The ever-popular York Beer & Cider Festival returns again to the spectacular surroundings of St Lawrence Parish Church!
This festival, run by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), will have more beers and ciders than any other festival in Yorkshire with over 200 available plus wines, prosecco, meads and soft drinks, plus a great selection of food on site.
The festival dates are Wednesday 17 September to Saturday 20 September 2025. Saturday evening is pay-on-the-door only this year.
Step into a world of indulgence with our exclusive Chocolate & Gin Tour at York’s Chocolate Story.
This one-of-a-kind experience, crafted for adults, invites you to explore the rich histories and intricate flavours of two of the world’s most beloved indulgences: chocolate and gin. Whether you’re a chocolate connoisseur, a gin enthusiast, or simply seeking a unique experience in York, this tour promises to tantalise your taste buds and expand your knowledge in a fun, interactive setting.
Sample Selection:
Hooting Owl Signature Gin: Paired with Rowntree’s first-ever chocolate, this pairing celebrates the humble beginnings of York’s confectionery legacy.
Chocolate Orange Gin: Complemented by a slice of Terry’s Chocolate Orange, this duo pays homage to one of York’s most iconic chocolate treats.
Sicilian Lemon Gin: Paired with a sweet treat inspired by York’s famous confectionery, this combination is a nostalgic nod to classic flavours.
Mystery Gin: Enjoy a seasonal surprise with this final pairing, offering a delightful twist on traditional gin and chocolate pairings.
Chocolate-Making
Your tour concludes with a hands-on chocolate-making session. Under the guidance of our expert chocolatiers, you’ll craft your own bespoke chocolate mendiants to take home, using high-quality dark or milk chocolate. Personalise your creation with intricate designs and transfer sheets, making it the perfect edible souvenir of your visit.
Join Jorvine as part of this years York Food Fest! They’re bringing five courses of Spanish small plates, each expertly paired with some of our favourite Spanish wines.
Wine/Menu (*subject to change)
Cava & nibbles on arrival
Verdejo – Boquerones/guindilla/lemon oil
Viura – Piquillo peppers/truffle & mushroom bechamel
Rioja Crianza – Morcilla de Burgos/spiced apple/pickled shallots
Monastrell – Slow-briased Ox cheek/Manchego potato gratin
Please note this is a corporate networking event!
Join SASH for a brand-new corporate networking event, part of York Food Festival 2025. An evening designed to bring professionals together for engaging conversation, bold flavours, and a relaxed atmosphere.
This event also aims to raise awareness and funds for SASH, helping them continue their vital work supporting 16 to 25-year-olds in York and North Yorkshire who are facing homelessness through no fault of their own.
Whether you want to make new connections, catch up with local businesses, or simply enjoy a unique food experience, this evening offers the perfect mix of networking and fun.
Enjoy welcome drinks and informal networking, followed by a live cookery demonstration from Andy of Junk Soul Smothered.
Known for his vibrant and indulgent street food, Andy will be serving up some of his seriously delicious vegan burgers for you to try. Safe and Sound Homes (SASH) are incredibly proud of Andy’s journey. Once supported by SASH as a young person, Andy has since established Junk Soul Smothered, starting in Beverley, East Riding and now with a second location at Spark, York, bringing exciting vegan comfort food.
Join us for Erik and Gunnhildr: A Rum Tale, a one night only collaboration between JORVIK Viking Centre and Villains Rum, blending Viking legend, immersive storytelling, and delicious drinks – all after dark.
Step into the world of Erik Bloodaxe and Queen Gunnhildr, two of the Viking Age’s most notorious figures and the inspiration behind Villains Rum’s boldest spirits. This special evening at JORVIK Viking Centre offers an exploration of myth, power, and legacy.
Your evening includes:
A complimentary drink from Villains Rum on arrival
An after hours walking tour through the Viking-age Coppergate set
Saga storytelling session in the gallery, bringing tales of Erik and Gunnhildr to life
This event is part of the York Food and Drink Festival, it is an 18+ evening, perfect for those who enjoy a taste of history with a twist of rum.
Sessions start 19:00, 19:30 and 20:00
Join Terra Sarda Wines for an adventure in wine and food, from the foothills of the Pennines to vineyards by the sea.
Join Terra Sarda Wines on a journey in a glass across the beautiful island of Sardinia, pairing six rare wines with a selection of artisan cheeses made by an award-winning Sardinian cheesemaker in Yorkshire, using milk from local farms.
Each wine will reveal another chapter in Sardinia’s story, exploring its environment, history, food, culture – with some unexpected links to Wales!
These events are for curious connoisseurs and winelovers with a wanderlust. Our glasses are full, our platters are generous, and the evening is full of surprises.
The venue (appropriately) is York’s iconic Bonding Warehouse, by Skeldergate Bridge, which was built in the 1870s to store wine and spirits brought by boat from Hull.
Now a beautiful co-working and events space, run by Patch, this historic, waterfront building will be celebrating its own food and drink heritage during the York Food & Drink Festival 2025.
What’s included: 6 x 75ml/100ml tastings of red, white, rosé and sparkling wines. A generous platter of Yorkshire cheeses, traditional Sardinian bread and savoury nibbles. Tasting notes. A wonderful riverside view and good company!
Step into a world of indulgence with our exclusive Chocolate & Gin Tour at York’s Chocolate Story.
This one-of-a-kind experience, crafted for adults, invites you to explore the rich histories and intricate flavours of two of the world’s most beloved indulgences: chocolate and gin. Whether you’re a chocolate connoisseur, a gin enthusiast, or simply seeking a unique experience in York, this tour promises to tantalise your taste buds and expand your knowledge in a fun, interactive setting.
Sample Selection:
Hooting Owl Signature Gin: Paired with Rowntree’s first-ever chocolate, this pairing celebrates the humble beginnings of York’s confectionery legacy.
Chocolate Orange Gin: Complemented by a slice of Terry’s Chocolate Orange, this duo pays homage to one of York’s most iconic chocolate treats.
Sicilian Lemon Gin: Paired with a sweet treat inspired by York’s famous confectionery, this combination is a nostalgic nod to classic flavours.
Mystery Gin: Enjoy a seasonal surprise with this final pairing, offering a delightful twist on traditional gin and chocolate pairings.
Chocolate-Making
Your tour concludes with a hands-on chocolate-making session. Under the guidance of our expert chocolatiers, you’ll craft your own bespoke chocolate mendiants to take home, using high-quality dark or milk chocolate. Personalise your creation with intricate designs and transfer sheets, making it the perfect edible souvenir of your visit.
An evening tasting Yorkshire Wines, Beers and Spirits.
A selection of Yorkshire producers will be showcasing some of their finest products, for you to taste and discuss with them. The Wines area is co-ordinated by the Festival and hosted on the night by Lucy Hjort from Melton’s restaurant – Lucy has raised awareness of the quality of Yorkshire wines for many years featuring them on her renowned wine flights.
Yorkshire Breweries and Distillers will take a range of stands and offer you the opportunity to meet the makers.
Cannonau is one of the oldest grape varieties in the world and in Sardinia it’s credited with helping islanders (particularly men!) live a long and healthy life.
In this special York Food & Drink Festival lunchtime session, we’ll be sampling a selection of wines made from these mystical vines and exploring the diet of the Blue Zone, which helps keep the nimble Sardinians going for years… and years!
