Music festivals can be polarising; from the music genre to the inevitable mud, dirt and everything in between, although enjoyed by many, the summer music festival calendar is not for everyone.
Food on the other hand... food brings people together, and we all have to eat, right?
If wandering around food markets and tasty festivals, grazing to your hearts content in the summer sunshine is your thing, these are some of the best summer food festivals around the world that you need to know about.
Taste of Dublin
When: 15 - 18 June
Discover a haven for foodies in the (not-so) secret surrounds of the walled Iveagh Gardens in Dublin city centre. Indulge in a world of culinary excellence, where visitors will have exclusive access to try the finest ingredients from talented Irish artisan producers, participate in masterclasses hosted by Ireland's top culinary talent and listen to live music as the sun-kissed festival unfolds.
tasteofdublin.ie
Singapore Food Festival
When: 19 - 30 July
Famed for its street food carts or hawkers, Singapore is home to some incredible cuisine, dishes of both local classics and interesting international twists. The Singapore Food Festival (SFF) is a two-week food festival celebrating the best and most innovative culinary dishes from a bevvy of talented Singaporean chefs and local producers. From masterclasses, discussions and stalls of sweet, savoury, spicy dishes and more, there will be something for all tastes and interests at the 30th edition of the Singapore Food Festival.
singaporefoodfestival.sg
London Wing Fest
When: 28 - 30 July
Go classic or get adventurous, this is the ultimate chicken wing feast. For three days, the best of the best will come together to serve up more than 200,000 wings. Whether you like them spicy, crispy, or slathered in sauce, this is the place to try them all. Tickle your taste buds with flavours of Flaming Hot Cheetos, spicy honey, sweet chili, classic Buffalo, garlic parmesan and more.
wingfest.co.uk
Maine Lobster Festival
When: 2 - 6 August
Immerse yourself in five delicious days filled with succulent seafood delights, especially the star of the show—lobster! Let your taste buds embark on a tantalising journey, indulging in the finest local catches prepared by skilled culinary artisans. As you relish each bite of that freshly made lobster roll, embrace the captivating energy of festival grounds.
mainelobsterfestival.com
Toronto Food Truck Festival
When: 4 - 7 August
With free admission and more than 30 different food trucks serving up mouth-watering dishes, this is a food lovers paradise. From traditional Canadian poutine fries and Vietnamese-Mexican fusion tacos to Punjabi comfort food and cheesecake slices on a stick, you definitely won’t leave here hungry.
canadianfoodtruckfestivals.com/toronto
Copenhagen Cooking
When: 18 - 27 August
Join 1500 people and dine together on one gigantic long table, this is a street party like you've never experienced before. The Copenhagen Cooking food festival champions local suppliers, producers and bringing together those who love food. Different events and cooking demonstrations are dotted throughout the city, but the main aspect is the eating. Community is a massive part of culture in Copenhagen, and this food festival brings that to the fore: bring your own plate and cutlery, sit down beside your neighbour and let the dining experience unfold in front of you.
copenhagencooking.com
