The UK has a knack for inventive food festivals—from London's wine and cheese extravaganza and grilled chicken event in 2017 to Manchester's upcoming celebration of hummus. Organized by the University of Manchester's Lebanese Society, this one-day event on March 1st promises "authentic Lebanese hummus" and engaging activities like blind tastings for all ages. Attendees can sample a variety of preparations and purchase jars for just £1 (€1.10), as detailed in the event description.
Laura Najem, founder of the Lebanese Society—which unites Lebanese students and brings a taste of home to Manchester—sparked the idea after noticing students' dissatisfaction with supermarket hummus. "The hummus young people buy locally doesn't compare to the authentic Lebanese recipe," she told local media. "We want others to experience real homemade hummus and explore its variations." If you're in Manchester or know someone who is, check the official event page. Hummus lovers in France, let's hope for a similar fest soon—we're ready to taste-test!
