| The three-day festival, which kicks off at Camperdown Park tomorrow, is recognised as the premier event of its kind in the country and organisers are no doubt hoping to beat the previous record of 25,500 visitors set two years ago.
The marquees started going up last week and, by tomorrow morning, will be awash with colour as they are filled with striking arrays of floral arrangements.
Among those passing on their horticultural know-how this year will be Gardeners’ World presenter Carol Klein, while Radio Scotland’s Beechgrove Potting Shed will be paying a visit, with Frieda Morrison and guests.
The festival has grown and developed from its roots as a flower show and now offers a wide range of entertainment for everyone.
With the food side of the event becoming increasingly important, the festival has attracted a number of well-known chefs.
James Martin, presenter of Saturday Kitchen, and former local Jeremy Lee, of The Blueprint Cafe in London, head the roll call of kitchen experts, which also includes Craig Millar, of The Seafood restaurants in St Andrews and St Monans, and Bruce Price, executive chef with Apex Hotels.
The festival will also feature a real ale tent and a special series of whisky-tasting workshops with Richard Prendiville, from The Famous Grouse distillery.
There will be the usual wide range of stalls and exhibitions, ranging from a display on “Potatoes Through The Ages” to a craft marquee.
The youngest members of the family have not been forgotten, either, with a full range of children’s events, theatre and music, including The Circus Alchemy Magic Show, Half Daft the Clown, fun woodland activities and a children’s marquee.
The festival is open from 11am to 6pm tomorrow; from 10am to 6pm on Saturday; and from 10am to 5.30pm on Sunday.
More details on each day’s programme and on transport to Camperdown Park can be obtained on www.dundeeflowerand foodfestival.com |
