British Food Fortnight is approaching fast; September 19 – October 4. 2020 has been an incredibly difficult year, during which we’ve seen communities pulling together to ensure everyone has access to food as well as many rediscovering the joys of buying and supporting local producers. There is no better time for everyone to join the celebrations and share their love for British food.
Now in its 19th year British Food Fortnight has been the catalyst for small and large organisations and community groups across the nation to instil the importance of buying British to protect farmers, food producers and the countryside. This year the Fortnight is poised to take place as usual with menu promotions celebrating British food and, in particular, the local food chains that have sustained the country throughout the pandemic.
New for this year is British Food Fortnight’s online show, open to all from Saturday, September 19 with new features being added daily throughout the fortnight. Visitors can see their favourite Ambassadors cooking delicious British ingredients in the cookery theatre; meet producers and hear first-hand about the food they make; and join in the Big British Food Fortnight Debate that will feature leaders responsible for food in our schools, hospitals, care homes and communities.
Panel discussions will take place throughout the fortnight discussing key issues such as sustainability; why buy British; and the nutritional benefits of different foods. There will also be trade stands for visitors to visit and enjoy the special promotions on offer.
The team of Love British Food Ambassadors are leading this year’s British Food Fortnight national competition encouraging us all to show our love for British food. The competition is open to everyone who has been involved in an uplifting gesture or activity that has British food at its heart. Simply share your story and why you are taking part, the person or group with the most inspiration take on British food and drink will be announced the winner. Closing date for the competition is October 24 and winners will be announced on Friday, November 6.
While the Fortnight is an important focal point for British food producers, work behind the scenes is year-round for organisers Love British Food. Working with a number of high-profile celebrities, such as leading chef Raymond Blanc, Liz Earle, Candice Brown and Alex Hollywood and Local Authority Caterers, Hospital Caterers Association and National Association of Care Catering, the campaign for British food has a strong network of big influencers.
