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Food and Drink Events

We're passionate about food in Bristol. Food lovers will love the prestigious food events and award winning markets that take place throughout the year.

May

Bristol Vegan Fayre on 31 May - 1 June 2008 is the world's biggest vegan event, featuring cookery demonstrations, an ethical fashion show, talks, stalls and much more.

July

Bristol Wine & Food Fair on 11-13 July 2008 is Bristol's newest food fair, featuring over 600 wines from around the world, tastings and masterclasses.

August

Bristol Harbour Festival on 1-3August 2008 features a French market selling delicious continental produce alongside entertainment on and off the water.

September

Soil Association Organic Food Festival on 6-7 September 2008 is Europe's largest celebration of organic food and drink, featuring celebrity chef demonstrations, food themed arts, stalls, talks, a family marquee and a demo Kitchen.

Markets

The award winning Farmers Market takes place every Wednesday from 9.30-2.30 on Corn Street, in central Bristol. Local producers from a 40-mile radius sell a wide range of delicious food from cheese, fish, honey, cakes, vegetables to meat, game and traditional Christmas poultry. All the produce is grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked or smoked by the local stallholders.

The Tobacco Factory Market is held every Sunday from 10.30-2.30, selling a mix of foods, including organic and local produce alongside other stalls.

The monthly Slow Food Market takes place on Corn Street from 10am-3pm on the first Sunday of every month - it's a real treat for lovers of real food. Talk to the producers, sample and purchase a fantastic range of items, and find out more about Slow Food. Food for sale includes award-winning meat, game, poultry, specialist breads, handmade chocolates, organic spices, local vegetables and fruit wines, ciders and preserves.