Food Festivals in and Near Surrey

Sophie Farrah tucks into some of this summer’s tastiest festivals and fairs...

Pub in the Park

PITP Chiswick has moved from its usual September slot to June (28-30) before rolling into Reigate in July (12-14). This year’s festivals include a brand new Kitchen Studio arena that will host Q&As, celebrity interviews, demos, and masterclasses, as well as a new cookery book pavilion curated by Angela Hartnett.

There’ll be live recordings of Simon Rimmer’s Pod in the Park podcast, an all-new fire food restaurant with a revamped Firepit Theatre, and a new Wing Rave stage, combining chef Jack Blumenthal’s spicy chicken wings (Ginger Wings) with a line-up of DJs. Tickets (adults) are £40, and for children, £25; pubintheparkuk.com. Win tickets to the event here!

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Hampton Court Palace Food Festival

Enjoy an array of street food, pop-up bars, artisan producers, live music and foodie masterclasses, plus outdoor games and family fun, all in the extraordinary setting of Henry VIII’s historic Palace. August 24-26; hrpfestivals.com.

The Surrey Food Festival

Another food-filled event in Richmond’s Old Deer Park. Local businesses will showcase a range of food and drink with demos, tastings, and talks, as well as a variety of live music and a kid’s zone. n July 27-28, 2 for 1 early bird tickets start at just £10 (plus £1.79 fee). Book before July 19; thelocalfoodfestival.com/tickets.

Taste of London

This early pioneer of food festivals turns 20 this year. Returning to Regent’s Park for five days of feasting, it features over 120 dishes from London’s latest and greatest, including chefs, artisan producers, a cookery school, a fire pit stage and party vibes. Newbies this year include steakhouse Le Petit Beefbar, The Shard’s Oblix and Kolamba’s vibrant Sri-Lankan style home cooking. June 12-16, adult tickets from £24 (children £10); london.tastefestivals.com.

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Marzamemi Festival

Coming to Richmond is Marzamemi – a new family-friendly festival celebrating the vibrant culture of its namesake village in Sicily. Founded by Richmond residents, the two-day event in Old Deer Park promises superb Italian cuisine, live music, DJs and kids activities. With Lina Stores, Malfy Gin, Crosta & Mollica, Napoli on the Road, Base Face Pizza and Coccole Tiramisu all involved, it’s set to be a delicious weekend. July 6-7, adult tickets from £55 plus fees (children £15); marzamemi.co.uk.