Our blog about all things peachy
In the twenty years Jo Eames has chosen wines for our pubs global warming has shown itself clearly in the world’s vineyards. Sustainable wine-making is a key factor alongside sheer deliciousness & good value in her choices. Happily, many of our favourite producers follow organic, biodynamic and other recognised sustainable practices, now marked with a butterfly … Continued
Autumn is now within arm’s reach so what could be better than a cosy overnight stay with us? After a busy day exploring, settle down in a snug corner and warm your cockles with a glass of something special from our award-winning wine list, while indulging in hearty dishes from our Autumn menu. Whether it’s … Continued
Aubrey Allen understand, that they are only ever as good was the last meal they helped serve and have a focused approach towards consistency. Finding the best farmers to help them is key, and sourcing the best meat available in the British Isles dates back to the 1930’s, when Russell Allen’s grandfather opened his back … Continued
We’re proud to be a Best Companies employer, and being a Peachy place to learn, work and grow, is our number one principle. We think our pubs are great, but it’s our team that really makes us who we are. Being Peachy is not just a personality trait, it really is in our DNA. With … Continued
Day-boat sourcing means fresher fish, fully traceable from the moment it’s caught, to its arrival on your plate, from fishermen who take the sustainability of the seas as seriously as we do. We spoke to Trevor Blake, one of our executive chefs, to find out more about how our menus are written and why we … Continued
We only went and won! Edgbaston’s gorgeous gastropub took home the title at the Midlands Food, Drink & Hospitality Awards 2022, having gained the most votes in both the public vote and from the judges for the great quality food and drink it serves and the warm welcome it gives its guests. Now in their … Continued
“Doubtless God could have made a better berry, but doubtless God never did.’ Dr. William Butler We know we’re not meant to have favourites, but there’s something special about the arrival of Summer. Sunny days, longer evenings, alfresco dining and you’ll also find the “berry best” English Strawberries on our special’s boards. We’re big on Strawberries … Continued
When we put together our Bigger Peach social and environmental plan, we felt it right to make sure people were right at the top of the list. And so, ‘Making Life Peachy For Our Teams and Communities’ was the first principle and ‘We are a Peachy place to work, learn and grow’ our first promise. … Continued
Stories on environment and sustainability
Spring is always an exciting time for us, marking the wonderful (yet all too brief) season for English Asparagus. We source the very best quality from our friends, J.W. Allen & Sons, at Portwood Asparagus. We recently had the pleasure of visiting the farm and learning about the life of Portwood Asparagus from Andy Allen, … Continued