National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival 2025

Business Design Centre, London.

National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival 2025

The National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival offers attendees a culinary journey like no other. Watch live cooking demos from some of the biggest names in food; hear cookbook authors discuss their inspirations; learn more about cheese, chocolate, cocktails and wine via a dedicated, expert-led tasting session; improve your food photography; or learn how to make a classic dish at the Masterclass Theatres. It’s a chance to expand your palate, broaden your horizons and try something new! 

General Information: 

  • Dates: 19-20 July 2025 
  • Time: Saturday: 10am-6pm, Sunday: 10am-4.30pm 
  • Location: Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, London N1 0QH 
  • Age requirement: All ages welcome; under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. Please let us know if you intend to bring a child or infant under the age of 2.  
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. Carers can enter free of charge provided that they accompany someone with an Adult/Child ticket and show proof of them being a carer upon entry.  
  • On-the-door tickets: Tickets on the door will be available at the full general admission price of £25.
  • FAQs: Please read our FAQs here.

Tickets for Tasting Sessions, Photography Workshops, and Wine & Spirits Theatre:

  • All add-on tickets are £6.00 per person.
  • Under 18s are not permitted to attend any sessions involving alcohol, including Wine & Spirits Theatre experiences.
  • You must hold a valid General Admission or VIP ticket to enter the Business Design Centre and attend any add-on experiences. These tickets can be booked separately, but both must be held before arrival.
  • See Tickets and the National Geographic Traveller (UK) team accept no responsibility for incorrect bookings. Please ensure you select the right combination of tickets before checkout.
  • Non-Refundable: Add-on tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. 


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Saturday Tickets
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SATURDAY - GENERAL ADMISSION (25% OFF) £18.75 (£18.75)
Admission to the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival for Saturday 19 July 2025. Add-ons and upgrades go on sale in 2025 and can be booked separately. Booking fee included in the ticket price.
SATURDAY - VIP ADMISSION £50.00 (£50.00)
Upgrade your experience at the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival in 2025 VIP admission to the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival for Saturday 19 July 2025. Includes priority access booking of add-ons, access to the VIP lounge, glass of fizz and a goodie bag. Add-ons go on sale in 2025 and can be booked separately. Booking fee included in the ticket price.
SATURDAY - GENERAL ADMISSION (UNDER 2 YEARS OLD) £0.00 (£0.00)
Children and infants go free! Please let us know how many children and infants you intend to bring with you. Child and infant admission to the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival for Saturday 19 July 2025. Due to limited space at the Business Design Centre, we may not be able to accommodate all pushchairs and prams on the festival floor during peak hours. Please read our FAQs for more information.

Sunday Tickets
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SUNDAY - GENERAL ADMISSION (25% OFF) £18.75 (£18.75)
Admission to the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival for Sunday 20 July 2025. Add-ons and upgrades go on sale in 2025 and can be booked separately. Booking fee included in the ticket price.
SUNDAY - VIP ADMISSION £50.00 (£50.00)
Upgrade your experience at the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival in 2025 VIP admission to the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival for Sunday 20 July 2025. Includes priority access booking of add-ons, access to the VIP lounge, glass of fizz and a goodie bag. Add-ons go on sale in 2025 and can be booked separately. Booking fee included in the ticket price.
SUNDAY - GENERAL ADMISSION (UNDER 2 YEARS OLD) £0.00 (£0.00)
Children and infants go free! Please let us know how many children and infants you intend to bring with you. Child and infant admission to the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival for Sunday 20 July 2025. Due to limited space at the Business Design Centre, we may not be able to accommodate all pushchairs and prams on the festival floor during peak hours. Please read our FAQs for more information.

