Exhibitors in 2011 Print

Alnwick Food Festival is pleased to welcome the following exhibitors in 2011

EXHIBITORS IN THE MARKET PLACE

Allendale Brewery

Real Ales - Award winning ales from our brewery on the edge of the rugged North Pennines

 www.allendalebrewery.com

 

Brocksbushes

Brocksbushes Farm Shop & Tea Room is open every day, full of delicious homemade cakes, pies and local produce.  In addition are the pick-your-own fields of fruit available during the summer season.

www.brocksbushes.co.uk

Cake. (All the Cake)

At Cake. baking is our passion, so much so that we bake every day on the premises.  You'll find us in the heart of Newcastle in our Grainger Street shop. 

www.allthecake.com

Cake Root

Yummy cakes based on root vegetables like chocolate and beetroot along with special scones like stilton and walnut and massive homemade meringues

www.thecakeroot.co.uk 

Chain Bridge Honey Farm

Honey & beeswax products - We are beefarmers from Berwick and keep 1,500 hives of bees in North Northumberland and the Scottish Borders.  Besides selling honey, we make cosmetics, polish and candles from our beeswax.  We also have a Visitor Centre and vintage vehicles near the Chainbridge, Horncliffe. 

www.chainbridgehoney.co.uk

 

Chirnells Farmhouse Kitchen

Bread, cakes, scones, teabreads, traybakes, biscuits, chutney - all made by hand in our farmhouse kitchen with recipes that have been handed down through the generations of my family, plus some of my own recipes

Coquet Whisky & Chocolates

Unique Northumberland Black Rory Whisky and Myrtle Gin - 10 years old and infused with Northumberland bog myrtle.  Delicious handmade chocolate bars and Northumberland's own chocolate 'clarts'.

www.coquetwhisky.co.uk
www.coquetchocolate.co.uk

Cupcake and Co.

Cupcake & Co are a small cupcake bakery based in South Shields.  Specialising in flavoured cupcakes, mini cake bars and bite-sized treats - all locally made.

www.cupcakeandco.co.uk

Doddington Dairy

Distinctive dairy ice cream and cheese - only the finest of ingredients are used and where possible we try to source ingredients locally, with quality being of paramount.Our ice creams contain only simple ingredients such as full cream milk, double cream, sugar, egg yolks and real flavours.  

www.doddingtondairy.co.uk

 

Frere Quenelle Liqueurs

 

Frere Quenelle's famous flavoured vodkas are back.  Come and try our exciting range - you know you're worth it.

www.getintothehabit.co.uk

Fudge Fudge Fudge

Our fudges are made the traditional way, in small batches, hand stirred over high heat, poured into cooling trays and hand cut.
Ingredients including full cream milk, sugar and butter.
 

Heatherslaw Bakery

Bakers of traditional fine hand baked biscuits, cakes and bread, all made to our own recipes at Cornhill-on-Tweed, Northumberland in the middle of the Northumbrian countryside

 www.heatherslawbakery.co.uk

Hot Stuff Chilli Company

Hot Stuff Chilli Company is a family-run business.  We cook, bottle and label all our chilli products by hand.  We specialise in sauces, jams, oils and chillis from around the world

www.hotstuffchillicompany.co.uk

It's in the Bag

Recipe-sized herb / spice / aromatic mixes ; homemade marinades, oils and sauces. It's in the bag bring you authentic flavours from around the world

 

Julians Veg

 Locally grown seasonal fresh fruit & vegetables. We deliver quality fresh produce to homes, schools, holiday cottages, shops and restaurants throughout Northumberland and Scottish Borders as well as selling produce at local Farmers' Markets. 

www.juliansveg.co.uk

Kenspeckle Confectionery

Fudges and Chocolate - Kenspeckle is a Northumbrian word for 'distinctive'.  Visit our stand and you will discover the recipes, tastes, and textures that make our creations so special

www.kenspeckle.co.uk

Marta Vine

Portuguese wine specialists with a unique selection that is imported directly from quality producers.  Marta Vine has a wide range of rosés, whites and reds - as well as some Portuguese speciality fortified wines.

www.martavine.co.uk

 

Kitty's Homemade Ginger Wine

Kitty's Homemade non-alcoholic Ginger Wine delivers a sophisticated and refreshing taste with an immediacy of fresh ginger, citrus and eastern spices.  Not hot, but peppery with a long warm demi-sweet finish.

