Foodie News
Read the latest food and drink news.
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British Food Fortnight
Get out and enjoy British Food Fortnight (18 September to 3 October) in the East of England. Follow a food and drink trail; cook up a meal at home using items sourced from the area; or check out our range of regional recipes. There are also a series of special events - from food and drink tastings to beer festivals. Check out our full online guide to British Food Fortnight
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Foodie Fests
Celebrate the East of England's wonderful array of local food and drink - with our fantastic Foodie Fests throughout 2010. Coming highlights include the Norfolk Food Festival - running from Wednesday 1 September to Sunday 3 October. Highlights include - 'A Moveable Feast'; a food fair; and the annual Battle of the Bangers. Check out our full online listing of Foodie Fests
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Chilford scoops Wine of the Year 2010
Chilford Hall Vineyard at Linton in Cambridgeshire is celebrating after its 'Chilford Hundred Sparkling Rose 2004' was awarded the top accolade of Wine of the Year 2010, as well as the Spear Trophy for best sparkling wine and a Gold Medal at the East Anglian Wine Growers Association 2010 Awards. Chilford's 20 acre vineyard is the only commercial vineyard in the county.
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Lawson's up for Deli Award
The excellent Lawson's Deli at Aldeburgh in Suffolk has reached the final stages of the Deli of the Year Competition 2010. Through to the last five from more than 400 nominated in the country - the winner will be announced in September. Lawson's specialises in high quality, local and organic produce, and also offer a bespoke meal service using the best of ingredients.
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On Safari...
Why not go behind-the-scenes at some of Suffolk's best loved
food and drink producers? Food Safari specialises in gourmet experiences, combining guided tours, hands-on classes and cookery demonstrations. Learn about free range pigs (17 October); seafood (11 September); or go on a smokehouse tour (13 November). Visit the website for full details.
