Our blog about all things peachy
The Great British Bake Off is back – with its usual mix of people and personalities, this series looks to be as good as ever! Although the 12 contestants in this year’s Great British Bake Off are being described as the most polished in the competition’s history – the first week saw four contestants throw their creations in … Continued
Designing menus that are on-trend and work for the pubs, is a delicate balance between listening to what our guests want, whilst also offering choice, and dishes they might not have thought they wanted to begin with. Each menu offers all the old favourites, plus new and exciting dishes, a good choice of steaks, fish … Continued
Tanners Douro, what a wine! Whether you’re enjoying a light Salad for lunch, or Steak and Chips with Peppercorn Sauce – this wine goes well with it all. The Douro Valley, a World Heritage Site, is located in the North of Portugal, and it’s dramatic, steep, rocky vineyards are at great altitude, bathed in sunshine … Continued
I love my industry, and hospitality is in my DNA, along with having a love for great plates of food. Over the years, I’ve eaten in numerous pubs, cafes and restaurants, tried uncountable plates of food in tastings, and always enjoyed cooking at home too. From classic gastronomic dishes (which are now sometimes seen as … Continued
During lockdown, we saw so many local heroes in our Towns, and we wanted to say thank you for all they did. In September we asked our guests for their stories, and rewarded them with a £10 gift, from us and them. Here are some of the truly amazing words we received. From The Swan … Continued
South Devon Crab Throughout the year we bring you the best of the season, and in August we celebrate native hand-picked dressed crab. It’s caught off the coast of South Devon, where the clean rich waters make it incredibly sweet tasting. We serve it in its shell, simply, with skinny fries, dressed rocket and paprika … Continued
This October, we’re thrilled to be stocking Rubies in the Rubble – a ketchup that not only tastes like the Nation’s favourite, but also contains twice the fruit and half the refined sugar than other leading brands. We asked Founder and CEO of Rubies in the Rubble, Jenny Costa, a few questions. So where did … Continued
In 2010, Tarquin and Lippa Wood created the Enonkishu Conservancy, in the Mara, Kenya, to help protect one of Africa’s increasingly fragile ecosystems. To carry on their culture in the Mara, the Maasai landowners need sufficient income, whilst protecting and sustaining the unique wildlife and habitat. Unfortunately, Tourism alone does not provide the income needed, and … Continued
A private party for six with Martell Cognac As the season changes, so do our comment cards, and therefore their prizes! Winter’s comment card prize was something warming and Brandy themed. Guests that filled in a comment card with feedback from their visit were entered into a prize draw, to be in with a chance … Continued
Hereford Prime Steak As the title suggests, the Herford Prime Steak has indeed been named the World’s Best Steak. However, we don’t think that simply telling you this is enough, and neither do they, we plan to explain exactly why this Steak has such stature. First, a little bit of history… Back in 1997 Hereford … Continued