Wilderness might primarily be a music festival, but with year nine promising an even bigger and badder list of chefs, restaurants and street food names than ever before, it’s an event all foodies should be well aware of.
Across the four days – from 1-4 August – is a jam-packed itinerary of edible experiences; from Michelin-starred chefs hosting long table feasts in The Banqueting Tent, to a handpicked collection of some of London’s most innovative restaurants in The Dining Room and Field Restaurants. It wouldn’t be a festival without street food, so don’t fret – lots of the best street food vendors in the business are here too, so you can still grab your burger and fries, or vegan veggie bowl if that’s what takes your fancy!
Acknowledging that many chefs have a special affinity for music, Wilderness have introduced The Dining Room Sessions this year, where chefs can show off their deck-spinning talents after dark. Expect a rotation of chef DJs and themed nights like The Breddos Sound System where Breddos pair Nud Dudhia and Chris Whitney will be playing, and other special guests including James Cochran and Pip Lacey. VICE food-offshoot Munchies will be hosting an array of panel discussions on topical food and drink issues in the mornings, moving onto wine and food pairing lessons in the afternoon.