Saturday Workshops
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SATURDAY: A TASTE OF CHOCOLATE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 10:15am Length: 45 mins Description: Indulge your passion for chocolate in our dedicated workshop, where you'll be invited to taste different varieties produced with beans from destinations including Fiji, Mexico, Guatemala and Peru, courtesy of Pure Rainforest Chocolate by Koefoed. Attendees will learn how the type of beans and their origins can affect taste and colour, and will emerge from the session with a newfound appreciation of - and appetite for - chocolate.
SATURDAY: THE MAGIC OF TRUFFLES £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 11:30am Length: 45 mins Description: Truffles are among the most coveted ingredients in the world. But what makes them so special? To find out, join Black Gold Experiences for an unforgettable tasting session that will transport you to the Italian countryside. It's your chance to learn more about these magic ingredients, from how they're unearthed from the forest floor with the help of expertly trained dogs, to the flavour profiles of the different types found across the Italian truffle regions. You'll also get to try both white and black Italian truffles in various canapes for a fuller understanding of why they excite such culinary passions. Workshop, Tasting Session and Wine & Spirits Theatre tickets are only valid if you already hold a General Admission or VIP ticket. Please ensure you hold the correct ticket type before proceeding to checkout.
SATURDAY: A TASTE OF CHOCOLATE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 3:15pm Length: 45 mins Description: Indulge your passion for chocolate in our dedicated workshop, where you'll be invited to taste different varieties produced with beans from destinations including Fiji, Mexico, Guatemala and Peru, courtesy of Pure Rainforest Chocolate by Koefoed. Attendees will learn how the type of beans and their origins can affect taste and colour, and will emerge from the session with a newfound appreciation of - and appetite for - chocolate. Workshop, Tasting Session and Wine & Spirits Theatre tickets are only valid if you already hold a General Admission or VIP ticket. Please ensure you hold the correct ticket type before proceeding to checkout.
SATURDAY: COCKTAILS OF THE CARIBBEAN £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 4:30pm Length: 45 mins Description: Join us on a journey across the Caribbean, exploring three of the region's islands through their rum and their cocktail culture. This session will focus on the rum of Cuba, Jamaica and Barbados, with host Georgi Radev from Laki Kane explaining how the spirit differs from country to country before introducing you to three unforgettable rum-based cocktails.
SATURDAY: THE JOYS OF COCONUT £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 2 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 10:30am Length: 45 mins Description: Journey along ancient trade routes with one of the world's most iconic and versatile ingredients - the coconut. This session offers a taste of how coconut has travelled and been transformed across cultures, playing a central role in numerous cuisines. From South India and Sri Lanka to East Africa and the Caribbean, coconut connects continents. This session celebrates its global influence with easy-to-execute tasters, bringing its story to life in just a few bites and sips.
SATURDAY: FABULOUS FRENCH CHEESE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 2 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 11:45am Length: 45 mins Description: Take a deep dive into stories behind some of Europe's finest cheese. In this session, we'll focus on one of the Continent's cheesemaking nations and taste some of its most delicious varieties, exploring what makes each one great, from its flavour profile to the landscapes and traditions that have shaped its evolution. More details to come.
SATURDAY: FABULOUS FRENCH CHEESE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 2 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 1:00pm Length: 45 mins Description: Take a deep dive into stories behind some of Europe's finest cheese. In this session, we'll focus on one of the Continent's cheesemaking nations and taste some of its most delicious varieties, exploring what makes each one great, from its flavour profile to the landscapes and traditions that have shaped its evolution. More details to come.
SATURDAY: BEST OF BRITISH CHEESE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 2 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 2:15pm Length: 45 mins Description: Take a deep dive into stories behind some of Europe's finest cheese. In this session, we'll focus on one of the Continent's cheesemaking nations and taste some of its most delicious varieties, exploring what makes each one great, from its flavour profile to the landscapes and traditions that have shaped its evolution. More details to come.
SATURDAY: LATIN AMERICAN COCKTAILS £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 2 Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 4:45pm Length: 45 mins Description: Add some sparkle to your festival experience with a cocktail workshop, where you'll get to taste some of Latin America's finest concoctions while also learning how to recreate them yourself. Expert mixologists will demonstrate how best to combine flavours while also explaining the role spices can play in cocktail-making.

