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Gourmet Life - light bites of Surrey food and drink news
May 1st 2012
Whether you’re launching a new restaurant, farmers’ market, farm shop or foodie event, get in touch with your Surrey food and drink news at matthew.williams@surreylife.co.uk
Surrey’s best tea shops: Parisian pantries to countryside coffee houses
April 23rd 2012
Every month, Surrey Life magazine showcases one of the area’s best tea shops, from Parisian pantries to countryside coffee houses. Here you'll find abridged versions of Louise Johncox's Tea Shop Trail column...
Most romantic restaurants in Surrey – 10 of the best
February 14th 2012
This Valentine’s Day, spoil your loved one with luxury cream teas, champagne and many-course meals at a romantic Surrey restaurant (and don't forget the chocolates)...
Serve up a Smooth Radio Starlight Supper to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support
January 12th 2012
Get together with friends and family on Saturday March 10th for the Smooth Radio Starlight Supper to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Your Surrey Christmas dinner - where to buy ingredients locally
December 19th 2011
Santa does enough air miles for everyone at this time of year, so why not do your bit by sourcing all your festive produce here in Surrey. Matthew Williams brings you 20 fantastic suggestions for how to localise your Christmas lunch
Roasting Tips for the perfect Sunday Lunch or Christmas Dinner
December 2nd 2011
It is now officially ‘roast season’. And, although chicken, lamb or pork will do, there’s nothing quite like a traditional, juicy piece of roast beef for Sunday lunch.
Toad in The Hole Recipe
December 2nd 2011
Toad in the Hole made with Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard flavoured batter, served with delicious French Onion Gravy.
Top tips on how to avoid a Christmas dinner disaster
November 30th 2011
Let’s face it, Christmas dinner disasters are far from rare in most households. A poll just released shows a quarter of us have first-hand experience of something going badly wrong on the 25th December...
Epsom restaurateur is granted Freedom of the City of London
November 3rd 2011
Epsom restaurateur Enam Ali, who owns the highly-acclaimed Indian restaurant Le Raj, has been made a Freeman of the City of London.
Best farm shops in Surrey
October 25th 2011
With cutting food miles becoming an increasing priority in these environmentally aware times, MATTHEW WILLIAMS brings you a few of Surrey's best farm shops, perfect for getting your hands on fresh local produce
Love Food Surrey say waste not, want not
October 3rd 2011
As food prices continue to rise around the world, it’s a sobering thought to know that many families waste up to £50 a month throwing away uneaten food.
Food bartering scheme introduced by innovative Surrey pub
September 21st 2011
Long known for their innovative ideas, the owners of one Surrey pub have introduced a bartering system to help boost the use of local ingredients and reduce food waste.
Surrey farmers’ market is on the move from Cobham to Dorking
September 15th 2011
After four years in Cobham’s Leg O' Mutton field, Surrey Markets is moving to the centre of Dorking this October.
New deli and butchery at Priory Farm, South Nutfield
June 22nd 2011
A new improved deli and butchery was opened at Priory Farm Shop, South Nutfield by Cllr Brian Perkins, chairman of Tandridge District Council, on Monday June 20.
INDULGE IN THE FINEST CULINARY CREATIONS AT ROYAL ASCOT 2011
June 8th 2011
For five days only (Tuesday 14th June to Saturday 18th June 2011) iconic British institution, Royal Ascot, will offer racegoers and food connoisseurs alike, the opportunity to indulge in an array of exquisite menus...
Eating and Drinking at Royal Ascot 2011: The Definitive Guide
June 8th 2011
With Ascot Racecourse celebrating their 300th anniversary this year we bring you a definitive Royal Ascot A-Z to ensure you don't miss a thing...
A hamper full of treats at the Hampton Court Palace, Foodies Festival 2011
May 27th 2011
Showcasing speciality food and drink from all over the world, this month’s Foodies Festival at Hampton Court Palace features everything from small artisan producers to delicious fine dining experiences.
ENJOY ENTERTAINING THE EASY WAY WITH JO PRATT & GAGGIA
April 15th 2011
To celebrate the launch of the Unica, the new Gaggia automatic bean-to-cup coffee machine, we’ve joined up with presenter and celebrity chef, Jo Pratt to share with you our top dinner party tips...
Red Meat and Your Health - Watch the Video
March 4th 2011
New review reveals health benefits of red meat and challenges myths...
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