Meet Mike Palmer. He's Head Chef at The Castle Inn Lydford, a warm and welcoming gem just stone's throw from the famous Gorge and next door to Lydford Castle itself. We asked Chef Mike to tell us about his career to date, his inspiration and a few favourite things.
The mangosteen fruit is known throughout South East Asia as the Queen of Fruits, with many reputed health benefits. Devon-based Koota Juice have launched three 100% pure flavours which put this delicious fruit centre stage.
Do you qualify for an Assisted Place Plan on Ashburton Cookery School's new Level 3 Diploma courses? Assisted Places are available to passionate individuals who show potential for a career in the industry but may need financial support to take the next step. If that sounds like you, the Cookery School would love to hear your story.
Lyme Bay Winery is reimagining mead, the world’s oldest alcoholic drink, with the launch of two vibrant new flavours, Raspberry Lemonade and Strawberry & Elderflower Sparkling Mead. Lightly sparkling, bursting with natural flavour and at just 3.5% ABV, these fun and refreshing new drinks are redefining what people expect from mead.
Lyme Bay Winery has released its new 2024 Pinot Noir, a highly anticipated follow-up to its 2021 vintage, which was awarded Best Pinot Noir at the 2025 International Wine Challenge (IWC), a landmark achievement that positioned the wine among the finest examples of the variety globally.
Meet Matt Mason, Executive Chef at rooftop restaurant and bar, The View at Sandy Park, perched high above the stunning East Devon countryside.
In our latest Spotlight we asked co-founder and director Howard Davies, of acclaimed spirits distillery Salcombe Distilling Co. how they have made great strides to become more sustainable.
Whether it’s a candlelit dinner, a cosy night in or a special toast to love, Lyme Bay Winery’s Strawberry Wine is the perfect way to share a little sweetness this Valentine’s Day.
This winter, MICHELIN-starred restaurant Àclèaf invites you to a unique dining experience: the Àclèaf x The Àclèaf Book Menu, available throughout January and February 2026 at the 5-star Boringdon Hall Hotel & Spa near Plymouth.