SFF, supported by world-renowned cook Lady Claire Macdonald, has also received strong backing from the Scottish Parliament.

This year`s event will be launched in the spectacular setting of Glamis Castle in Angus and run from 6th - 21st of September.

Details of the SFF 2008 programme will be rolled out over the summer. Last year`s highlights included sunset dining in the Cairngorms, demonstrations from celebrity chefs, cheese and whisky evenings and colourful farmers markets including the annual market in the Garden Lobby of the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood.

Nicola Chalmers-Watson, SCAET director, said: "Scotland has some of the best food and drink in the world. Our fresh produce and our meat, game and fish is prized by the best chefs across the globe.

"Scottish Food Fortnight is about encouraging everyone in Scotland to make the most of our amazing larder."

It is very easy to participate within Scottish Food Fortnight. There are several ideas for how people can get involved but the list is definitely not comprehensive. If you are still searching for ways to participate, then please follow this link to contact the events office direct and we will be delighted to suggest some ideas.

Please remember to advertise your event and apply for free SFF promotional material, please click here to download this application form or please click here to contact the events office directly. Please remember to add as much promotional information as possible when describing your event.

For more information, contact Neil Rafferty on 07733 301721.

SFMTA will consider printing special point of sale materials if members let us know if they think this would be a good idea.