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Delicious Delights From North’s Deli This Weekend!

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If  you like delicatessen, you should come and meet one of the region’s leading Deli’s and Patisserie producers. North’s Deli have a long tradition of sourcing and supplying some of the finest deli produce, as well as producing high quality pastries and cakes. They have a wide range of tasty treats that make for a great dessert after a good meal. Make sure you give them a visit at this years Ashby Food Gusto Festival on the Bank Holiday weekend at their stall.  

Find them at www.facebook.com/NorthsDeli.

The Ashby Food Gusto Festival takes place on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th of May, Gates open 10:30am-5:00pm at the Bath Grounds in Ashby. For more information check out the event page, call us on 01530 411337 or email info@foodgusto.com.

The Ashby Food Gusto Festival 2018 – This Weekend!

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Join us this weekend, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th of May, for the Ashby Food Gusto Festival set in the Bath Grounds in the centre of the town.  With over 70 carefully selected producers to sample from and hot delicious food all day, along with live music, the Rotary Gusto Teddy Bears Picnic and performances from local artists and Dance Schools, it will be worth a visit this bank holiday weekend!

 

Gates open 10:30am-5:00pm at the Bath Grounds in Ashby. For more information check out the event page, call us on 01530 411337 or email info@foodgusto.com.

Dance Network at Ashby Food Gusto Festival – Sunday 27th May

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Come down to the Ashby Food Gusto Festival and see groups from the Dance Network perform between 1:30pm – 2pm on Sunday 27th May!

 

The Ashby Food Gusto Festival takes place on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th of May, Gates open 10:30am-5:00pm at the Bath Grounds in Ashby. For more information check out the event page, call us on 01530 411337 or email info@foodgusto.com.

Delicious Delights This Weekend From The BitterSweet Chocolate Co

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The BitterSweet Chocolate Co make scrumptious chocolate treats deliciously drenched in flavour from their small workshop based in the village of Breedon on the Hill in Leicestershire. They also have a chocolate shop inside the local village inn, The Three Horseshoes. They will be bringing a range of chocolate products on both days of the Festival.

Find them at www.facebook.com/Bittersweetchox.

 

The Ashby Food Gusto Festival takes place on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th of May, Gates open 10:30am-5:00pm at the Bath Grounds in Ashby. For more information check out the event page, call us on 01530 411337 or email info@foodgusto.com.

 

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Ashby Food Gusto Festival – Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th May

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Join the Annual Ashby Food Gusto Festival and experience the Region’s Best Food & Drink on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th May

Situated in the Bath Grounds in the centre of Ashby de la Zouch there is yet another fantastic line up with more than 60 producers and products from venison, pies, pickles, pates, farmhouse cheese, preserves, olives, artisan bread, crepes, hand crafted chocolates, patisseries to local wines, beers, ciders, spirits and more. There is something for everyone.

Why not make a day of it and enjoy lunch out where you can choose between wood fired pizza, organic beef burgers, venison and bison, spicy samosas, vegetarian/vegan dishes, Caribbean BBQ, Indian cuisine and Thai to name but a few.

These could all be washed down with local craft ale and cider, new British cocktails and English wines grown and produced in the Midlands.

 

Where possible Food Gusto tries to support local charities and this year Just 4 Children has been selected – with a special focus on Harry Culwick from Packington who suffers from Cerebral Palsy.

Wesley Ewing states “Food Gusto is all about promoting what the region has to offer in the way of high quality, local-produced food and drink. Our festivals are an explosion on the senses with lots to see and taste, giving people the chance to try new things and also to buy the best food and drink available in our region”.

This year Food Gusto has teamed up again with the Rotary Clubs of Ashby de la Zouch who will be running a Teddy Bear’s Picnic from 11-3pm at the event. At the Teddy bears picnic children can enjoy Punch and Judy shows and join in the ‘Find Rotary Gusto Bears Challenge’.

Other children’s entertainment includes rides, bouncy slide, face painting, henna tattoos, glitter tattoos and children can also purchase a special Gusto Bears Picnic Lunch Box which includes a roll, soft drink, cookie and fruit.

Entrance fee is just £2 for adults & children under 12 free, with the event running from 10.30-5pm on the Bath Grounds (LE652GP).

For more information about the event check out the event page here. You can also join our Facebook event here. If you have any questions contact us. Tel 01530 411337 or info@foodgusto.com

Ashby Food Gusto Christmas Fair – Just Over One Week Away!

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Great Food and Drink At The Ashby Food Gusto Christmas Fair – Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd December! 

The Market Street in Ashby de la Zouch will come to life with the sights, smells and tastes of Christmas this year as the perfect setting for Food Gusto largest Food & Drink Christmas Fair yet. Event organisers, Food Gusto, will be bringing their unique festively-themed food, drink and artisan fair to the town on December 2nd and 3rd following successful events in the town.

In keeping with the Food Gusto ethos, the Christmas Fair will be made up of the finest quality food and drink producers from across the region, each bringing a taste of something truly unique to the town, alongside a range of festive entertainment for the whole family, including live music and children’s rides.

The quality food and drink on offer, as well as a range of selected handmade artisan crafts, will provide the perfect opportunity for people to pick up some special Christmas gifts, while enjoying the seasonal atmosphere.

Whether you’re aiming to buy a stand out gift for that special someone, or simply want to eat, drink and be merry, the Ashby de la Zouch Food Gusto Christmas Fair will have plenty to offer, from beautifully spiced mulled wine to freshly-made mince pies.

Other offerings include award-winning Melton Mowbray pies, assorted home baked cakes, flavoured liqueurs, farm produced cider, handmade chocolates and fudge, pink gin and vodka, sparkling gold bubbly, jams, chutneys and preserves, local honey, Asian street food, cheeses, vegan food, and much, much more.