Northumberland County Council Waste Management

Promotion of food saving activities, reducing food waste, savvy shopping & explain best-before dates

www.northumberland.gov.uk/waste

Moorhouse Farm Shop

Great fresh meat direct from our own farm - handmade sausage and burgers, home cured bacon and gammon.  Honey roast hams, meat pies and great cakes from our farm shop kitchen.  All available at Alnwick's monthly Farmers' Market and from the Farm Shop at Stannington Station, as well as at the Food Festival

 www.moorhousefarmshop.co.uk 

Northumberland Cheese Co.

A well-established maker of handmade farmhouse cheeses, you will find our products Farmers' Markets throughout the year, as well as in delicatessens and some supermarkets. Why not visit us at our farm shop and tea room in Blagdon. 

www.northumberlandcheese.co.uk

Northumberland Poultry

Free range and organic chicken, free range duck and guinea fowl. Reared in an extensive free range and ethical manner, they spend time foraging on grasses, herbs and locally grown grains and pulses, growing slowly under natural conditions, thus making a truly spectacular table-bird.

www.northumberlandpoultry.co.uk

Northumberland Estates Game

Local game in season from the Duke of Northumberland's Estate

 

Northumbria Muffins

Luxury muffins produced using locally grown ingredients wherever possible and baked fresh daily in Northumberland.  Huge variety of flavours from blueberry to banoffee and triple chocolate to toffee apple.  We also produce savoury varieties such as tomato & basil.  Personalised muffins are baked to order for special occasions.

www.northumbriamuffins.co.uk

Oleifera

(Hammond Food Oils)

Oleifera offers consumers the very best cold-pressed rapeseed oil.  Wonderfully versatile in the kitchen, Oleifera is a multi-purpose oil, winning accolades and awards for its mellow tones and subtle nutty flavour.

www.oleifera.co.uk

Purely Pork

We rear British rare breed pigs on our family owned farm. They are kept outdoors in family groups in high welfare conditions.  All stock live in woodland or grass paddocks.  We produce exceptional pork roasts, bacon, sausages, chops and gammon. 

www.purelypork.co.uk

R Turnbull & Sons

Turnbull's award-winning home-baked pies and pastries, cooked fresh on our premises opposite the Market Square. We are also providing the meat for the 'Dine with Novelli' evening.

www.turnbulls-of-alnwick.co.uk

Rafters

 

Homemade gateaux & traditional pies Traditional old-fashioned recipes are used in our products - we sell by the slice to accommodate individuals and smaller families.

 

Ruby Rose Cupcakes

 All of our cakes are hand baked in our own kitchen and individually decorated with delicious frostings. We offer a range of flavours and sizes, from 'one bite' to 'three bites'. Ideal for gifts, treats, birthdays, weddings, parties & corporate entertaining. Or just for pure self indulgence.

www.rubyrosecupcakes.co.uk

Sloe Crafts

Sloe Gin is Sloe Craft's signature product, along with other fruit liqueurs - Damson Vodka being the newest addition.  Fruits from the alcohol are turned into old-fashioned preserves and condiments and the new addition of Apple & Sloe Cheese. 

www.sloecrafts.com

Saddleworth Cheese Company

Saddleworth Cheese was established by the well known actor Sean Wilson. Sean’s has a keen passion for food and love of creating some of the most exciting cheeses in the UK industry today.

www.saddleworthcheese.co.uk

Spicy Monkey

 

Authentic homemade curry pastes, spice mixes, marinades and hot sauces inspired by our travels

 

www.spicymonkey.co.uk

Taste the Caribbean 

Importers of authentic Caribbean sauces and rubs

 www.tastethecaribbean.org

The Brownie Bar 

The Brownie Bar offers a selection of gorgeously gooey rich chocolate brownies in a variety of flavours