Sunday Workshops
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SUNDAY: A TASTE OF CHOCOLATE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 10:15am Length: 45 mins Description: Indulge your passion for chocolate in our dedicated workshop, where you'll be invited to taste different varieties produced with beans from destinations including Fiji, Mexico, Guatemala and Peru, courtesy of Pure Rainforest Chocolate by Koefoed. Attendees will learn how the type of beans and their origins can affect taste and colour, and will emerge from the session with a newfound appreciation of - and appetite for - chocolate.
SUNDAY: THE MAGIC OF TRUFFLES £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 11:30am Length: 45 mins Description: Truffles are among the most coveted ingredients in the world. But what makes them so special? To find out, join Black Gold Experiences for an unforgettable tasting session that will transport you to the Italian countryside. It's your chance to learn more about these magic ingredients, from how they're unearthed from the forest floor with the help of expertly trained dogs, to the flavour profiles of the different types found across the Italian truffle regions. You'll also get to try both white and black Italian truffles in various canapes for a fuller understanding of why they excite such culinary passions. Workshop, Tasting Session and Wine & Spirits Theatre tickets are only valid if you already hold a General Admission or VIP ticket. Please ensure you hold the correct ticket type before proceeding to checkout.
SUNDAY TASTING: THE MAGIC OF TRUFFLES £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 12:45pm Length: 45 mins Description: Truffles are among the most coveted ingredients in the world. But what makes them so special? To find out, join Black Gold Experiences for an unforgettable tasting session that will transport you to the Italian countryside. It's your chance to learn more about these magic ingredients, from how they're unearthed from the forest floor with the help of expertly trained dogs, to the flavour profiles of the different types found across the Italian truffle regions. You'll also get to try both white and black Italian truffles in various canapes for a fuller understanding of why they excite such culinary passions.
SUNDAY: TASTING SESSION - A TASTE OF CHOCOLATE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 2:00pm Length: 45 mins Description: Indulge your passion for chocolate in our dedicated workshop, where you'll be invited to taste different varieties produced with beans from destinations including Fiji, Mexico, Guatemala and Peru, courtesy of Pure Rainforest Chocolate by Koefoed. Attendees will learn how the type of beans and their origins can affect taste and colour, and will emerge from the session with a newfound appreciation of - and appetite for - chocolate. Workshop, Tasting Session and Wine & Spirits Theatre tickets are only valid if you already hold a General Admission or VIP ticket. Please ensure you hold the correct ticket type before proceeding to checkout.
SUNDAY: LATIN AMERICAN COCKTAILS £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 1 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 3:15pm Length: 45 mins Description: Add some sparkle to your festival experience with a cocktail workshop, where you'll get to taste some of Latin America's finest concoctions while also learning how to recreate them yourself. Expert mixologists will demonstrate how best to combine flavours while also explaining the role spices can play in cocktail-making.
SUNDAY: THE JOYS OF COCONUT £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Room 2 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 10:30am Length: 45 Mins Description: Journey along ancient trade routes with one of the world's most iconic and versatile ingredients - the coconut. This session offers a taste of how coconut has travelled and been transformed across cultures, playing a central role in numerous cuisines. From South India and Sri Lanka to East Africa and the Caribbean, coconut connects continents. This session celebrates its global influence with easy-to-execute tasters, bringing its story to life in just a few bites and sips.
SUNDAY: FABULOUS FRENCH CHEESE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 2 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 11:45am Length: 45 mins Description: Take a deep dive into stories behind some of Europe's finest cheese. In this session, we'll focus on one of the Continent's cheesemaking nations and taste some of its most delicious varieties, exploring what makes each one great, from its flavour profile to the landscapes and traditions that have shaped its evolution. More details to come.
SUNDAY: BEST OF BRITISH CHEESE £6.00 (£6.00) Tickets not available
Location: Room 2 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 1:00pm Length: 45 mins Description: Take a deep dive into stories behind some of Europe's finest cheese. In this session, we'll focus on one of the Continent's cheesemaking nations and taste some of its most delicious varieties, exploring what makes each one great, from its flavour profile to the landscapes and traditions that have shaped its evolution. More details to come.
SUNDAY: COCKTAILS OF THE CARIBBEAN £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Room 2 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 2:15pm Length: 45 mins Description: Join us on a journey across the Caribbean, exploring three of the region's islands through their rum and their cocktail culture. This session will focus on the rum of Cuba, Jamaica and Barbados, with host Georgi Radev from Laki Kane explaining how the spirit differs from country to country before introducing you to three unforgettable rum-based cocktails.
SUNDAY: COCKTAILS OF THE CARIBBEAN £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Room 2 Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 3:30pm Length: 45 mins Description: Join us on a journey across the Caribbean, exploring three of the region's islands through their rum and their cocktail culture. This session will focus on the rum of Cuba, Jamaica and Barbados, with host Georgi Radev from Laki Kane explaining how the spirit differs from country to country before introducing you to three unforgettable rum-based cocktails.

