Family-friendly event, Halal Food Festival, comes to NEC Birmingham this May.

The event is the brainchild of a team of young British Muslims with a vision to create an experience that celebrates their culture, whilst also producing an opportunity for entrepreneurs within the Halal/Muslim industry to come face to face with their target market. It is also a great opportunity for other cultures to come and get involved.

Bilal Khan, CEO of The Halal Family Group says: “We are really excited to be bringing this event to the Midlands. The aim is to bring Halal cuisines from across the globe together for a weekend of live entertainment and special guest appearances We are looking to showcase Halal cuisines from all across the globe, including Asia, Africa, the Middle East and from Turkey and the Western region too. Expect street food vendors, special guest chefs, influencers, your favourite Halal brands, live cooking demonstrations and entertainment for all ages.”

Bilal adds: “This is a huge scale event that will give the Muslim community a chance to bring their friends and family and share their lifestyles and heritage through delicious food and entertainment.”

Traders confirmed include, Iso Sushi Wok & Grill, Malaysian Street Food, The Mocktail Lab, Samosa Boy, Cleopatra's Kitchen and more.

There will be exciting cooking demonstrations by talented, live chefs plus an artisan market selling arts and crafts, fashion and more.

Halal Food Festival takes place at NEC Birmingham from 27-28 May. Doors open at 11am. To book tickets click here.