Gourmet on the Go!

Essex is set to stage a deliciously glamorous event for all foodies this July the 9^th and 10^th!  The picturesque Cressing Temple Barns, near Braintree, will be hosting the much awaited Essex Festival of Food and Drink, celebrating and showcasing Essex’s finest producers, chefs, vineyards and food vendors… This is definitely one not to miss!

A whole bounty of delicious produce from local independent and artisan producers will be available to try and buy. There will also be cookery demonstrations from some of the most celebrated and awarded local chefs, including Sherri Singleton (Mistley Thorn, Mistley), Jonathan Brown (The DuCane, Great Braxted) and Daniel Watkins (The Anchor, Hullbridge).  And that’s not all, heading the line up will be the delectable, 5AA Rosette and Michelin award-winning Jean Christophe Novelli!

There will be plenty of entertainment for the whole family, from childrens workshops, stage events, exhibitors galore and a large foodcourt to sit back, sip champagne or indulge in a fine fresh feast.  For more details, visit the festival website.

Essex Gourmet has teamed up with the Essex Festival of Food & Drink to give away 10 pairs of Tickets to this fantastic foodie event.  All you have to do to enter the draw is comment on this post mentioning your fav Essex Food or Drink biz – it could be a local producer, shop, restaurant, or even your neighbouring chippy – if they are situated in Essex, and go all out to offer great food and service, then we want to celebrate them.

Please Note: Children under 12 years of age have Free Entry.

We have five pairs of tickets each for both Saturday and Sunday.  The festival will be open from 10am to 4pm on both days.  Winners will be selected randomly and informed via email.  Please state whether you would prefer Saturday or Sunday Tickets.

Please submit your entry by 30^th June.

Good Luck!

**  Thank you all for you comments – some great recs!  The competition is now CLOSED.