The cream of Manchester’s culinary crop turned out for a glamorous gathering at the Palace Hotel to celebrate the Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards.… read more
The twelfth Manchester Food and Drink Festival was another fantastic highlight of the foodie calendar, with 12 days absolutely full of events, festivities and activities.… read more
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MFDF 2009 Award Winners…
The cream of Manchester’s culinary crop turned out for a glamorous gathering at the Palace Hotel to celebrate the Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards.… read more
MFDF Cheese Challenge…
The Cheese challenge took place on St Ann's square on Thursday 01st of October and, We had over 340 votes from the public.
The Results… read more
Buy Virtual MFDF Allotment…
This year throughout the festival we will be raising money for the Manchester Food and Drink Festival Grass Roots Foundation – a charitable fund… read more
Events: 02/10/2009
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Grumpy Mule Brings Tasty Coffee to Barbakan
At Barbakan on Friday 02nd Oct, 2009Owned by Stefan and Joanna Najduch for over 20 years, Barbakan has evolved over 40+ years. Daily bread, sandwiches, salads and fresh soups are made on the premises (and we hold a regular Saturday barbeque)
DitC Special Event: Cocktail Dinner at Linen
At Linen restaurant @ Manchester 235 Casino on Friday 02nd Oct, 2009
Explore the city’s after-dark dining experiences with MFDF’s Dinner in the City series. In association with Forever Manchester, this exciting new programme of highlight events is set to showcase a unique signature experience at top restaurants each evening throughout the festival. MFDF has worked together with the venue’s chefs to…
Christmas Party Preview Event
At Walkabout Inn on Friday 02nd Oct, 2009
Walkabout Inn is hosting a party preview showcasing the vast event facilities, amazing drinks, and bonza buffet food, not only for Christmas, but also for celebrations throughout the year. Enjoy some food samplings, drinks, great music and inspiration to pimp your party Aussie style. This is a Free Event.…
Introducing the MOOCOW Cupcoat from Cup Couture NY
At MOOCOW coffee on Friday 02nd Oct, 2009
MOOCOW coffee has teamed up with Cup Couture and imported these New York designed cupcoats from the US. The eco-chic alternative to the cardboard sleeve. Add a dash of fashion to your morning extra MOO latte! Be the one to start a trend and be green. Makes the perfect…
MFDF 'Independent and Local' Wine Festival
At Urbis on Friday 02nd Oct, 2009
Do you know your Chardonnay from your Shiraz? Could you distinguish a Semillon from a Sancerre? Well now is your chance to find out as MFDF 2009 presents an exciting new event for serious wine lovers and novices alike. Our MFDF Independent and Local Wine Festival (Friday, October 2 -…
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Outdoor Events
The City Centre becomes a hive of activity during MFDF, click below to find out what's happening at the 2 main Festival Hotspots!
Festival Finale
MFDF's culinary celebrations are set to culminate with a three-day extravaganza of fine food, bespoke beers and entertainment. The Festival Finale Pavilion will take shape in Albert Square, ...More info.
St. Ann's Square
Check out the festival fine food village.More info.
Chef Demos
Prepare to be stunned by the culinary wizardry taking place in the chef demonstration theatre. More info.
Taste of Manchester
Visit Taste of Manchester for a news and reviews of things foodie and fun in Manchester. Visit site.
