Head Chef Brian Grigor of Michelin-starred Number One at The Balmoral joined Foodies Festival this morning to officially launch this weekend's festival at Inverleith Park 5th - 7th August.

Ahead of his demo in the Chefs Theatre, head Chef Brian created a unique Michelin-star ice-cream inspired by The Balmoral's signature smoked salmon, horseradish and caviar dish.

After a record breaking 10th anniversary festival last year, which welcomed over 38,000 visitors, Foodies Festival has once again increased the size of its Inverleith Park festival, making way for more award-winning producers, street food from around the world, food & drink masterclasses and foodie fun - promising visitors the tastiest day out in Scotland.

Highlights of this year's festival include Scotland's Michelin-star and top chefs cooking in the Chefs Theatre, a Vintage Tea Tent, Artisan Producers Market, Giant Pimm's Teapot and Rum Bus, Street Food Avenue, Cake & Bake Theatre, Kids Cookery School and a Live Music Stage.

Tickets:
Tickets are on sale now at www.foodiesfestival.com or by calling 0844 995 1111

Ticket prices:
Friday adult ticket £10.00/£8.00 concession
Saturday/Sunday adult ticket £14.00/£11.00 concession
Three day adult ticket £20.00/£16.00 concession

VIP day ticket £38.00/£35.00 Friday - includes a glass of bubbly with red carpet welcome, use of the decadent Deco Noir VIP Lounge and Mirror Bar, refreshments throughout the day, priority entry to food and drink masterclasses, show guide, and goody bag to take home.

Children aged 12 and under go free to all Foodies Festivals when accompanied by an adult.

Open times:
5th August - 11am - 7pm
6th August - 10am - 8pm
7th August - 10am - 7pm