AFRICAN & CARIBBEAN FOOD FEST
Schedule
Sat Aug 24 2024 at 09:00 am to 04:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Leeds Kirkgate Market | Leeds, EN
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Leeds's favourite African and Caribbean Food Fest is BACK! bigger with over 25+ food stalls, see link to register https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/874767311577?aff=oddtdtcreatorSo, be prepared to tantalize your taste buds and experience a culinary & colourful explosion of African and Caribbean Food and drinks.
Where?
Venue- Leeds, Kirkgate Indoor Market - 34 George Street, LS2 4HY (Kitchen Hall)
Date- Saturday 24 August 2024, Bank Holiday Weekend
Time- 9 am till 4.30 pm
This year's annual food event, not only coincides with Leeds's vibrant West Indian street carnival it promises to be bigger and brighter
Why? It aims to bring together over 25 + food, drinks and craft stalls under one roof to celebrate the culinary skills, and flavors of Africa and the Caribbean, brought to you, by our very own esteemed culinary chefs.
So what's it all about?
Leeds, African, and Caribbean Food Fest, now in it's 4th year celebrates the rich and diverse culinary traditions and skills of the African and Caribbean people. It aims to bring together foodie lovers, chefs, and cultural enthusiasts from across the city and beyond.
Our independent culinary chefs will be showcasing an array of traditional African and Caribbean dishes each with its unique blend of spices and flavours.
From spicy jerk chicken to savoury jollof rice, curry mutton with rice, ackee with fried dumplings you name it. The food fest will offer a wide variety of dishes that will take your taste buds on a tropical journey like no other.
Entertainment on the day
Pop-up carnival parade, resident DJ playing the very best in soulful grove, and steel pan orchestra will be pinging those calypso tunes.
Sweet Desserts and Pop-up cocktail bar
It doesn't just stop there, it gets better don't forget to save room for sweet desserts – sweet Jamaican treats like coconut tarts, rum cake you name it.
To wash everything down. Yes! you guessed it our personalised pop-cocktail bar. Will be back with us again serving up a mixture of red, yellow, and green, mean lean tropical cocktails.....
It's not just about food – it's a celebration of City, culture, diversity, and community. featuring performances from local artists,
Family-friendly -Event
So, why not bring along the family and friends after all it is a family-friendly event, and children can enjoy face painting and carnival mask making.
One of the main goals of the Leeds, African, and Caribbean Food Fest is to support and promote culturally-focused food businesses. By coming along and showing your support, you'll also be supporting, the local economy and helping these businesses thrive and survive
Don't miss out!
Mark your calendars for Leeds's biggest African and Caribbean Food Fest 2024 – you won't want to miss this culinary journey! for stall details contact [email protected] or [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
Leeds Kirkgate Market, 34 George Street, Leeds, LS2 7, United Kingdom,LeedsEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
