Upon meeting Sarah, one of the things that first hits you is just how charming and engaging she is. Perhaps itâs something about people who really enjoy food that just seems to make them so easy going and jovial. Continue Reading This Article
You must try Apple County Cider Co!
If weâre really honest we werenât too sure at all why we hadnât already tried Apple County Cider. Heard of them of course, based in the beautiful wilds of Monmouthshire, but somehow hadn’t gotten around to a sampling their cider â must address our shortcomings!
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A free recipe for our readers from Sarah Jones of Chocolate Strawberry!
Sarah had thoughtfully baked us some of her delicious Banana, Macadamia Nut and Chocolate Loaf and is happy for us to spread the love!
What is the ââLocal Produce – See, Taste, Buyââ event?
âLocal Produce – See, Taste, Buyâ is one of the many events that the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean Tourism Association is running for both the English and Wales Tourism Weeks 2015. Continue Reading This Article
All aboard the Parsnipship for the tastiest local vegan & veggie food!
This vegetarian food company located in Ogmore Vale, Bridgend has been selling its pioneering vegetarian and vegan produce at food fairs, farmers markets and other local events since 2007. Back then, owner Ben, started selling five varieties of vegetarian crumbles, pates and pies at The Riverside Market in Cardiff. Today they have enthusiastic and very satisfied customers who canât get enough of their fresh vegan and vegetarian produce! Continue Reading This Article
Hillside open day review
business premises from May Hill to Hillside Brewery) last year, the Williamsonâs family business has begun to morph into more than just a brewery… Continue Reading This Article
The Red Hart Inn, Blaisdon – more awesome local pub food!
Hereâs the second instalment on our quest for the best in local pub food. In case you didnât know, we have set ourselves the arduous task of finding the perfect pie, the #1 sausages and mash and the pinnacle of pub grub. In fact, round here, youâre spoilt for choice!
Fantastic Forest Flatbreads at Harts Barn!
Yvette Farrell, owner of Harts Barn Cookery School, has created her own iconic Forest of Dean signature dish – the âForest Flatbreadâ. This artisan treat has the potential to become a definitive local food. So, what is it? Well, the flatbreads come in a range of flavours, and Yvette has used high quality local ingredients so theyâre darned delicious! Continue Reading This Article
The Rising Sun, Woolaston Common: Fab, wholesome and homemade Pies!
John & Maria are seasoned pub owners, having been in the trade for 30 years and they have owned the Rising Sun, Woolaston, for 5 years. The pub (like John and Maria!) has plenty of character. This stone building is 400 years old and is located in the beautiful countryside that flanks this part of the River Severn. So, as youâd expect, the garden has spectacular views and it gets very busy in the summer. Continue Reading This Article
Hillside Brewery event: live music, food & drink next Sunday!
We have some exciting news! Hillside Brewery is holding an event on February 1st (2015), with live music, their own beers, locally sourced ciders and wines and fantastic local grub from Cameronâs Quality Butchers and the Forest Bakehouse at Longhope. So, what is all of this in aid of? Well, itâs the first of their monthly celebrations that are set to take place over 2015. Continue Reading This Article