WE all know how Manchester likes an epic party and if it’s in a great cause too what’s not sign up for? That’s why we suggest you book your place quickly (‘early bird’ tickets have all been snapped up) for Auction Against Hunger at Upper Campfield Market on Thursday, September 6.
An impressive array of the North West’s top chefs is joining forces with the cream of the bar community with a DJ soundtrack that’s as cutting edges as a new Sabatier.
Their shared aim is to raise money for international charity Action Against Hunger’s work around the world, helping save the lives of malnourished children.
The Auction has been running in London for five years but, sponsored by Manchester Confidential, this is the first time it has been held up here.
The confirmed chef line-up features Simon Rogan (above), Mary-Ellen McTague, Simon Wood, Luke French of Sheffield’s Joro, Anton Piotrowski of Liverpool’s Röski and West Country legend Josh Eggleton (below).
Restaurants with dishes at the event include our own The Rabbit In The Moon, Fazenda, Elnecot, Beastro, Firebird Hope and Finca alongside Leeds-based Ox Club, Liverpool’s Maray and Bacaro.
Tickets allow you a mouthwatering seven dishes chosen from 14 stalls and unlimited snacks and five drinks from some the North's most innovative brewers, distillers and bars.
Headlining the music side will be Danielle Moore, from Crazy P, ACR Sound System, Clint Boon, Gaz Whelan, Argh Kid and The Winachi Tribe.
Mary-Ellen McTague of Chorlton’s The Creamerues said: “It’s going to be a really special evening. The line-up of chefs is absolutely amazing. Some of the North’s best chefs are coming along, giving their time and their talent. The whole community of chefs and restaurateurs in the North coming together to raise funds is a really lovely thing.”
James Bates from Maray added: “Food is such an essential part of people’s lives and we’re fortunate enough to make our living selling food to people who can afford it. For me it follows that it’s our duty to give something back to people who aren’t as fortunate as ourselves and our guests.”
A spokesperson for electro funk sonic soul collective The Winachi Tribe (pictured) enthused: “With the top line-up that’s going to make it the most exciting charity event of 2018. It’s a big celebration of the music and food scene in the North so it’s going to be a top day and night. The streets of Manchester are going to be moving and grooving.”
Champagne Taittinger, supporters of Action Against Hunger for over a decade, will host Taittinger Time: a wheel of fortune style game where guests can win a glass, bottle or magnum on the spot.
There will also be a live auction hosted by Tom Best, who became one of Christie’s youngest auctioneers in 2012.
Auction Against Hunger, Upper Campfield Market, Barton Street, Manchester, M3 4NN. Thur Sep 7, 6.30pm-10.30pm. Entry by ticket only, £50 per person. All proceeds will go directly to Action Against Hunger and can be purchased here.