 

The Farm Bakery

The Farm Bakery delivers bread, rolls and morning goods throughout the North East

Facebook @ "The Farm Bakery Shop"

Spurreli 

Spurreli icecream is made on our Amble premises using the best of ingredients, fresh Northumbrian pedigree milk and cream from Marley Cote Walls farm, and flavoured from the wide seasonal ingredients available to us on our doorstep.

http://www.spurreli.com/

The Lamb Man

Fresh Texel cross hill lamb, reared, butchered, and packed at Wingates in licensed on-farm Butchery.  New for this season: hot smoked lamb and knife sharpening service.  Bring any old tired knives, wrapped in a towel, and they will be sharpened for you.

www.thelambman.com

The Mad Jam Woman 

A wonderful selection of award-winning jams, marmalades, relishes and dips - including the wonderful "Arson Fire" and the very hot "Tonsil Blaster"

 

Trees Can't Dance

 Made using only the tastiest natural ingredients and bursting with authentic chilli flavours, our range of Chilli Sauces, In-the-Bag Marinades, Jams, etc

 

www.tcdfoods.co.uk

The Proof of the Pudding

 Award-winning and luxury traditional steamed and baked puddings carefully home made in small batches in a local farmhouse kitchen - luxury raspberry and almond, marmalade with orange liqueur, sticky toffee and sticky ginger, chocolate, lemon, golden syrup, spotted dick and the exclusive Alnwick Rum Christmas pudding. 

www.theproofofthepudding.co.uk

 

Thistly Cross Cider

Award-winning Scottish farmhouse cider from South Belton Farm, in the heart of the East Lothian. From pressing the Scottish apples and strawberries, to achieving the smooth, balanced Thistly Cross flavour, we're involved at every stage

www.thistlycross.co.uk

The Sustainable Garden Company

A range of herbs in clay pots ideal for the kitchen windowsill and herb garden

Stan Timmins has had a passion for gardening all his life. An expert in garden design, arboriculture, nursery work and all aspects of amenity horticulture, he runs his own garden design and build business. He worked for many years in Newcastle parks department where he won gold and silver awards at RHS Tatton Park, BBC Gardeners World, and RHS Chelsea. 

His Chelsea design depicting the Lindisfarne Gospels is now permanently displayed on Holy Island.

Truly Scrumptious

A family business based in the heart of Northumberland producing high quality luxury butter fudge in an ever-increasing array of flavours.  A flavour to suit all.  Gluten free.  Gift boxes and favours available

www.trulyscrumptiousfudge.co.uk 

 

Yellowfields

Yellow Fields rapeseed oil is grown on our family farm at Stanton, Northumberland.  It is a delicious versatile oil used for cooking and dipping.

www.rapeseedoil.co.uk

Yum Yum Cookie Mixes

Yum Yum Cookie Mixes are attractively presented jars of dried ingredients used to make delicious home-baked cookies.  They make fantastic gifts for young cooks as well as others who love baking.

     

    

ART & CRAFT MARKET - Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th

The Art & Craft Market has been sponsored by Baileys of Alnwick. Conroys the Jewellers have sponsorsed the participation of two young scholarship entrepreneurs from Allendale Forge Studio. 

Alnwick Apothecary

Herbal Products - featuring a selection of own-make of herbal creams, lotions, oils, soaps, bath salts, infusions, etc 

www.alnwickapothecary.co.uk

Card Couture

At Card Couture we produce high quality handmade greeting cards for all occasions. 

We have a range of luxury, bespoke cards that you can keep forever as they come presented in their own gift boxes.  Every card is handmade, so each one is unique down to the smallest detail and we can personalise the greeting to suit you.

THIS STALL IS SPONSORED BY CONROYS (JEWELLERS)

 

Cyclelife Alnwick

 

Everything for your cycling needs on your doorstep

http://cyclelife-alnwick.co.uk

Gems

A great selection of designer silver jewellery at sensible prices

Jangles

High Street fashion jewellery at knock-down prices.

