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Loyton Lodge joins ExFF23 for one special night

Loyton Lodge & Safari Tent are set in the heart of Loyton Farm, expanding over 280 acres in the heart of North Devon. Originally a dairy farm, the land is now used throughout the year for various sports and farming. The Safari tent (or as its well known as ‘the party tent’) is a purpose-built venue for supper clubs, dinner parties, weddings, and events. Here at Loyton we like to make use of our…

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Get your tickets now for the closing dinner

Tickets are now available for the very first Exmoor Food Fest event at Loyton Lodge near Morebath, which is also the closing down dinner for the 2023 Exmoor Food Fest on 16 March 2023. Head chef Barrie Tucker will be joined in the kitchen by Chris Gillard, Chris Chatfield and Sam Brooke. Exmoor Food Fest Menu At Loyton Tent Starter By Chris Gillard Smoked Beech Ridge Duck Breast,  Date Puree…

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La Petite Bouchée launches Brasserie Menu

GET UP TO SPEED  Last year as energy prices soared and people’s disposable income became less, we took the difficult decision to close the dining room here at La Petite Bouchée, except for a monthly supper club. We shifted the main focus of our business over to our private dining and small events. This side of the business has grown considerably and our diary is already looking healthy for this…

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Spice Fusion

Inspired by some time assisting Atul Kochhar and his team, Tim Zekki is increasingly drawn to Indian spiced dishes. For the Exmoor Food Fest Duende presents a Spice Fusion 5 course Tasting Menu, Friday 10 & Saturday 11 March. This five course tasting menu is £55 per head. There will be an optional matching wine flight available at £35 per person. To book, email bookings@duenderestaurant.co.uk

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Menu reveal for Tim Zekki's Tasting Dinner at Croydon Hall

Celebrated Somerset chef Tim Zekki is coming to Croydon Hall with an exquisite 5-COURSE SECRET TASTING MENU with matching wine flight that will set your taste buds alight. Tim first started to cook at his father’s restaurant in Cyprus, where he inherited a love of foraging, pickling, and preserving from his grandmother. He developed his skills in restaurants in London, and his love of fine…

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Steak Sunday at Duende

Fancy a relaxed Sunday chill out where you can explore three different cuts of steak, with zesty salas, deep umami flavours and the fluffiest, crispiest chips you’ll ever meet? Then quickly book your table at Tim Zekki’s restaurant Duende in Wiveliscombe. EXFF 3 course set menu £45 Chalk stream trout cured in Sheppeys’ cider, homemade tartare sauce, charcoal bread.Steak board, with three 35…

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Extra ExFF dates at La Petite Bouchée

Following a sell-out month we’re extending our Exmoor Food Fest menu to March 3rd & 4th. Packed full of Bistro classics this menu has gone down a storm and we’ve been at full capacity all month. This also means we’ve had to let a lot of people down – another reason for this decision… so if you fancy a kilo of Moules followed by Creme Brulée, it’s yours for just £20.00. Anita-Clare Field,…

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Dine out at Tarr Farm Inn on Exmoor

Tarr Farm is a 16th Century inn in the heart of Exmoor next to Tarr Steps. We use only the finest local ingredients which are put together by our expert team with fantastic bar food and delicious a la carte meals in our restaurant. In 2017 we were named as one of the Top 50 Gastropubs in the UK, and we were a finalist in the Somerset Life Food & Drink Awards 2017 as well as a finalist in the…

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The 800-year history of Croydon Hall near Minehead in a nutshell

Croydon Hall near Minehead is taking part in the Exmoor Food Fest for the very first time this year. The venue was purchased and extensively renovated and refurbished by Jeremy Millins in 2020 during Lockdown. The plan for the hotel is simple: to share the glorious setting, to welcome diners to the restaurant, families and friends to stay in the individually designed and appointed bedrooms and…

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The Red Lion Hotel in Oakford is open for bookings

A beautifully appointed friendly local pub and restaurant with stunningly designed bedrooms. Situated on the edge of Exmoor, The Red Lion has undergone an expensive renovation but still maintains the atmosphere of a local Devon pub. Our chef is here to look after you with a superb varied menu catering for all tastes and requirements. If you stay a while in one of our sumptuous bedrooms, you…

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Discover Croydon Hall

Whilst many of us were working from home during the pandemic, serial entrepreneur Jeremy Millins from the Pure Group saw Croydon Hall for sale online in April 2020 and snapped it up. Despite unprecedented and challenging conditions of renovating a country house hotel and estate during lockdown, Jeremy, his partner and 85-year-old mum, Pam, moved in and, with the help of a team of local…

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The Hartnoll Hotel is open for bookings

The award-winning Hartnoll Hotel is nestled on the edge of Exmoor National Park in the delightful Exe Valley in Devon. With stunning decor, sumptuous fabrics, plenty of space to relax, eat and drink and exemplary customer service, it is the perfect place to relax with friends and family or meet with colleagues. The Hotel is set in beautiful landscaped gardens surrounded by glorious Devon…

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The Exmoor White Horse Inn is open for bookings

The award-winning Exmoor White Horse Inn sits at the very heart of Exmoor National Park in the delightful village of Exford. Its 16th century origins are reflected in its chic country interiors. Relax before dinner in oak beamed bars in front of a wonderful log fire. A warm welcome, creative menus & one of the most extensive whisky collections in the south west of England with over 250 malt…

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Porlock Weir Hotel is open for bookings

Our landmark hotel is situated overlooking the historic harbour of Porlock Weir and the atmosphere is one of peaceful nurture, where guests can kick off their cares along with their shoes and relax in this extraordinary corner of Exmoor.   Dine with us and celebrate fresh, local, seasonal food made with love. Our kitchen is open daily and we serve a selection of menus throughout the day.…

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ExFF23 in the Media: William Sitwell

2 February 2023, Somerset County Gazette What an honour to make the cover of the world’s finest local paper @countygazette but more importantly to support the brilliant @exmoorfoodfest Great local food now being served at amazing locations across Exmoor! William Sitwell, 2 February 2023William Sitwell is one of Britain’s leading food writers. He is a restaurant critic for The Telegraph,…

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The Rising Sun in Lynmouth is open for bookings

Here at The Rising Sun, we are poassionate about local food. We serve the very best in fresh seasonal produce, cooked just how you like it. Our menus have something for everyone, from fish lovers to vegetarians, with an ever-changing selection of specials to reflect the best of the coast and countryside. Perfectly complemented with a great wine list and well-kept real ales, ciders, and…