- “I don’t think there is any place in the world that has that amount of talent in terms of collective chefs. We don’t come together like this, so this is unique.”
Gordon Ramsay (talking about Taste of London) - “Taste Festivals form a series of truly unique and vibrant events, bringing together the most talented chefs and celebrating the diversity of food and drink on offer across the UK. This is a must attend event, not only for “foodies” but anyone who enjoys quality food and drink in a relaxed outdoor setting”.
Steve Brandwood, Sales Director, Laurent-Perrier UK - "Taste of London is a fantastic celebration of London’s culinary expertise and is one of the highlights of the summer season. Over the last two years it has provided us with a unique opportunity to engage with our customers and we are looking forward to supporting many more”
Luisa Fernandez, Global Sponsorship Manager, British Airways - "I’m delighted that Taste of Edinburgh was such a success. It exceeded all our expectations and went one step further to promote the capital as an inspiring food destination for visitors and residents alike.”
Cllr Steve Cardownie, City of Edinburgh Council
- “We had a great show – a good platform for brand exposure to a discerning audience who were keen to learn about our products and heritage. Theme and exhibitor mix alongside top restaurants gave a great atmosphere.”
John Hadingham, Aspall Cyder - “The people came. And they kept on coming. All morning. All afternoon. All day. And they bought. All morning. All afternoon. All day. We sold 80% of our stock - including the additional goods that we called for in desperation after being nearly sold out by the end of the second day. We’ll definitely be back next year – and in an even bigger booth. Because we know the customers will be back, too."
Harry Krakow, Marketing Director, BWI Imports - “Taste of Christmas was everything we expected and more. We do 30 shows a year and Taste of Christmas was our 2nd best show in 2008 - lets hope it is our best in 2009! Taste of Christmas really is the best food show London has to offer.”
Harriet Murland, Managing Director, Kin Knives
- “With its dynamic platform, Top Gear Live provides an excellent opportunity for us to communicate the benefits of Shell V-Power to customers and help them gain a real understanding of the difference premium fuels can make to their driving experience. We’re delighted to provide motoring enthusiasts with such a fantastic opportunity to see astounding live motoring theatre.”
Sydney Kimball, Shell Global Premium Fuels Manager
- “Style in the City was the perfect platform for Chambord to showcase itself to a new audience of affluent, style conscious women."
Charlotte Asburner, French Liquor Chambord
- “We had a lot more people than normal on Saturday and even on Sunday. We were up 500 customers to last year, so we loved Style.”
Nina Williams, Links of London. - “We’re thrilled that so many people came to experience Style in the City. Our aim is to keep Birmingham firmly on the style map and with 1,000 shops to choose from, shopping centres, designer stores, high street brands, elegant Victorian shopping arcades and 100 individual shops, there’s plenty to shout about, and after this weekend almost 10,000 more people know that too.”
Nigel Godfrey, Retail Birmingham Business Manager - “Birmingham is a serious style capital and Style in the City has enabled us to share that with people the length and breadth of the country. We look forward to an even bigger and better event next year.”
Kevin Breese, General Manager of Harvey Nichols
- "The Event is better and better every year. It’s well organised. People who visit are lovers of Italy and Italian style, property and food."
Maurizio Carolillo, Pirelli Re agency - “Last year we exhibited at La Dolce Vita for the first time. We invited customers as well as friends to come and visit - everyone had a brilliant time 'snacking' their way through the show. So many samples and snacks everywhere I would say: La Dolce Vita is a very tasty affair.”
Bettina Spurrell, Time Pieces
- “As an Italian brand in Britain, we find La Dolce Vita is the best show for reaching UK Italians and Italophiles.”
Paolo Arrigo, Seeds of Italy - “La Dolce Vita 2009, three days of Italian lifestyle concept in London, not to be missed!”
Dario Paganini, Shirt Makers
- "The National Archives is delighted to be a major partner of the WDYTYA show. The 2007 and 2008 events were a fantastic success, allowing us to showcase our services and expertise and reach brand new audiences."
Robert Doran, The National Archives - "The show is a great opportunity to meet new and existing customers face to face and to demonstrate our products to the public."
Simon Harper, Ancestry.co.uk