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October is what foodies have been waiting for! Throughout the month, food and drink events are taking place from Bristol to the tip of Cornwall, making it the biggest food festival of its kind in the UK.
There's something for everyone, from festivals to fine dining events in individual restaurants, to fun foodie fun for kids.
There's also an Eat out for £10 dining promotion taking place across the month, so that credit-crunch hit consumers can eat at some of the best restaurants at a tasty discount.
In its ninth year this year, Celebration of Food had its biggest ever year in 2010 with over 250 events taking place across the South West with Somerset, Bath and Bristol involved for the first time too.
The Celebration is run by food magazine and the September-October issues of food will feature all of the events taking place in this year's Celebration. Pick the free magazines up at the best restaurants, cafes, delis and foodie hotels across the South West.
The festival has and continues to be supported by many big names in the South West food scene, such as Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall, Michael Caines, Nathan Outlaw, Carluccios, Mitch Tonks, Willie Harcourt Cooze, Masterchef winner Mat Follas, and Mary Berry.
For more information on the festival please call organisers Salt Media on 01271 859299.
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NATHAN OUTLAW MASTERCLASSES
Mon, 11 Oct 10 - 29 Oct 10
Nathan Outlaw will celebrate Cornish produce by hosting 3-4 master classes at his Se
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GONE FISHIN'
Fri, 01 Oct 10 - 22 Oct 10
Fifteen Cornwall has Gone Fishin'.
We're celebrating the Cornish coast this autumn w
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Special Food Festival Package |
Tue, 05 Oct 10 - 28 Oct 10
Why not stay with us and enjoy a seasonal 3 course menu and an aperitif for each person?
Receive 10% off normal Dinner, Bed and Breakfast price of £169 per couple per night in a standard double room plus a free aperitif of the day for each guest. New bookings only. Available Tuesday - Thursday only. Valid for the month of October only on mention of this advertisement.
22 Mill Street Chagford TQ13 8AW
Tel. 01647432244
www.22millst.com
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Andrew's Masterclass Cookery Demonstration |
Wed, 13 Oct 10 - 13 Oct 10
Find out Andrew's top tips for cooking Exmoor game, meat and poultry to perfection.
Cookery demonstration includes lunch. A special package to include dinner, bed and breakfast is also available. See website for details.
Andrews on the Weir Porlock Weir Porlock Somerset TA24 8PB
Tel. 01643 863300
www.andrewsontheweir.co.uk
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Tea Tasting |
Thu, 14 Oct 10 - 14 Oct 10
Come and have Afternoon Tea followed swiftly by a tea tasting session with Duncan, our Master Tea Blender, where you'll get to try a selection of our teas and find out about how they are grown & produced.
After tea, Andy our resident Tea Master will make for you a selection of our tantalising tea infused cocktails. The perfect blend of the 2 best selling legal drugs, caffeine & alcohol! There will also be a chance to ask us all those questions you've wanted answering about tea. The event will cost £10 per person.
Papaji's House of Teas 109 Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2PB
Tel. 0117 9466144
www.papajis.co.uk
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Perry Pear Day |
Sat, 16 Oct 10 - 16 Oct 10
It's Perry Pear Orchard harvest time! Come along for tastings and tips on growing your own pears and other soft fruit. Guided walks, demonstrations, children's trail and a Perry Pear menu in the Tea-rooms. Normal Admission Charges Apply. Starts 11am - 4.30pm.
South Gloucestershire Taste Festival Dyrham Park Dyrham near Bath SN14 8ER
Tel. 01454 863592
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-dyrhampark
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Vineyard Tour - Wine Tasting |
Sun, 10 Oct 10 - 10 Oct 10
Kings and Queens have stayed at Thornbury Castle, the only Tudor castle in England to be open as a hotel. Learn more of its' fascinating history, taste Thornbury Castle wine and tour the castle and historic grounds. For this event and through the 'Taste' festival, Thornbury Castle is offering a complimentary upgrade to full afternoon tea when you book for a cream tea. Please quote 'festival' when making your reservation. Offer limited to 1 upgrade per person - subject to availability. Maximum 15 people. Booking essential. Starts 11am - 12.30pm
South Gloucestershire Taste Festival Thornbury Castle Thornbury BS35 1HH
Tel. 01454 281182
www.thornburycastle.co.uk
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Film Show |
Sat, 02 Oct 10 - 02 Oct 10
An opportunity to watch this film that lifts the veil on the food industry and reveals some truths about what we eat, how it's produced and who we have become as a society. Refreshments provided - free entry.
