The biggest food and drink festival in the North West is back in 2016 and, once again, it’s better than ever before!

From Friday to Bank Holiday Monday, the town will come alive with sights and smells from around the globe for the 11th Bolton Food and Drink Festival.

Festival at a glance - Sunday, August 28 

On Sunday there 's some great, family themed events taking place, so that you and all the family can enjoy some extra-special family time.

Nadiya Hussain is headlining the events and what a treat she has in store!

Sunday Brunch with the family, a cookery demo and a Slattery Afternoon Tea Picnic are all on the menu.

Sunday Brunch – Join Nadiya for a fantastic Sunday Brunch. Not just a fabulous cook, Nadiya is also about to become an author, with her first children’s book ‘Bake Me a Story’, due to be published in September. The book features a collection of recipes and stories that have been rewriter with a ‘modern twist’ For example, “Goldilocks and the Three Bears and the Very Berry Shopping List” will be included, alongside a recipe for Very Berry Breakfast Muffins.

For this special demo Nadiya will not only be baking one of her tasty family friendly recipes but doing a short reading from her fabulous new book!

With a special discounted family ticket available and the price of the demo including some tasty pastries and muffins with fresh juices so that you can start the day off with full tummies!

Cookery Demonstration – At 12.30pm Nadiya will take to the stage for a fantastic cookery demonstration. This is your chance to watch her cook up a storm in a brilliant, informative demo.

Slattery Afternoon Tea Picnic - The Afternoon Tea session went down a storm last year so they’re bringing it back and making it a family affair for 2016.

To give it a unique twist, the cost not only includes an individual Slattery afternoon tea served in your own unique picnic box but also a live demo from Nadiya.

And, if that wasn't enough, Nadiya will also be joined by some well-known friends for a bit of a natter!

What more could you want on a Sunday Afternoon but an afternoon packed with sumptuous tasty treats, top cookery tips and some fun and relaxed chat?!

PREVIEW: Day 1 of Bolton Food and Drink Festival

PREVIEW: Day 2 of Bolton Food and Drink Festival​

PREVIEW: Day 4 of Bolton Food and Drink Festival

Meet the 20 celebrity/ regional chefs and TV wine experts coming to Bolton Food & Drink Festival

Sunday 28th August

10am

Free cookery demo with Luis Troyano

The Vaults, The Marketplace Shopping Centre

10.30am – 11.30am

Family Sunday Brunch and storytelling with Nadiya Hussain

Festival Marquee, Victoria Square

11am

Free cookery demo with Rosie Dummer – Pimp up your cupcake

The Vaults, The Marketplace Shopping Centre

12noon

Free cookery demo with Luis Troyano

The Vaults, The Marketplace Shopping Centre

12.30pm – 1.30pm

Nadiya Hussain cookery demo

Festival Marquee, Victoria Square

1pm

Free cookery demo with Mike Harrison & Special Guest – Food heaven / Food hell

The Vaults, The Marketplace Shopping Centre

2pm

Free cookery demo with Luis Troyano

The Vaults, The Marketplace Shopping Centre

2.30pm – 4.30pm

Slattery Afternoon Tea Picnic with Nadiya Hussain and guests Festival Marquee, Victoria Square

3pm

Free cookery demo with ‘In truffle we trust’ The Vaults, The Marketplace Shopping Centre