| The inspiring produce of Hampshire - Matthew Thompkinson
I may be a relative newcomer to the Hampshire food scene, but in the three and a half years I have been living here and working at The Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu, I have been inspired by the quality... Read more |
| Michael Wignall - The eclectic delights of Surrey
I felt tremendously honoured last year when I was asked to write this foreword, so to be approached a second time really is a privilege. As with 12 months ago, I hope my pen skills manage to match those of... Read more |
| Excellence in Kent - Graham Garrett
This coming year will be special for me, as midsummer’s day will be the tenth anniversary of The West House – and a very exciting ten years it has been. 2011 has involved a variety of awards, accolades and television... Read more |
| Mark Poynton on Cambridges culinary culture
Cambridge is definitely a food destination on the up. Steadily and surely standards are continually improving and we are lucky to have an ever-growing selection of great restaurants and producers on our doorstep.
I love living and working here and... Read more |
| Ian Penn comes home to the Midlands
I came home to the Midlands to join the New Hall Hotel family earlier this year, and I’m proud to introduce you to this year’s Warwickshire & Birmingham Food & Drink Guide.
My team and I are working together... Read more |
| Gastronomical Glasgow - Martin Wishart
Glasgow has long been regarded as a cultural hub: a vibrant centre for the arts and sport, attracting world-stage events like the 2014 Commonwealth Games. In 2009 Lonely Planet named it one of the world’s top ten cities to... Read more |
| Aaron Patterson relishes Rutland
When I think about Leicestershire and Rutland, I automatically think about all its amazing food producers. What better inspiration for a chef than fine, seasonal, fresh ingredients produced by people who are passionate about what they do.
We’re a lucky... Read more |
| Michael Caines on the multicultural capital
We are very fortunate in Britain to enjoy such a wealth of different cuisines. This is something it is easy for us all to take for granted. Countries that have strong national, regional and local traditions still in place may... Read more |
| Clereuhugh adores Oxfordshire
In Britain or abroad, wherever I’ve been, that oh-so reassuring welcome-home feeling when I’m driving back into Oxfordshire is the best; crossing the Thames over the bridge and into Henley, through the Cotswolds and into Woodstock, or down the A40... Read more |
| Phil Thompsons love of the Chilterns
Having just celebrated my ninth anniversary of working in Hertfordshire, it is my very great pleasure to introduce you to this year’s edition of the Chilterns Food & Drink Guide.
One of the main reasons I love working in the Chilterns... Read more |
| Michel Roux Jr - London for everyone
London is still one of the world’s most exciting cities when it comes to eating out. There are few places that offer so much variety, with food from all corners of the globe served from the capital’s kitchens. In an... Read more |
| The food and drink renaissance - Si King
It’s my great pleasure to write the foreword for this guide. I still call the North East home – my friends and family still live here, as do I.
I’ve been around the world a few times now, filming the Hairy... Read more |
| Returning to Dorset with Mark Hix
Dorset is surely among the UK’s most beautiful counties. There’s the stunning Jurassic Coast, with its fossil-filled coves and miles of sandy beaches, and there’s picturesque countryside hiding charming traditional villages that beg to be explored. I was lucky enough... Read more |
| Appreciating Somerset - Luke Nicholson
Having been born and raised in the Bridgwater area, it’s always been my ambition to work at the nearby Walnut Tree Hotel. I have, as with any typical chef, worked in a variety of bars, restaurants and hotels, including some... Read more |
| Yorkshire - the home of superb cooking - Steve Smith
Yorkshire – the home of superb cooking, great diversity and an abundance of growers and producers. We have some of the best meat, fruit, veg and seafood right here on our doorstep and, even better, we have some of the... Read more |