South Gloucestershire Taste Festival Cossham Hall Chapel Street Thornbury BS35 2BJ
Tel. 01454 863883
www.southgloslocalfood.org
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Exmoor's Got Talent with Somerset Tapas |
Sat, 09 Oct 10 - 09 Oct 10
From 7pm A chance to showcase some of Somerset's finest untapped Musical Geniuses - or not. Artists are invited from all over the county to compete for a first prize of £100 and a further 3 paid bookings at The Dunster Castle Hotel. This usually draws quite a crowd and provides excellent fun for all. We shall also be serving excellent Exmoor produce with a Tapas twist. Try little bites washed down with San Miguel, Sangria or our excellent range of local ales and ciders. Cost: No set cost, choose off the menu. Booking advised. See www.exmoorfoodfestival.co.uk for full list of events.
Dunster Castle Hotel Dunster TA24 6SF
Tel. 01643 823030
www.thedunstercastlehotel.co.uk
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Orchard Discovery Walk |
Tue, 12 Oct 10 - 12 Oct 10
Discover a local orchard! Starting at Fountain Square in Broad Street, Staple Hill this walk will include the railway path, Mangotsfield Station, Pomphrey Hill and Rodway Common. Just turn up at 10.30am wearing suitable footwear and clothes. Good surfaces, no stiles but some hills.
South Gloucestershire Taste Festival Staple Hill Bristol BS16 5LR
Tel. 01454 863592
www.southgloslocalfood.org
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Plymbridge Fungi Foray |
Thu, 07 Oct 10 - 07 Oct 10
Join an expert and see how many species of fungi you can identify.
Adults £4, child £2. Booking essential on 01752 341377.
South Devon Property Office The Stables Saltram Plympton Plymouth PL7 1UH
Tel. 01752 341377
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Biodynamic Garden Visit |
Sun, 03 Oct 10 - 03 Oct 10
Visit the beautiful biodynamic certified gardens set in historic parkland - a farm with rare breed animals, a working horse and gardens producing fruit and vegetables for use by the local school and sold to the local community via Thornbury CSA (Community Supported Agriculture).
Open 2-5pm.
South Gloucestershire Taste Festival Camphill Communities Sheiling School Park Road Thornbury BS35 1HP
Tel. 01454412194
www.southgloslocalfood.org
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Eat Out For £10 At City Cafe |
Fri, 01 Oct 10 - 31 Oct 10
Eat out for £10.00 - well £9.95 actually! Throughout October dine at the award winning, 2 AA Rosette City Cafe restaurant and enjoy 2 courses off our twice weekly changing Market Menu for £9.95 including a 125ml glass of City Cafe wine or a bottle of beer. The Market Menu showcases seasonal, locally sourced produce and this special offer is available every weekday lunchtime between 12pm and 3pm and again in the evening between 6.30pm and 10.30pm.
Booking is essential and Eat Out For £10.00 Offer must be mentioned when booking
City Cafe Temple Rose Street Bristol BS1 6BF
Tel. 0117 910 2700
www.cityinn.com
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Stay 2 nights for the price of 1 |
Mon, 04 Oct 10 - 28 Oct 10
During October, stay two nights at the Inn and pay for just ONE!
If you book a two night, mid-week, bed and breakfast stay with us, you pay for one night and get the next night free!
