Award-winning Cardiff blogger Jane Cook (of hungrycityhippy.co.uk) rounds up five of this month’s most interesting, must-try food and drink events that the city has to offer.
Street Food Cardiff – Sophia Gardens – Until Mon 25 Sept
The gathering of nomadic street food traders, vintage trailers, food trucks, chefs and mixologists will be based in Sophia Gardens in Bute Park until the end of this month. This year, a circus big top will again offer communal dining, while 20 artisan food trucks and themed bars will feature the local beers. Entry is £2 for adults after noon. For details on which traders will be there each week, visit street-food-cardiff.com
Lost Lands Cinema – Jacob’s Antique Rooftop – Sat 2 Sept
A celebration of food will take place on the roof of Jacob’s Antiques as Lost Lands’ pop-up cinema brings the cult film Chef with Cardiff’s very own Masterchef final 10 contestant Imran Nathoo on hand to provide the accompanying nibbles. There will also be a rooftop cocktail bar serving a selection of themed cocktails, craft beers, wine and prosecco. Tickets start from £10. For more details, visit www.facebook.com/lostlandsCinemas
Cheesefest – Tramshed – Sat 9 + Sun 10 Sept
A range of exciting cheese products and traders will gather at the Tramshed in Cardiff, offering street-food including mac and cheese waffles, halloumi fries, cheese cake pops, and cheesy popcorn.
Billed as “not your traditional farmers’ market of cheese”, Cheesefest aims to be a contemporary festival of modern cheese and street food. Tickets are available from £5 at www.cheesefestuk.com/cardiff
New Trader Showcase – Castle Emporium – Sat 9 Sept
To celebrate the Barber Room Cardiff, Charcutier Ltd and Ami’s Vintage and Preloved moving in, the Castle Emporium is holding a special promotions day. There’ll be discounts from lots of the traders, and it’s also the last chance to catch current exhibition Treading The Boards at the SHO Gallery & Shop. For more info, visit www.thecastleemporium.co.uk
Portuguese Wine Tasting – Kin + Ilk, Pontcanna – Thurs 28 Sept
From Algarve beaches to the breathtaking mountains of the north, Portugal is a land of contrasts. Learn about its diverse range of wines – from fizz to port, crisp dry whites to elegant reds – with Amanda Kynaston from Bay Tree Wine Company. Book with the team in store or call 029 2078 9842. Tickets cost £27.50 for bookings made before Mon 18 Sept, £30 after.
words JANE COOK