Head to Empire Bay for food, fun and folk

The Empire Bay Food and Fun Fair will be held on Saturday, 19 October from 11am – 4pm.

A highly anticipated local event, the fair will feature an array of mouth-watering food, artisan produce, performances from local artists, with children’s entertainment and interactive activities throughout the day.

Empire Bay Progress Association secretary Sharon Murray invites one and all to come along and enjoy culinary offerings from Sorrento Pizza, Mr Goaty Gelato, A Taste of Spain, Vietyum, Dan‘s Jerk Joint and the EB Fishing Club barbecue.

“Local favourites Empire Bay Tavern and Empire Bay Cellars will be serving a selection of wines and mixers to tempt your palate, as well as sweet offerings from Sweet As and Devonshire Tea served by the local community,” Murray said.

“Be prepared to be tempted by artisan food providores Empire’s D’Lite, an array of African spices from Gifty’s Ghana Kitchen Spices and JennJam, always a favourite.

“There is plenty for the kids too, with face painting, kiddies corner games, drumming lessons hosted by Bensville Sea Scouts and an art competition hosted by local artist Mia McLean of Salty Art, with prizes to be won,” she said.

Performances and fundraising activities will also be hosted by local schools Empire Bay Public and Coast Christian.

The Empire Bay/Bensville Rural Fire Service fire truck will also be there.

“Come along to support your local schools and RFS volunteers,” Murray said.

Feeling lucky? The raffle will again feature prizes donated by local artists and businesses including, Empire’s D’Lite, Sorrento Pizzeria, Impact Plant Nursery and Ettalong Pharmacy.

Bring your family and friends, indulge in some good local fun, enjoy morning tea and lunch on the lawn, be entertained by local artists Mia McLean, Christie Chen, The Troubadours folk group, Central Coast Strings, school choirs and more.

The Food and Fun Fair is a highlight of the Empire Bay Progress Association’s calendar, with volunteers working tirelessly to ensure the local community comes together to share in a day of fun, food and laughter.

Head to Empire Bay Progress Hall, 1 Gordon Rd, Empire Bay on Saturday October 19.

Proceeds from the day will be donated to local community groups.