Let the countdown begin.

 

Those hungry for their first taste of summer fun, as well as a smorgasbord of delicious fare, won't have to wait much longer.

 

Foodchella, one of SouthCoast's biggest food truck, artisan, and music festivals, will be rolling into Slades Ferry Park next month with a "flavor-packed" community celebration.

 

"Good vibes, great bites, and unforgettable times" are on the menu for this eighth iteration of the popular Somerset event slated for May 10, from 3 to 8 p.m., at 100 Slades Ferry Ave.

 

"The purpose and mission behind Foodchella is to highlight the great eateries and food and brews and breweries that we have and to expand the music part," founder Allison Faunce said.

 

And this year marks the launch of a "new, elevated experience" at Foodchella, according to Faunce, who also heads the long-running Southcoast Open Air Markets (SOAM) in Somerset.

 

Read more at heraldnews.com.