Published Date:
08 June 2009
Thousands of people got a taste of what Petersfield has to offer when they flocked to the town's food festival on Sunday.
Over 70 stalls lined The Square and the High Street as East Hampshire's food producers gathered to sell the fruits of their labour.
There was a wide range of tasty fare to purchase – from seasonal fruit and vegetables to jars of jams and pickles and sweets and biscuits.
The weather was kind on the annual event – heavy overnight rain and thunder storms cleared so that the crowds could enjoy buying local produce in bright sunshine.
Some of the district's top chefs showed off their skills during demonstrations on the stage and the first ever Petersfield Food Awards were handed out as well.
On Saturday evening the rains held off long enough for residents and visitors to enjoy a night of live music and a wide range of food and drink from the street kitchen.
Festival organiser Philip Haines was pleased with the turnout and to see so many visitors in the town centre.
He said: "It was a fantastic turnout. It was good to see so many people enjoying themselves - and people of all ages as well.
"Petersfield is at the heart of food production in East Hampshire – at this event it really is a case of seeing the food going from the field to the table."
Organisers are hoping to expand next year's event to include a larger part of the town centre.
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Last Updated:
08 June 2009 6:02 PM
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Location:
Petersfield