A new food and drink festival is set to debut in Port Sunlight this Easter, and it promises to be a delightful event for all. The Sugar & Spice Festival, hosted by the Port Sunlight Village Trust and The Chocolate Cellar, will take place on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 March, from 9.30am to 5pm. With more than 20 stalls offering a diverse range of flavours from around the world, the festival is a must-visit for food enthusiasts and families.
Located in Diamond Park and Museum Green at the heart of the village, the festival will provide the perfect setting for a weekend of indulgence. Charlene Davies, the Public Programme Manager at Port Sunlight Village Trust, expressed great enthusiasm for the event, highlighting the picturesque village of Port Sunlight as an ideal location for such a delightful festival.
The Sugar & Spice Festival will be a free event, allowing visitors to explore and enjoy a wide array of culinary delights. From delicious chocolate and homemade honey to tempting Indian wraps and Lebanese pastries, there will be something to satisfy every palate. Highlights include the offerings from the Liverpool Cheese Company, Pen Y Lan Pork, Cake House Wirral, and Seasoned Pioneers, among others. The festival will also feature honey-based products from Sunlight Bees and eye-catching prints, cards, and fabrics by village-based illustrator Katie Tyson.
Bala Croman, the owner of The Chocolate Cellar, also expressed excitement about the upcoming festival, stating that creating a family-friendly event featuring a variety of delectable food and drink options has been a long-time dream. The festival promises to be an enchanting weekend, and the organisers are looking forward to bringing together attendees to celebrate the culinary delights on offer.
In addition to the food and drink festival, Port Sunlight’s popular Easter trail will take place on the same dates, providing families with the opportunity to explore the village while participating in a fun-filled activity. Throughout the trail, families will search for bee-themed clues and be rewarded with a delightful chocolate treat. Tickets for the Easter trail are priced at £6 each and include a pair of wings and bee boppers. Pre-booking is essential, and families are encouraged to secure their tickets early to avoid disappointment.
The Sugar & Spice Festival promises to be a fantastic event, with a lineup of confirmed stallholders offering an impressive selection of food, drinks, and activities. Attendees can look forward to enjoying everything from chocolates and sweet treats from The Chocolate Cellar, to mouthwatering hog roast from Pen Y Lan Pork, and a variety of hot foods from Namak Kitchen. Other stallholders include Foragers Fancy, Piadina Pronto, Hyacinth Ice Cream, Liverpool Cheese Company, and many more.
Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on the inaugural Sugar & Spice Festival in Port Sunlight this Easter. It’s sure to be a delightful weekend filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a lot of fun for the entire family.