 

 

Firefly Forest

Firefly Forest offers forest school activities including woodland crafts, conservation awards, environmental education and bushcraft skills to groups of young people across Northumberland through teambuilding days, craft workshops and programmes over a longer period focusing on social and emotional development.

www.fireflyforest.co.uk

THIS STALL IS SPONSORED BY CONROYS (JEWELLERS)

Natural Empathy

Award winnig natural beauty products from the heart of Northumberland, Natural Empathy brings advanced natural formulas free from parabens, mineral oils and nasty chemicals.  Products to delight your senses and provide genuine results.

 www.naturalempathy.com

Northside Surf School

A surf school based on the Northumberland coast, teaching people of all ages.  We even have access to our own 'Private Beach road'!  Kids parties, stag 'n' hen dos, taster lessons and courses available.  All surfing equipment for sale and hire.  Also, SUP lessons available (Stand up Paddle).  Gift and surf lesson vouchers for sale!

www.northside-surf-school.co.uk

 

David Hall – Artist

Natural history and historical designs and illustrations

 

www.davidhallartist.co.uk

 

 Snapper Photography

Memorable images from around the Region. Snapper Photography caters for all your photographic needs - stylish photos to bring a wall to life, a portrait or a record of a special day

www.snapper-photography.co.uk

 

Studio Two Ceramics
& Steele Boutique

Mother and daughter, Veronica Ballan and Becky Rawlinson, team up to  display hand sculpted ceramic animals and figures by Veronica with upcycled fabric creations - bags, scarves and cushions - by Becky.

www.studio2-ceramics.co.uk

Sparkles

Handmade quality jewellery pieces using beads sourced from around the world.

 www.sparkles-sparkles.co.uk

 

Muddy Fingers Pottery

A chance to get hands-on and dirty with thsi interactive display - or to buy kitchenware made by the professionals

www.muddyfingerspottery.com

Harrison Handmade Paper

Try you hand at a making 'Paper from your Picnic' with Dr Chris Harrison who will demonstrate paper making using garden herbs and other natural ingredients. Hand made craft items for sale

Unique Jewellery Design

 

Jewellery using semi-precious stones, hematite, real pearls.  Ladies, children's or men's pieces; bridal, evening and ethnic styles; turquiose, agate, jade, coral; and many more

www.uniquejewellerydesign.co.uk

  COMMUNITY MARKET - Sunday 25th only

The Community Market has been sponsored by Wilkinson

Aln Valley Railway Society

Heritage railway information and sale of railway souvenirs for fundraising    

www.alnvalleyrailway.co.uk             

Alnwick Community Centre

Selling bakery and hand-made fashion

www.alnwickcommunitydevelopmenttrust.org.uk 

Alnwick Area Friends of the Earth

A full programme of talks and demonstrations exploring topics of food sustainability - encouraging us to eat more local and more seasonal foods

 

Bailiffgate Museum

Heritage-related memorabilia and  information about the Museum
Postcards,  pocket-money toys, heritageCDs, etc

www.bailiffgatemuseum.co.uk

Alnwick Baptist Church

Charity Fundraising through the sale of home produce -
jam, home-grownvegetables, etc.

 

The Gallery Youth Project

Grafitti artist John Craggs will lead an interactive spray-painting workshop. Let your artistic imagination run free!

Boulmer Volunteer Rescue Service

Support Boulmer volunteer lifeboat station 

Carers Northumberland

A chance to learn more about the great work of this charity - supporting carers acrooss the county

 

Hospice Care Northumberland

Alnwick Food Festival has chosen Hospice Care’s Jam Jar Army appeal as its partner charity for 2011

www.hospicecare-nn.org.uk 

Sustain, Food Co-ops Project

The alliance for better food & farming

Supporting the developments ans sustainability of local food co-ops through our Food Co-ops Toolkit, one-to-one advice, study visits, events and training,  advice on legal structures, etc.

www.foodcoops.org

 

The National Trust

Information about The National Trust from local membershiip officer, Robert Nolan

Wilkinson

Our sponsors will alos have a stall at the Community Market seling a range of homeware items

www.wilkinsonplus.com