No Smoke without Fire!
Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire is hosting the UK’s largest BBQ and cooking festival, “Smoke & Fire,” on July 20-21, 2024 – and The Chefs’ Forum will be there on the main stage.
The festival features live fire and BBQ demonstrations with gourmet barbecue flavours inspired by the Mississippi Delta and Deep South.
The Chefs’ Forum director Catherine Farinha is playing MC alongside guest chef Luciana Berry. It’s not the first time that they have appeared on stage together and the audience can be guaranteed a real show that is entertaining and educational at the same time. They will be showcasing Aussie picanha or rump cap, courtesy of Chefs’ Forum sponsor, Meat & Livestock Australia.
“It’s always a fun event and I’m thrilled to be working with Luciana again. Her Brazilian take on traditional BBQ is spectacular and she’s mixing it up in creating a beautiful Aussie picanha and ‘Feijão tropeiro’ of trooper beans, a Brazilian bean dish typical of the Southeast region, made of beans, toasted manioc or casava flour and dried meat. 
Come and see us!”
BBQ Alley will showcase the latest in BBQs and smokers, making it a haven for outdoor cooking aficionados. But the fun doesn’t stop with the food. The festival also caters to younger guests with rides, workshops, and a thrilling bucking rodeo bull contest. Adventurous foodies can test their mettle in the chili and hot wing eating challenges.
Live music will provide the perfect backdrop to this culinary extravaganza, creating a lively atmosphere throughout the weekend. Additionally, a mini Real Ale and Cider festival will offer a relaxing spot for attendees to wind down and enjoy the festivities.
“Smoke & Fire” at Ascot Racecourse promises an unforgettable summer experience, combining mouth-watering food, family-friendly activities, and live entertainment. With so much on offer, it’s an event not to be missed. Tickets are available now, so gather your family and friends for a BBQ and outdoor cooking adventure like no other.