Saturday Photography Workshops
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SATURDAY: THE SECRET INGREDIENT £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshop Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 10:15am Length: 1 hour Description: Studio food photographer Charlie Richards takes a deep dive into the art of taking breathtaking food images, showcasing his work and giving a hands-on demonstration. For this session, he'll focus on how different lighting techniques can be used to help you perfectly capture your subject, be it on a professional camera or a phone. 
SATURDAY: FROM STREET FOOD TO FINE DINING £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshop Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 11:45am Length: 1 hour Description: Travel photographer Karolina Wiercigroch takes us on a journey, from markets to restaurants to people's homes, discussing how she captures the personality of each environment and the challenges faced. You'll learn how to shoot food on the go and capture the people behind the dishes. 
SATURDAY: THE SECRET INGREDIENT £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshop Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 1:15pm Length: 1 hour Description: Studio food photographer Charlie Richards takes a deep dive into the art of taking breathtaking food images, showcasing his work and giving a hands-on demonstration. For this session, he'll focus on how different lighting techniques can be used to help you perfectly capture your subject, be it on a professional camera or a phone. 
SATURDAY: FROM STREET FOOD TO FINE DINING £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshop Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 2:45pm Length: 1 hour Description: Travel photographer Karolina Wiercigroch takes us on a journey, from markets to restaurants to people's homes, discussing how she captures the personality of each environment and the challenges faced. You'll learn how to shoot food on the go and capture the people behind the dishes. 
SATURDAY: THE SECRET INGREDIENT £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshop Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 4:15pm Length: 1 hour Description: Studio food photographer Charlie Richards takes a deep dive into the art of taking breathtaking food images, showcasing his work and giving a hands-on demonstration. For this session, he'll focus on how different lighting techniques can be used to help you perfectly capture your subject, be it on a professional camera or a phone. 

Sunday Photography Workshops
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SUNDAY: FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY: STUDIO IN A BACKPACK £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshops Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 10:15am Length: 1 hour Description: Food photographer Guilia Verdinelli demonstrates how to set up a portable photography studio and shoot food with flash in any environment. Using the knowledge gained from countless assignments, Giulia will offer a live demonstration, sharing her tips and techniques for capturing great images whether you're on your travels or in your kitchen. 
SUNDAY: 10 TIPS FOR FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY ON THE ROAD £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshop Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 11:45am Length: 1 hour Description: Travel photographer Ben Pipe discusses some of the best photos he's taken while on assignments around the globe, from shots of restaurants in Ecuador to snaps of market produce in Peru. Find out how he captures chefs in action, learn about the cameras, lenses and lighting he uses and discover how editorial and commercial jobs require different approaches.
SUNDAY: FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY: STUDIO IN A BACKPACK £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshops Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 1:15pm Length: 1 hour Description: Food photographer Guilia Verdinelli demonstrates how to set up a portable photography studio and shoot food with flash in any environment. Using the knowledge gained from countless assignments, Giulia will offer a live demonstration, sharing her tips and techniques for capturing great images whether you're on your travels or in your kitchen. 
SUNDAY: 10 TIPS FOR FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY ON THE ROAD £6.00 (£6.00)
Location: Photography Workshop Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 2:45pm Length: 1 hour Description: Travel photographer Ben Pipe discusses some of the best photos he's taken while on assignments around the globe, from shots of restaurants in Ecuador to snaps of market produce in Peru. Find out how he captures chefs in action, learn about the cameras, lenses and lighting he uses and discover how editorial and commercial jobs require different approaches.

