate home from home to explore Manchester’s top-notch food and drink scene? RoomzzzAparthotels have got you ...
We are delighted to be tackling plastic bottle pollution by joining forces with the national Refill campaign via a bid ...
Thursday 3rd October 20:15 at Festival Hub - Cathedral Gardens, M4 3BG
Saturday 5th October 13:00 at Festival Hub - Cathedral Gardens, M4 3BG
