Spend any time in and around Padstow and you’ll be surrounded by the smells and flavours of the sea. Culinary bliss for many visitors, but less tempting for our vegetarian and vegan friends. Fear not! Cornwall has been making great…
Taking your dog on holiday to Cornwall can be a mixed blessing. On the one hand you’ve got some of the best walks and beaches on your doorstep. But finding places where your pet is welcome, particularly in the summer…
Cornwall is now well established as a culinary Mecca, with Padstow right at the heart of the revolution thanks to the likes of Rick Stein and Paul Ainsworth. What better souvenir could a foodie hope to take away from their…
If you’re looking for the ultimate afternoon indulgence you’ve come to the right place. Padstow is jam packed (pardon the pun) with cafes, hotels and restaurants claiming to offer the perfect cream tea. As we discussed in 'the delights of…
Cornish cider has come a long way over the past couple of thousand years. Contrary to the popular image of drunk and incapable farmers passed out next to gallon bottles of scrumpy, for much of its history cider has played…
Fresh, locally produced food and drink are an essential part of the Cornish experience for many visitors, so it makes sense to seek out the very best ingredients from the source. You will likely be tempted by dozens of local…
Cornwall is fast gaining a reputation as one of the leading wine producing regions in England, and is even beginning to compete with France. Whether you’re looking for a Champagne style fizz, a fruity rosé or even a decent red,…
According to wiki, Cornwall is home to over 60 cheeses, so if you’re a foodie who happens to love cheese, then you should explore some of the amazing artisan cheeses made in Cornwall. The choice is endless: soft, hard, blue,…
When we think of Cornwall our minds quickly turn to the sea and the amazing food that springs from over 400 miles of coast. Fishing remains an important part of the Cornish economy and its gastronomic culture; tasty, distinctive dishes…
In just a few decades, Cornish wine has gone from being a little known novelty to winning international prizes and being granted Protected Designated Origin status. The county now has many major vineyards producing everything from crisp Sauvignon Blanc to…