Tallying The Talisman
The newly renovated Talisman, once a local known as the Tali – and the transformation is amazing Read More
08 June, 2022As good as abroad post-lockdown
A break across the sea, even if we can't go abroad Read More
25 June, 2021Noble Bees on a working heather holiday
New Forest Noble Bees' heather honey in the making. A beautiful video by Matt Dunkinson. Read More
17 June, 2021Spilling the beans on a great coffee liqueur
For people who love good coffee and care about its impact on the environment and its farmers Read More
16 June, 2021Formula One champion and his Hampshire buffalo
Water buffalo grazing on organic pasture in Hampshire produce the most amazing mozzarella! Read More
04 June, 2021Let’s support our local butchers
The family butcher is an institution making a deserved comeback Read More
28 May, 2021Something sweet that’s also good for you!
Local honey has health benefits and it's delicious and versatile too! Read More
18 May, 2021English asparagus season is underway
English asparagus season is underway - but it's short so make the most of it. Here we showcase Standsted Farm Shop and Barfoots Farms Read More
02 May, 2021Wild about Mushrooms
The most beautiful exotic mushrooms from The New Forest make the most delicious dishes Read More
15 April, 2021Chasing rainbows
On our patch we have two rivers that are world-renowned for rainbow trout, The Test and the Itchen. Here's our local producer recipe showcase. Read More
30 March, 2021Recipes from a local larder
As foodies, we're supporting our local producers. First up... recipes from The Isle of Wight Garlic Farm. Read More
14 March, 2021Hidden Dorset cafe
Hidden away down a leafy lane in West Dorset is Down House Farm, a quirky garden cafe with the most delicious of home-cooked food. Read More
23 February, 2021Foodie’s delight in Hampshire
Stockbridge is a picturesque town in Hampshire, winner of Google Street View’s 'foodiest high street in Britain' title. Read More
20 February, 2021Charter Market at Salisbury
If you love a traditional English market, then Salisbury Charter Market is definitely worth a visit. Read More
13 February, 2021Boutique stay at Spitbank Fort
A stunning, if a little eccentric, boutique hotel which gives ‘getting away from it all’ a new, and distinctly nautical perspective. Read More
02 March, 2020Selsey crab and much more
In a quiet spot in the West Sussex countryside, sits a foodie country pub with rooms, which is, without doubt, worth seeking out. Read More
30 August, 2019Afternoons off to a tea
Heading out for afternoon tea in the quintessentially English, Montagu Arms in Beaulieu in the New Forest. Read More
18 June, 2019Lavender, gardens and cake
If you’re a keen gardener, as well as a cake lover, then the New Forest Lavender Tearooms is a destination which is a must. Read More
27 May, 2019New Forest tasting menu
The tasting menu at Stanwell House, a boutique hotel, bar and restaurant in the High Street in Lymington, is a relaxed treat. Read More
20 May, 2019A pint with a view
Old Portsmouth's Still & West offers leisurely pint and a constantly changing view of Portsmouth Harbour. Read More
10 April, 2019Lymington Saturday market
Exit the M27, cross a cattle grid and the awesome ancient New Forest opens up before you. Read More
01 February, 2019Hidden away, the Salt Cafe
A little-known café to hunt out if you’re a fan of sourdough, good coffee and amazing cakes – all with a coastal view. Read More
11 January, 2019Breakfast like a king
The Ivy Brasserie at Winchester, beautiful decor, delicious suppers and the chance to breakfast like a king. Read More
10 July, 2018Love food, hate fuss?
If you like great food in a relaxed pub setting then The Earl of March near Chichester is a perfect balance between the two. Read More
13 June, 2018Father’s Day. What sort of Dad is yours?
What do you buy the Dad who's got everything for Father's Day? Check out our ideas for something out and about. Read More
12 June, 2018Well earned CAMRA listing
A former coaching inn with roots in the 1700s, The Hampshire Bowman has earned its long-standing place in the CAMRA good pub guide. Read More
08 May, 2018Southsea – a feast of the world
Gunwharf Quays has it's appeal for its eateries with harbourside views, but for off-the-beaten-track experience, head to Southsea. Read More
17 April, 2018New Forest Manor lunch
Burley Manor is a relaxed restaurant with rooms in an historic manor house in the New Forest National Park Read More
16 April, 2018Seaside walk and breakfast
For great seaside walks, whatever the weather, few places in Hampshire can beat Stokes Bay, especially the walk to Fort Gilkicker. Read More
25 February, 2018HH & Co cookery school
Behind the scenes at the HH&Co kitchen and their cookery school at Lime Wood Hotel in the New Forest. Read More
08 February, 2018Weekend walk and breakfast
A Sunday morning walk in the windswept months, when the promise of a cooked breakfast makes you walk just a little bit faster. Read More
31 January, 2018
