Everyone loves a “tray-bake” and these lemony coconut slices fit the bill a treat. They are simple to make and are perfect for school fetes, birthday parties or just to share with friends and family over a cup of tea. Keep Summer alive a little longer with these delicious bites.. Ingredients 155g softened butter 165g […]
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Category Archives: Food & Drink
Sweet Treats
Twenty four year old Rachel Petrie is the owner of local business Poppy Chocs and Cake Confectioners. Here she talks to us about her award-winning sweet confections and the path that led her there. Back when I was sixteen years old and still at school, I took a job at a local restaurant. While I […]
The Mayor and the Oyster
James Bowles of oyster specialists, Oyster Meister kindly sent us this video of Abergavenny’s mayor, Martin Hickman, sampling his very first oyster at this year’s Abergavenny Food Festival. We’re not entirely convinced he enjoyed it – but we certainly did – we had a tray of 6 between us, and we’ll be back for more […]
Abergavenny Food Festival 2014 Pictures
Here’s some our pictures from Saturday’s food filled fun at the Abergavenny Food Festival. Can you spot yourself? Click on an image for a larger/ slideshow view.
Make the most of your wild larder
Simon King is chef/proprietor at restaurant 1861 near Abergavenny. He talks to us about foraging, and shares his recipe for Wild Mushroom Ravioli. I am a keen forager, and you can find me out and about at all times of the year looking for delicious hedgerow goodies. Our customers love our wild food dinners too, […]
Our top picks for this year’s Abergavenny Food Festival
Whether you’re a seasoned Festival goer or a first time Festival virgin, there’s no denying that there is a lot to choose from at the Abergavenny Food Festival. And it can be quite overwhelming. Where should you go? What should you eat? Who does the best cheese, for heaven’s sake?! All questions that need answers. […]
A Brand New Delicatessen for Abergavenny
This August, the doors opened to The Marches Delicatessen. The shop on Nevill Street has been the realisation of a long held dream for the new owner, Tom Lewis, to open a delicatessen which places an emphasis on high quality, locally-made produce. It has also provided him with the perfect platform to showcase the fine […]
Facing up to Food
Food Banks and Food Festivals might not seem comfortable bedfellows, but it’s nevertheless an Abergavenny reality. So in amongst the exotic food offerings of the up and coming Abergavenny Food Festival, Saturday 20th September’s programme will also include the free-all -day “Just Food” fringe event, where talks, panel discussions, films, and food demonstrations will centre […]
Facing up to Food
Food Banks and Food Festivals might not seem comfortable bedfellows, but it’s nevertheless an Abergavenny reality. So in amongst the exotic food offerings of the up and coming Abergavenny Food Festival, Saturday 20th September’s programme will also include the free-all -day “Just Food” fringe event, where talks, panel discussions, films, and food demonstrations will centre […]
Take a Culinary Trip to the ‘Best Event in Wales’
Later this month Britain’s brightest culinary talent will be flocking to the Welsh Borders for a weekend of fun and feasting. They’ll all be sharing their fabulous skills at the Abergavenny Food Festival (20 and 21 September) – ‘Best Event in Wales 2013’*. New initiatives this year include a Night Market on the Saturday and […]
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