If you haven’t heard of it yet, Peterborough Celebrates Festival is a three-day, free-to-attend, family-friendly festival held at Ferry Meadows that aims to celebrate Peterborough and bring together the diverse communities of the city. This year, the festival attracted at least 20,000 attendees and everyone enjoyed the sunny weather and the various activities on offer. Another thing that was on offer was a range of food and drink stalls with a variety of cuisines. And Banjaraa simply couldn’t miss this one! Peterborough Celebrates Festival is an important event for the city, as it brings together people from different backgrounds and cultures. Our Indian-inspired dishes were so popular that we sold out on both Saturday and Sunday! The Open Naan, kebabs, Twisted Indian Nachos and Fat Boy Indians were an absolute hit. Kids were so keen to try our Chicken Keema Mini Naans that we decided to launch kids’ portions of our dishes. We loved the local community spirit at the event. It’s great to see people celebrating their differences and learning more about each other. Apart from that, the festival also helps to promote the city and its attractions, as it brings visitors from different regions. As an excellent platform for local businesses and artists to showcase their products and talents, this festival, organized by Nene Park Trust, a charity that manages and maintains Nene Park, is also a great opportunity to showcase all the hard work the charity does to protect and enhance the natural environment of the park, ensuring that it remains a beautiful and enjoyable place for everyone. The success of the Peterborough Celebrates Festival is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the organizers and volunteers. We found the organisational aspect excellent, from the initial correspondence to the final towing of the food truck away. Needless to say, we have put our name forward for the next year and for any other events Nene Park Trust would like us to work with so watch this space! Our busy food truck got noticed by the BBC local news crew on Saturday morning, while Banjaraa’s owner, Ajay, was cooking fresh Chicken Keema. We think the mouth-watering smell had something to do with the reason for a quick interview and a video shoot… You can read more about it here; Peterborough welcomes three-day community festival and watch the video with us here; Little bit of BBC fame!. Banjaraa had lots of fun at the event and can’t wait for the next one. Speaking of the future, there are several festivals held in Peterborough each year, including the East of England Show, Peterborough Festival and CAMRA beer festival. It’s great to see how the region supports the festival spirit, inclusivity and local businesses. We hope to see you at the next one so make sure you follow us on Instagram to check what we’re up to.
If you too would like to work with us, an ‘as seen on BBC’ Indian-inspired food truck, reach out today to make a booking. We’d love to bring our authentic food with Indian flavours to you and your guests.
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We had lots of fun at Charters International Food Festival this year and can’t wait to tell you all about it.
This very successful 2-day event was held in a gorgeous floating beer garden at Town Bridge in Peterborough and Banjaraa had the pleasure to join over 20 traders and hundreds of customers. Fancy seeing us mentioned in ‘Peterborough Telegraph’? Have a read just here; ‘Sun shines on Peterborough pub's international food festival’. A Celebration of International Cuisine The international food festival showcased a diverse range of delicious culinary delights from all around the world and the attendees had the opportunity to try dishes from various cultures, including Asian, European and Middle Eastern. The participating traders brought their unique flavours and cooking techniques, creating a vibrant and flavourful experience for all. And it smelled so good! It’s all about the atmosphere To boost the festive mood even more, the event featured live entertainment by Eclectic Ballroom. They added a nice background to the excitement and enjoyment of the attendees with their energetic performances. The combination of delicious food, lively music, and the sun undoubtedly created a memorable experience for everyone present. Charters: The Floating Pub This international food festival was not the first of its kind in Peterborough and the pub's unique location and charming ambience provided a delightful backdrop for the celebration. Charters has become a popular destination for food and drink enthusiasts in Peterborough, offering a diverse menu and a wide selection of drinks. If you’re ever in the area, do visit them to see what we mean! The Significance of Food Festivals Food festivals nowadays are more than just opportunities to indulge in delicious cuisine. They are a priceless opportunity for cultural exchange that is bringing people together through the universal language of food. These events allow attendees to explore different culinary traditions, broaden their palates and appreciate the diversity of unique flavours from different parts of the world. Banjaraa’s Food Truck We really hope that Banjaraa's presence added a touch of spice and exoticism to the event, further enriching the culinary experience with our Indian-inspired dishes. We’ve received some lovely reviews from festival-goers for our flavorful dishes so we couldn’t be happier! What’s next, you ask? The international food festival held at a pub in Peterborough was a resounding success. Such events not only satisfy the taste buds but also provide opportunities for cultural exploration and appreciation. If you missed this year's festival, be sure to mark your calendars for the next one and indulge in a culinary adventure like no other. It’s safe to say Peterborough is ready for a food park similar to the ones in other big cities like Kerb London, Box Park London, Dining Digbeth Birmingham or Trinity Leeds. All the city needs is for someone to start it. Is that you? If you’re searching for a food truck festival near Peterborough, rest assured Banjaraa would love to be a part of such a food park in our beautiful city. You can get in touch with us here. See you at the next one? |
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