Edinburgh Foodies Festival launched by TV duo

Gyles Brandreth and Mark Greeneway. Picture: Joey Kellyplaceholder image
Gyles Brandreth and Mark Greeneway. Picture: Joey Kelly

TV’S GYLES Brandreth joined Edinburgh chef Mark Greenaway to launch the capital’s upcoming Foodies Festival today.

Greenaway, who appeared on the BBC series The Great British Menu, helped the former Conservative MP bake a cake to mark the launch of the sixth edition of the food festival.

Foodies Festival plays host to food and drinks from all over the world, as well as appearances from top chefs and comedians in its theatre areas.

Foodies Festival runs from Friday 9 - Sunday 11 August at Inverleith Park, Edinburgh.

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