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All About Cornish Food Traditions & Producers

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This article is about all things Cornish food, covering the traditions and dishes that Cornwall has become famous for, along with a detailed guide to local food and drink brands from the county. Traditional Cornish Dishes Walk through Padstow in the summer and you’ll be hard-pressed to find someone who isn’t eating an ice cream, fish & chips or a pasty. Food is a key part to the county’s draw for millions of tourists every year. The region is famous for producing lots of great tasting food and drink, some of which began in Cornwall and others that have become...

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20 of the Best Afternoon Teas in Cornwall - Updated 2022

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Last Updated: 29 March 2022 View full size image. Jump to afternoon tea in - North Cornwall - South Cornwall - West Cornwall Newquay, Padstow, Bodmin, Bude, Launceston and North Cornwall Afternoon Tea The Padstow Harbour Hotel (Formerly The Metropole Hotel)Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8DBhttps://www.harbourhotels.co.uk/padstowFull Afternoon Tea £20 per person* - Served with a selection of sandwiches, plain and fruit scones, clotted cream and jam and a selection of cakes and sweet treats.Sparkling Afternoon Tea £28 per person* - Full afternoon tea with a glass of proseccoChampagne Afternoon Tea £32.50 per person* - Full afternoon tea with a glass of...

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2015 Christmas markets and events in Cornwall

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Cornwall has lots of Christmas events and activities, from getting into the festive spirit by watching the magic of the Christmas Light switch, meeting Santa, to finishing your Christmas, Cornwall has plenty of seasonal events to entertain the whole family. The popularity of Christmas markets and late night shopping evenings where you can enjoy an assortment of craft stalls and local food and drink and entertainment continues to grow each year. It therefore shouldn’t be hard to find an event to get you in the festive mood nearby. Picture: City of Lights, Truro If you want some Christmas fun and...

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24 Best Farm Shops In Cornwall - Updated 2022

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Our guide to the best farm shops located in Cornwall all selling a wide range local Cornish food and drink Jump to - North Cornwall - South Cornwall - West Cornwall. Newquay, Padstow, Bodmin, Bude, Launceston and North Cornwall Farm Shops Padstow Farm Shophttp://www.padstowfarmshop.co.uk/Padstow Farm Shop, Trethillick Farm, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8HJ. Padstow Farm Shop is part of an environmentally friendly farm that sell their own traditionally reared beef, lamb, homegrown vegetables alongside other products sourced as locally as possible. Much of their land is in Countryside Stewardship, an environmental scheme where no sprays or fertilisers are used, and their...

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