Terms:
- Available from Monday to Thursday nights only
- Residents must dine in the Restaurant on both nights
- Dinner must be chosen from the A La Carte Menu and must consist of 3 courses
- Applies to new bookings only and must be requested at time of booking
The Dartmoor Inn at Lydford Moorside Lydford Nr Okehampton Devon EX20 4AY
Tel. 01822 820221
www.dartmoorinn.com
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The Junior Pizza-making Challenge!! |
Sat, 23 Oct 10 - 23 Oct 10
Saturday afternoon's are always great for pizza, and never more so that if you're getting your hands on that dough and making your own!!
With limited spaces, we are looking forward to inviting kids, up to age 10 the chance to hand-stretch their own pizza bases, & then lovingly (or messily!) top them with their very own selection of ingredients!!
Prizes for the best/worst/most creative, etc...and the kids get to eat their creations, with a drink, for a tenner a child.
The Riverside 30 Caen Street Braunton North Devon EX33 1AA
Tel. 01271813633
www.theriversidebraunton.co.uk
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Exmoor Food Fair |
Sun, 10 Oct 10 - 10 Oct 10
E: Porlockci@somerset.gov.uk 10am-4pm Browse, taste and buy from the busy local produce hall. Judging will also be taking place for the Exmoor Chutney Competition, (ask Porlock Visitor Centre for more info 01643 863 150). The local Allotment Association will also have a display and be offering valuable advice. See www.exmoorfoodfestival.co.uk for full list of events.
Village Hall Porlock TA24 8QD
Tel. 01643 863150
www.porlock.co.uk
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Vibes at the Village |
Wed, 06 Oct 10 - 06 Oct 10
Email: info@villageinnlynmouth.co.uk 8.30pm Enjoy our complimentary nibbles whilst listening to the live music. Village Inn is a traditional 300 year old Free House with a cosy atmosphere, great food, real ales, guest ales and the bonus of a range of malt whiskies!
Cost: Free See www.exmoorfoodfestival.co.uk for full list of events.
The Village Inn 19 High Street Lynmouth EX35 6EH
Tel. 01598 752354
www.villageinnlynmouth.co.uk
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Taste Food Festival |
Fri, 01 Oct 10 - 17 Oct 10
The 6th South Gloucestershire Local Food & Drink Festival has 38 separate events which take place throughout the district and vary from bakery, brewery and farm tours to food festivals, farmers' markets and cookery demonstrations.
South Gloucestershire Taste Festival South Gloucestershire COuncil Badminton Road Yate BS37 5AF
Tel. 01454 863883
www.southgloslocalfood.org
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Steak Frites |
Fri, 01 Oct 10 - 31 Oct 10
8oz Steak Frites £13.95 with a complimentary glass of wine!
We use only the finest quality beef produced from the Scottish Estates of the Duke of Buccleuch. Our rib-eye steaks are aged for a minimum of 21 days and accompanied by watercress and bearnaise for maximum flavour.
City Cafe Temple Rose Street Bristol BS1 6BF
Tel. 0117 910 2700
www.cityinn.com
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The Big Pick Up! |
Sun, 10 Oct 10 - 10 Oct 10
Help us harvest the apples from the Killerton Orchard, to be used for award wiining cider.
Free, fun afternoon for all the family.
Killerton Broadclyst Exeter Devon EX5 3LE
Tel. 01392 881345
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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A Friday at Combe |
Fri, 01 Oct 10 - 01 Oct 10
Visit the lovely Combe House near Honiton to meet the artist Richard Adams in the hotel’s historic Georgian kitchen, and view his latest exhibition.
Combe House Gittisham Honiton EX14 3AD
Tel. 01404 540400
www.combehouse.co.uk
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Bakery Tour |
Wed, 06 Oct 10 - 06 Oct 10
Visit this award winning local bakery, established in 1986 for a tour including light refreshments. A family run business where three generations work alongside each other. (Limited disabled access). Maximum 15 people. Booking essential. Starts 1pm - 2.30pm
South Gloucestershire Taste Festival Hobbs House Bakery Chipping Sodbury BS37 6AA
Tel. 01454 321629
www.hobbshousebakery.co.uk
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