Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight facts for kids
The Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight is a special event held every year in Scotland. It's like a big party that celebrates all the amazing food and drinks made in Scotland. This event shows off how many different kinds of food and drinks there are, who makes them, and their long history. It happens at the start of September and is put together by two groups: Scotland Food & Drink and VisitScotland.
What is the Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight?
This exciting event brings together over 200 smaller activities all across Scotland. Each one is designed to show off a different part of Scotland's delicious food culture. Imagine lots of fun things to do, like:
- Food festivals
- Farmers' markets where you can buy fresh local produce
- Street parties with tasty treats
- Cooking shows with famous chefs
- Live cooking demonstrations
- Events where you can taste new foods
Join the Celebration!
Everyone is encouraged to take part in the Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight. Whether you live in Scotland or are just visiting, you can:
- Try new foods that are made right there in Scotland.
- Learn about the local people who produce these foods.
- Discover the interesting history behind Scottish cooking.
- Show off new dishes you've created.
- Host your own traditional Scottish dinners and parties.
The goal is to celebrate the huge variety of Scottish food and drinks available.
Examples of Fun Events
Many different kinds of events happen during the Fortnight. For example:
- A festival called Jocktoberfest, which is like a Scottish version of Oktoberfest, celebrates Scottish drinks.
- The Wee G & T Festival in Perth focuses on different Scottish beverages and mixers.
- The Edinburgh Harvest Festival is held at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh. This festival shows off the many types of Scottish vegetables that grow there.
