Thursday, February 23, 2012
Burwash Larder has long been known for its extensive array of artisan produce. Their shelves are positively bursting – not only with local products including fruit and vegetables straight from the fields, beers from small breweries and their very own rare breed sausages and bacon, but also with carefully sourced items from further afield – [...]
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The part of Cambridge known – on maps at any rate – as Newtown, is one of the city’s most pleasant neighbourhoods. It’s that small enclave loosely bordered by Hills Road, the Botanic Garden and Lensfield Road, and is home to several university departments and some fine traditional pubs, including The Alma. As well as [...]
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Cambridge food blogger Ivana Gresham is back with another recipe idea, perfect fare for serving up to someone special on Valentine’s evening… Jam Creme Brulee for two “With Valentines day just around the corner why not surprise your loved one with a romantic home cooked meal? I can’t think of a better way end the [...]
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Italy has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the most romantic nations on earth. It probably has a little to do with fictional heroes such as Casanova, and a lot to do with the Italians’ appreciation for the good things in life – food, wine, music and company. With Valentine’s Day just around the [...]
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The Red Cow is an idyllic thatched country pub in the rural village of Chrishall set in the rolling countryside South of Cambridge about halfway between Saffron Walden and Royston and at a midpoint of the ancient Icknield Way. It is a pub with a well-deserved reputation for good food, open throughout the week for [...]
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A new year is always a time for new beginnings, and that’s certainly the case at the much-loved village pub-restaurant, The Plough in Coton, as they welcome a new head chef to join the team there. New head chef Edward Barker has a great track record, having spent several years overseeing restaurant openings in the [...]
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If you’re ever scouting around for a proper, traditional village pub that ticks all the boxes in terms of food, drink, value and hospitality, then The Chequers at Pampisford is certainly one to consider. This 16th century pub stands at the heart of its pretty village, which is close to Sawston and an easy drive [...]
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There are few things more pleasurable than a stroll on a crisp Winter’s day from Cambridge along the river and across the meadows to Grantchester – especially if there’s the promise of some warming food and drink at the end of it. Well if you were looking for an additional excuse to do just that [...]
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The party season is upon us and Caribbean Delights are well placed to make your celebration a memorable success. We specialise in wholesome traditional cooking with home cooked soul. Despite the business name we cater to all tastes. Explorer persuaded owner, Jeff to share with you two special family recipes, which would make any party [...]
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After months of hard grafting behind the graffiti sign that has formed the front of The Fountain recently, it is finally time for its grand reopening. Since starting their large refurbishment project many months ago, The Fountain has shut and opened various floors at various times to allow it to continue trading but on Wednesday [...]
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