The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) has revealed that it mounted
an exhibition at the National Geographic Traveller Food Festival – a unique
celebration of food and travel. Now in its third year, on Saturday 15 th July, over
7,000 food lovers visited London’s Business Design Centre for the event.
It was a first for the twin island nation of Antigua and Barbuda as it was one of the
destinations represented at the Food Festival, showcasing local delicacies such as
saltfish, fungi, goat water with fried dumplings, seasoned rice, sugar cake and rum
cake, provided by London-based Antiguan caterers.
Special guest, Kareem Roberts, son of Antiguan cricketing legend Sir Andy
Roberts, joined the stand following his appearance on the Great British Menu to
discuss Antigua and Barbuda’s culinary delights.
At the wider festival, there were demonstrations and interviews with the culinary
world's leading voices on the Main Stage, teaching guests how to make delicious
dishes in the Masterclass Theatres. The legendary celebrity chef Andi Oliver
appeared in the Speakers Corner followed by a book signing of her recent book
Pepperpot Diaries. On the exhibition floor, a wide array of exhibitors from across
the globe offered samples and expertise, while in the Marketplace, visitors were
able to buy gifts, source rare ingredients for their store cupboards and enjoy some
of London’s best street food all in one place.
Director – UK & Europe for the ABTA, Cherrie Osborne says: “We were thrilled
to be exhibiting for the first time at such a prestigious event which was attended by
so many keen travellers. The National Geographic Food Festival is a fantastic way
to share Antigua and Barbuda’s gastronomy with foodies, inspiring them to
consider the islands for their next culinary holiday. We were especially excited to
promote Restaurant Week 2024 following the incredible success of the 2023
iteration.”
For more information on Antigua and Barbuda
visit www.visitantiguabarbuda.com. For more information on the National
Geographic Traveller Food Festival 2023
visit www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/national-geographic-traveller-food-festival
