RAF Museum’s Barnet Food Festival: Family Fun & Delicious Eats
The Royal Air Force Museum in London is hosting the Barnet Food Festival on September 13-14. This event offers a diverse culinary experience with over 40 food and drink vendors showcasing various cuisines, from Afro-Caribbean fusion to Hong Kong street food, wood-fired pizzas, and smoked meats. Sweet treats include Belgian chocolate, Polish soft serve, and Hungarian chimney cakes. Beverages range from specialty coffees to cocktails at the Barnet Beach Bar. Beyond food, the festival features live music on the Spitfire Stage, with performances by The Barn-ettes and Lara Olivia. A dedicated Kids Zone provides free activities like juggling workshops, face painting, biscuit decorating, and an inflatable assault course. Tickets cost £10 for adults, with free entry for children. VIP tickets include a free cocktail. The event also includes free entry to the RAF Museum, allowing visitors to explore its collection of aircraft and aviation history. Potential risks could include long queues, especially during peak times, and the possibility of inclement weather affecting outdoor activities. The festival offers a unique blend of food, entertainment, and historical exploration, making it a worthwhile family outing. Specific examples of vendors include Peppy HQ, The Tipsy Cat, Bare Bones Pizza, Crumpy’s Smoke Shack, Rupert Mole Chocolate, Lodoland, The Chimney Baker, Bibby’s Beans, Coffee-Bike, and GreatDrams.


