Blessed with fantastic weather, the crowds enjoyed an array of hot sauces, chillies, cookery demonstrations, artisan gins and family activities, across both days.
Having been put off for two years due to the Covid pandemic, it was a ‘dream come true’ for the organisers, as almost every ticket was sold.
Culminating in an intense chilli-eating competition, the event was a ‘huge success’.
Here are 30 of the best pictures from the two days.
Can you spot yourself?
17. West-African inspired flavours
Shirley Boateng from the West-African inspired Shirley's Jollof Paste. Picture: Mike Cooter (210522) Photo: Mike Cooter
18. Pompey Pluckers
The Pompey Pluckers on stage entertaining the crowds. Picture: Mike Cooter (210522) Photo: Mike Cooter
19. Home-grown chilli plants
Members of the Gosport based Shore Leave Haslar with their home-grown chilli plants. Pictured: Nicola Canning, Andy Day (volunteer, ex RN) and Chris Robson (Project Lead, ex RN). Picture: Mike Cooter (210522) Photo: Mike Cooter
20. Gin O'Clock
The sign at the English Spirit Distillery left visitors in no doubt what the day had in store. Picture: Mike Cooter (210522) Photo: Mike Cooter