AL fresco dining is returning to the streets of Knutsford in September.
It follows the success of the town’s first food and drink festival and previous outdoor eating evenings.
King Street will host the first al fresco on Friday, September 9, and Minshull Street and Princess Street on Saturday, September 10.
A list of venues is still being drawn up and will be announced shortly.
It is hoped the event will help boost trade in local restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars.
Families and friends relax outside Lost and Found
Princess Street and Minshull Street were filled with chat and laughter as families and friend enjoyed food and drink outside in the sunshine.
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A similar al fresco evening on King Street had to be cancelled at the last minute due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’.
Diners enjoying outdoor meals in Minshull Street
A spokesman for Knutsford Town Council said: “A number of businesses which were to participate were unable to take part, some due to staffing.
Thai food was served at the street food market
“This then raised costs which meant other business felt they couldn’t participate.”
The town council organises road closures, management and security on behalf of all the businesses, who then share the cost.
The appetising aroma of a barbecue fills Silk Street
Eateries arrange their own outdoor table and chair suppliers.
The food and drink festival saw a selection of street food traders serve all sorts of meals from all over the world on Silk Mill car park.
Diners were able to listen to music at the street food market
Speciality dishes included Thai, pizza, southern barbecue and Mexican.
Warm cookies, churros, crepes, a selection of local beer, wine and cocktails were also available.
Visitors were able watch cocktails being mixed
Local talented artists performed on a small stage as diners relaxed in a seating area.
A selection of food and drink stalls also set up a market inside St John’s Church on Church Hill.
A selection of artisan producers offered free samples inside St John’s Church
Speciality bakes, cheeses, pies, meats, bottles wines and various other artisan products were on sale.
Food from all over the world was available at the artisan market
Visitors were able to try free samples.
A wide selection of artisan product were available
Alex Brown, events officer at Knutsford Town Council, said: “It was fantastic to see so many people out in Knutsford enjoying amazing local food and drink in the sun.
The Courtyard served a traditional paella
“Huge thanks to everyone who came out to support our al fresco dining and our first Knutsford Food and Drink Festival.
Fun and laughter filled the streets
“We’re looking at hosting another al fresco dining weekend in September and will confirm details soon.”