What to expect
Discover amazing producers, famous chefs, festive tastings, demos and talks, masterclasses, live music and our legendary goody bags at the food and drink event of the winter. Your ticket includes four jam-packed hours of unlimited sampling and entertainment – there’s no extra cost to sample once you’re in!
A little taster of what’s in store…
The world of Waitrose
Be the first to try our Christmas range, sip stellar wines in the No.1 Bar and record a question for chef Angela Hartnett (you might hear it answered on the Dish podcast). Snap a selfie in the Food mag photo booth, then learn about our regeneratively farmed Leckford Estate.
Brilliant brews
Beer and cider lovers – come and sip your way around five rooms of classic and craft creations. Head for the JUBEL x Wildfarmed room, serving ice-cold beer, regen sourdough and DJs on the decks, and enjoy South American-inspired dishes alongside golden lager in the Modelo Especial room.
Award-winning cheeses
A festival favourite, the joyful Cheese Cellar, in partnership with Granarolo, is back with an incredible selection of varieties to taste. Watch fresh mozzarella being stretched and folded by a master cheesemaker, then see a whole wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano being cut.
Tastings with top chefs
Dishpatch from Waitrose brings dishes from some of the UK’s best-loved chefs directly to your table. Join Jack Stein (Friday), Sabrina Ghayour (Saturday, both sessions) and Atul Kochhar (Sunday) as they serve up their festive menus in the Dishpatch restaurant.
Expert masterclasses
Fancy brewing kombucha, shaking a cocktail, perfecting your gravy or joining a tutored wine or port tasting? Our half-hour masterclasses are a great chance to learn something new (and have fun along the way). Click here to see the full line-up – then book in advance.
Cocktails with MOTH
Our festival partner MOTH is bringing the party back this year with its bigger and better than ever MOTH bar. Think delicious cocktails, disco balls and feel-good vibes as you soak up the atmosphere. Hit the dance floor if the mood takes you!
Festive cheer
Love Christmas markets? You’re in luck, as our festival partner British Airways Holidays will be bringing a sleighful to Tobacco Dock. Browse stalls inspired by favourite festive destinations, discover delicious food and drink and have a go at a host of Christmassy activities.