27 June 2024 – Over 200 local food producers are expected to take part in Trøndelag Food Festival and Trondheim Brewery Festival, to be held on 1-3 August 2024 for visitors and locals to enjoy the culinary wonders of Trondheim-Trøndelag, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2022.
From Fosen peninsula’s mussels to reindeer from the high plains of Røros, visitors will be able to taste a vast array of top-quality products from across the region, alongside a great variety of locally brewed beers, and thus discover why Trondheim-Trøndelag is one of the most interesting culinary destinations in Northern Europe.
But besides the possibility of wandering around the amazing local producers’ stands, Trøndelag Food Festival will offer a wide range of hands-on activities for all ages and palates. With a fully dedicated area for children and teens, youngsters will be able to engage in all sorts of activities related to farming, cooking and exploring fresh produce. All that it takes to become the producers, chefs, front-of-house, and food experts of the future!
During the festival, partner hotel Britannia will host a unique selection of classes and courses to help participants understand local food traditions, as well as new food trends, while using high quality local produce and practicing food sustainability. Featuring Trondheim’s best chefs, teachers and artisans, these activities will span from foraging, mixing, baking and cooking, to cheese-making and urban farming.
The event will also engage great local chefs such as Christopher Davidsen who, on 31 July, will open the doors of his restaurant Tollbua to host a Chef’s Dinner together with Iceland’s celebrity chefs Thrainn Freyr Vigfusson (Michelin-starred), and Viktor Örn Andrésson (Bocuse d´Or bronze winner, 2017), as well as award-winning bartender, Andre Kvilhaug from Pjolter and Punsj (Stavanger, Norway). As one of the main events of Trøndelag Food Festival, this culinary celebration will include street food stalls offering Trøndelag’s best ingredients, entertainment, live music and many surprises.
On 1 and 2 August, a historical tour of Stiftsgården (Trondheim’s royal residence) will be organised, followed by a delicious lunch made by the wonderful chefs-couple Reneé Fagerhøi and Thomas Borgan. Inspired by historical royal meals, the lunch will also be based on top local ingredients.
Chef Håvard Werkland, who represented Norway and won 3rd prize at the Bocuse d’Or Europe 2024 (held in Trondheim in March), and will be competing in the Bocuse d’Or 2025 in Lyon, will also be one of Trøndelag Food Festival’s top chefs this year.
Finally, in occasion of Trøndelag Food Festival, the Best Products of the Year in various categories will be chosen among the expected exhibitors by a jury of food and beverage experts. The winning products for 2024 will be announced on 31 July and, during the festival, they will be labelled with the Årets produkt 2024 sticker (Product of the Year 2024) to be easily recognizable.
A unique experience to explore and celebrate the food culture of Trondheim-Trøndelag, European Region of Gastronomy awarded 2022, Trøndelag Food Festival is an unmissable must-visit for this summer!
For more information, opening hours and tickets’ purchase, please visit: https://oimat.no/en/troendelag-food-festival/.
Trøndelag Food Festival and Trondheim Brewery Festival are organised by Oi! Trøndersk Mat og Drikke AS in partnership with SpareBank 1 SMN, Reitan, Trondheim Municipality, Innovation Norway, and Trøndelag County Authority.
Main source: Oi! Trøndersk Mat og Drikke AS
Photo credit: Ole Ekker
About the European/World Regions of Gastronomy
Candidate and awarded World/European Regions of Gastronomy, guided by IGCAT, are working together to strengthen food security through the celebration of distinctive food cultures; create employment by stimulating creativity and gastronomic innovation; nourish children and adults through culinary and cultural education; drive environmental sustainability in tourism, hospitality and agricultural sectors; support balance and sustainable tourism practices; highlight and support expertise from within rural and urban communities, creating connections and sharing good practises; and contribute to community health and well-being.
About IGCAT
IGCAT aims to empower local communities by raising awareness of the importance to protect and promote distinct regional food, culture, arts and natural assets as part of sustainable and balanced tourism and development strategies. This is essential to safeguard our planet, health, wellness and local economies.
IGCAT is a non-profit institute established in 2012, working with regional stakeholder consortiums in the fields of gastronomy, culture, arts and tourism. It counts on the expertise of a worldwide network of experts and works in partnership with specialised intergovernmental organisations.
IGCAT founded the World/European Region of Gastronomy Award and is the official secretariat for the World/European Regions of Gastronomy Platforms. Furthermore, the Institute has developed the European Young Chef Award, the World Food Gift Challenge, the Top Websites for Foodie Travelers Award and the international Food Film Menu.