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…
The Gin craze shows no sign of slowing in the UK. Around the world there has been a ‘ginnaissance’ with a significant increase in the numbers of people drinking gin. Arguably some of this is due to the UK’s lockdown…
No visit to Cornwall is complete without tasting this quintessentially Cornish staple. The Cornish Pasty is unique and there’s a wealth of evidence which suggests the Cornish pasty dates back to the 14th century, during the reign of Edward III. There…
Cornwall is an ultimate destination for foodies, with its incredible local larder of produce from land and sea. There’s an abundance of high-profile chefs scattered across Cornwall from star studded Michelin restaurants to exceptional fine dining and outstanding quirky eateries.…
There’s something absolutely delightful and totally indulgent about tucking into the fabulous combination of scones, jam and Cornish clotted cream. Afternoon tea, is one of the most quintessentially English of customs, and Cornwall is renowned for its Cornish Cream tea.…