Saturday Wine & Spirits Theatre
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SAT: LISBOA WINE REGION: A TASTE OF THE ATLANTIC £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 11:45am Length: 45 mins Description: Join wine writer Libby Brodie for a captivating tasting experience as you explore the red and white wines of the Lisboa region, tasting its distinctive native varieties.
SAT: CZECHIA, EUROPE'S HIDDEN GEM £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 1:00pm Length: 45 mins Description: Sit down with Patrik Kubát as he explores the diverse winegrowing regions of Czechia and Moravia - home to an array of crisp whites and complex reds.
SAT: GEORGIA, THE BIRTHPLACE OF WINE £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 2:15pm Length: 45 mins Description: Georgia's uninterrupted tradition of winemaking dates back 8,000 years, with many methods developed millennia ago still regarded as best practice. Under expert guidance, get to know wines crafted at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
SAT: GREECE: WINES OF THE PELOPONNESE £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Saturday 19th July 2025 Time: 15:30pm Length: 45 mins Description: Travel to the heartland of Greek winemaking with Klearhos Kanellakis, who'll be guiding attendees through the vineyards of the Peloponnese and introducing them to the ancient land's native grapes.
SAT: SAKE ESSENTIALS £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Saturday 19th July Time: 4:45pm Length: 45 mins Description: Join Mai Sake for a tasting workshop designed to demystify sake and to show attendees how it can be enjoyed in everyday life. Perfect for those new to this incredible drink.

Sunday Wine & Spirits Theatre
Ticket type Cost (face value)? Quantity
SUN: LISBOA WINE REGION: A TASTE OF THE ATLANTIC £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 11:30am Length: 45 mins Description: Join wine writer Libby Brodie for a captivating tasting experience as you explore the red and white wines of the Lisboa region, tasting its distinctive native varieties.
SUN: GREECE: FLAVOURS OF THRACE AND E. MACEDONIA £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Sunday 20th July 2025 Time: 12:45pm Length: 45 mins Description: Taste your way across this area of northern Greece, sampling wines that showcase the region's diverse landscapes, unique terroirs and historic winemaking traditions.
SUN: GEORGIA, THE BIRTHPLACE OF WINE £10.00 (£10.00)
Location: Wine & Spirits Theatre Day: Sunday 20th July Time: 2:00pm Length: 45 mins Description: Georgia's uninterrupted tradition of winemaking dates back 8,000 years, with many methods developed millennia ago still regarded as best practice. Under expert guidance, get to know wines crafted at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
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The National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival will bring together food enthusiasts, industry professionals, producers, chefs, cookbook authors, food writers, sommeliers and travel-lovers for a vibrant weekend celebrating some of the world’s most exciting cuisines. Enjoy a variety of culinary experiences, from sampling international dishes and stocking up on ingredients to watching live demonstrations and wine-tasting, and so much more! 

Tickets for the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival 2025 in London 

Standard Admission — Includes access to the main exhibition floor on your chosen day (Saturday or Sunday) 

VIP Admission – Includes access to the main exhibition floor on your chosen day (Saturday or Sunday) and further access to the VIP lounge. Also includes priority access to booking, glass of fizz and goodie bag.   

Child and infant under the age of 2 – Children and infants go free! Please tell us how many children or infants under the age of 2 you intend to bring. Due to limited space at the Business Design Centre, we may not be able to accommodate all pushchairs and prams on the festival floor during peak hours. Please read our terms and conditions/ FAQs for more information.

Add-on tickets 
If you wish to attend a Tasting Session, Photography Workshop, or the Wine & Spirits Theatre, you must purchase an add-on ticket. Tickets are £6.00 per person. You must hold a valid General Admission or VIP ticket to enter the Business Design Centre and attend any add-on experiences. These tickets can be booked separately, but please ensure you hold the correct combination of tickets prior to your arrival. 

Highlights: 

·         Main Stage: Enjoy live cooking demos from renowned chefs and food personalities. 

·         Speakers’ Corner: Catch interviews with your favourite cookbook authors 

·         Tasting sessions: Learn more about key ingredients in our expert-led workshops 

·         Masterclasses: Visit the Cinnamon and Saffron theatres for a chance to see chefs from around the globe cooking up beloved regional specialities 

·         Festival Floor: Perfect for anyone passionate about cooking, dining out and exploring the world 

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