Hot food is available both days, so you can dine out on anything from Organic Beef, Burgers & Sausages, Samosas to Thai , Wood Fired Pizza and freshly made Crepes. This can be washed down with a Hot Chocolate, Specialist Tea or Barista Coffee.

Food Gusto Event Manager Wesley Ewing says “We’re hoping to fill the length Market Street with some wonderful seasonal produce and Christmas entertainment for all the family, which will include performances by our festival favourites Sincerely Yours and the Strife Of Riley on Sunday, along with the Community Entertainment Programme on Saturday. Saturday’s event will close with a specialist One Direction Tribute Band and Snowflake Finale!

The event runs between 10.30am and 5.00pm Saturday, 10.30 to 4.30pm Sunday. The Event is Free to attend with free Parking in NWLDC car parks (please check as fees will apply in private car parks).

If you would like more information, visit www.foodgusto.com or email info@foodgusto.com. Tel 01530 411337

Great Food and Drink At The Ashby Food Gusto Christmas Fair – Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd December

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This years Ashby Food Gusto Christmas Fair promises to be the best yet with an even larger range of exhibitors and enhanced entertainment through both days. With local exhibitors bringing amazing hot and cold food and drink, along with artisan gifts, the weekend will be perfect for some Christmas Shopping!

Hot food is available both days, so you can dine out on anything from Organic Beef, Burgers & Sausages, Charcoal Grilled Souvlaki, Samosas to Thai , Wood Fired Pizza and freshly made Crepes. This can be washed down with a Local Cider, English Wine, Specialist Spirit, Hot Chocolate, Specialist Tea or Barista Coffee.

There is an amazing list of products on sale, including Afia’s handmade Samosas and Pakoras, artisan cheese, assorted home baked cakes including – Cupcakes, traybakes, cake slices and large cakes, award winning Melton Mowbray pies, Doggy Christmas treats, tasty churros, donuts, popcorn, candy floss, fantastic fresh cookies, handmade chopping boards and kitchen equipment, home crafted garden furniture, homemade truffles, caramels, sweet cones and novelty chocolates, local handmade fudge, local honey, mouthwatering crepes, olives, nuts and baklavas, pick and mix cheese, rarebreed meats, and even Vegan and Vegetarian cooking. We also have artisan coffee, milk shakes and smoothies, Buzzard Valley wines grown in Staffordshire, distinctive London Gins, farm produced cider, flavoured liqueurs, Pink Gin and Vodka and sparkling gold bubbly.

We have got a jam packed entertainment programme, as on Saturday we move from local choirs to a One Direction Tribute band, while on Sunday you can relax to Jazz music from the Strife of Riley and some foot tapping music from Sincerely Yours. There will also be a range of childrens ride for the little ones and even Santa will be visiting!

The Ashby Food Gusto Christmas Fair is held in Ashby on Market Street, with stalls opening from 10.30am to 5.00pm on Saturday and 10.30am to 4.30pm on Sunday. You can find parking in various Council Car Parks in the town. The event is free so make sure you come down! If you would like more information email us at info@foodgusto.com.

Great Taste, Provenance, Enjoyment and Passion at The Appleby Magna Food Gusto Festival

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Food Gusto Served Up Great Taste, Provenance, Enjoyment and Passion at Bank Holiday Food & Drink Festival

Thousands of people flocked to the Appleby Magna Food Gusto Festival last Saturday for an amazing day of local and regional food and drink and great weather. Local exhibitors included the famous Brockley’s pies, Tori and Ben’s mouthwatering local beef, Leicestershire Handmade cheese, Hill Farm Venison Packington.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Visitors were entertained by a great line-up of music organised by David Gray including the Old Guys, The Headhunters and Coreil. They were also Heritage tours, art gallery and live art demonstrations by local artist Heather Griffin.

Visitors came from across the region and even included The BBC Apprentice finalist Jessica Cunningham pictured meeting one of her biggest fans Jacob Ewing from Packington.

Event coordinator Vincent Turner stated: “The event was a real success bringing together exhibitors and foodies with a real interest in great food and drink. For those who missed it or want more they can visit the nearby Tamworth Food Gusto Festival on the 9th and 10th of September where there will be over 80 exhibitors, chef demonstrations and live music. More information at www.foodgusto.com or call 01530 411337.”

 

FAQs – Appleby Magna Food Gusto Festival 2017

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Q: Where is the event?

A: The Sir John Moore Foundation, Top Street, Appleby Magna, DE12 7AH.

 

Q: When is the event?

A: The event is on the 26th of August.

 

Q: How much is entry?

A: £2 for anyone over 12, 12 or under go free.

 

Q: Is there parking?

A: Parking is available for a donation opposite site. All vehicles are parked at owners risk. 

 

Q: Can you take dogs on site?

A: Yes, if they are on a lead.

 

Q: What time does the event run from?

A: 10:30am till 4:30pm.

 

Q: Is there disabled access?

A: Yes, talk to the stewards at the main gate and they will assist you with parking.

 

Q: Is there entertainment?

A: Yes, find a full set list here.

Fantastic Food Just One Day Away!

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With the summer coming to an end, why not come down to the Appleby Magna Food Gusto Festival this Saturday. We’ve got a wide range of great local food and drink, along with a great lineup of live entertainment.

The event is at the Sir John Moore Foundation, Top Street, Appleby Magna, DE12 7AH. Entry is £2 for anyone over 12, with children 12 or under going free with entry from 10:30am till 4:30pm. Parking is available for a suggested donation of £1 opposite site. All vehicles are parked at owners risk. For disabled access talk to the stewards at the main gate and they will assist you. You can take dogs on site if they are on a lead.

If you have any other questions please call us on 01530 411337.