TikTok and Instagram star, Shabaz Ali also known as ‘Shabaz Says’, will headline the free-to-attend Nelson Food & Drink Festival on Saturday 14th September (10 am-4 pm).
Shabaz has fast become a pop-culture phenomenon. He is a comedian, broadcaster and author who has built a large and dedicated audience with his withering takedowns of those who package and present their “perfect” lives online.
With 1.7 million Instagram followers and 1.9 million followers on TikTok, the social media influencer will now be the celebrity host for Nelson’s popular food and drink festival, while he will also be doing book signings on the day.
The event will feature over 30 food and drink stalls including Mama Shar’s Caribbean Cooking, Mrs Dowson’s Ice Cream, Istanbul Grill, Proctor’s Cheese and many more.
With limited available space remaining, organisers of the Food and Drink Festival, are encouraging local businesses to book their food stalls now. For more information, contact charlotte@scottdawson.co.uk.
Local Caribbean chef Mama Shar will headline the kitchen demonstration area with her delicious, authentic Caribbean food, and she will be joined by Fazila Foods, developers and creators of modern Halal foods which offer a true blend of Asian spices and irresistible flavours.
The Food Festival, which will take place in Nelson Town Centre and is being sponsored by Nelson Town Council and Financial Affairs, will also feature a number of activities for all the family including face painting, a henna artist, plus much more.
Cllr Ruby Anwar, Chair of Nelson Town Council’s Events Committee added: “Food and drink brings people together in a way nothing else can. That’s why the Nelson Food & Drink festival is a special annual event that everyone loves! We cannot wait to enjoy a fun day with everyone attending.
“We are thrilled to announce Shabaz Says as our host for the day, he is extremely popular both locally and around the world and he will be a big attraction for visitors attending the event.
“We have also got a fantastic range of food on offer and with our live cooking demonstrations, this is an event not to be missed.”
To stay up-to-date with the 2024 Nelson Food & Drink Festival, visit: www.nelsonfoodfestival.co.uk and the Nelson Food Festival Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nelsonfoodfestival
