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80 of the best pictures from Taste of Grampian 2023 at P&J Live in Aberdeen

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Taste of Grampian 2023. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Taste of Grampian 2023. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
By Heather Fowlie and Karla Sinclair

Thousands of food and drink fans have already descended on Aberdeen’s P&J Live today to attend Taste of Grampian 2023.

Scotland’s premier one-day food and drink festival has returned with a stellar line-up of exhibitors, attractions and entertainment.

The pipe band welcomed the guests to the Taste of Grampian at P&J Live. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

Celebrity chefs James Martin, who is best-known for being one of the UK’s top chefs and presenting the ITV cookery show, James Martin’s Saturday Morning, and Poppy O’Toole are wowing audiences as they host a series of live cooking demonstrations.

It is Poppy’s first time at the festival, as well as her first trip to the north-east.

Poppy O’Toole posing for a photograph with the Beano characters. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole sampling some of the fantastic food and drinks. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Poppy stopped for a photo whilst visiting Mackies Ice Cream stall. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

While James’ demonstrations are being held outwith the main event arena, Poppy is taking centre stage on Taste of Grampian’s Live Kitchen.

There are also masterclasses from local chefs, drinks tastings, workshops and more taking place.

Early preparations at one of the fish stalls. Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
On the Main stage is The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Kevin Dalgleish on the main stage. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Steve Buchan from the Vegan Bay Baker also did a demonstration on the main stage. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

The street food vendors are keeping everyone fed while food and drink exhibitors continue to make sales and showcase their products to a wider audience.

Poppy O’Toole has a walk around the stalls and samples some of the delicious vendors before the crowds descend.  Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

Mackie’s of Scotland, Figment, Granite City Fish, G&M Whyte, Roehill Springs Distillery and Reynolds Corporate and Cocktail are among the businesses in attendance to sell their fare.

Local crafters are also getting the chance to highlight their wares.

Rosehill Springs Distillery stall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Granite City Fish stall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Mackies scrumptious chocolates. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
The 13 23 Jewellery stand showcasing some beautiful and delicate looking pieces. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson

This is the second time Taste of Grampian has taken place at the state-of-the-art Dyce venue since moving from Thainstone Exchange and Mart in Inverurie.

More than 6,500 people visited the festival, which celebrates the best of local food and drink in the north-east and further afield, last year.

Were you pictured at Taste of Grampian 2023?

James Martin with sponsors SRUC. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Here is the Walker’s Shortbread stand full of yummy shortbread and gifts. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole meets Costco Wholesale. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
James Martin with sponsors Brewdog. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
James Martin talking to sponsor Hilton TECA / Aloft. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
James Martin having a sit down and chat with sponsor Laings. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson demonstrating one of his dishes.  Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
First up on the main stage this morning is The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Sponsors sitting eagerly waiting to try The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson’s delicious dishes, Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson getting hands on in the main stage kitchen. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Julia Bryce offering her assistance to The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The Kilted Chef, Craig Wilson plating up his creation. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
A fantastic turnout of people to this years Taste of Grampian. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Joanna Forbes and Katie Powell enjoying their day out at this popular event. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Emma and Michael having a wander around at all the stall holders and vendors. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Reece Clare and Grace McCandlish enjoying the day’s activities. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Ellen Bain performing her solo for the crowds. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Whisky tasting with Duncan Taylor. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Crowd members had the chance to sample from the whisky tasting with Duncan Taylor. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
James Martin cooking demonstration on the main stage. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
James Martin during his cooking demonstration. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Quiet crowds listening intently to James Martin. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
James Martin speaking to the crowds during his cooking demonstration. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
James Martin discussing his culinary techniques and tips for those attending his demonstration.  Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Getting stuck in at his cooking demonstration. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Crowd participation at James Martin’s Q&A’s. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Levi Gear, Harris Way and Isaac Gear all posed for a photo at the Beano cutout. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Little Aniyah Grant having her face painted with a rainbow at the kids zone. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Stall holders hustling and bustling their amazing products to willing customers. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Chloe’s Kitchen stall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Lots of people sampling the different food and drink produce at the stalls.  Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
George and Shiela Proud enjoying a drink and a well earned rest from the multitude of stalls and vendors at the venue. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
A lads day out at Taste of Grampian with many food and drink options. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Matthew Ogg and Gary Duguid having a beer and a chat as they peruse the many aisles of stalls, workshops and activities. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Lolly’s Ice Cream stall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Delicious looking food being served up throughout the day from different vendors. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Ellon Spirits stall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Music performed by Geronimo keeping an upbeat atmosphere in the arena today. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Aberdam serving delicious food to the hungry crowds. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Also in attendance feeding the masses are the Seasonal Flavour stall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
A fantastic day enjoyed by crowds and vendors. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Crowds sampling the whisky from the whiskey tasting session. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Down the hatch for this whiskey sampler.  Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Ques formed for the James Martin book signing. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
James Martin signing books for two lovely ladies who were waiting in the que to meet him. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole having her photo taken with a fan. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole and Harry Davies getting their photograph taken together at her book signing. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Jack Grigor, Laura Grigor and Harry Davies beaming after meeting Poppy O’Toole and getting their books signed. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Amy Johnston showing off her signed book. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole interacting with the crowds as she cooks. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole skillfully slicing up the onions. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole talking the audience through her process for this dish. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole cooking. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The audience asked Poppy O’Toole a few questions. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Poppy O’Toole sharing her creation with those in the audience.  Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
John Elphinstone performing for the vibrant crowds. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Kilted Fudge Company stall. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Eilidh Snadden, Kirsty Knox, Siobhan Beggs and Ashley Armstrong with their shopping bags. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
EveIain Rennie and Amy Bannerman enjoying their time at the event. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson
Kevin Dalgleish doing his cooking demonstration. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Kevin Dalgleish interacting with the crowds. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Kids sitting with their parents on the artificial grass as they listen to the chefs during their interviews with Julia Bryce. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
James Martin chats to Julia Bryce after his cooking demonstration. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Hundreds of people went to the Taste Of Grampian event. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
The main stage had a big crowd throughout the cooking demonstrations. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Steve Buchan from the Vegan Bay Baker on the main stage. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson
Porterhouse Steak on the main stage with their demonstration. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

A range of local businesses signed up to support the event including Brewdog, Cala, Laings, P&J Live, Costco and PFI Lofthus.

The event was in association with Opportunity North East and ANM Group.

It is brought to you by The Press and Journal, Evening Express and Original 106.

For more information visit www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk, and read more here:

Ticket information…

Tickets on sale now.

Early bird tickets for admission are priced at £12.50 (plus a £1 booking fee) and children under 12 go free.

Parking in the underground car park on-site at P&J Live is also free.

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