One of our Exmoor Food Fest friends, Sandy Cove Hotel, is hosting a seven-course charity tasting evening in aid of PANS/PANDAS UK, and it’s a cause very close to the family’s hearts. The Gilson family, who own the hotel, have a grandson living with PANS/PANDAS, a complex and little-known condition that can have a profoundContinue reading “🍷 A very special charity evening at Sandy Cove Hotel, 21st November 🍷”
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Meet the Sponsors: Scape Goat Rum
We’re Laura & Daniel and we’ve had a small business in the coastal village of Lynton, Devon since August of 2020. During that time, we’ve been working intimately with producers and curating flavours from across the region and beyond, always on the lookout for something truly special. Over the years, as our knowledge (and love)Continue reading “Meet the Sponsors: Scape Goat Rum”
Fancy a night out with friends and excellent food?
This table could be yours… Join us in celebrating the 2026 Exmoor Food Fest with our Grand Final Gala Dinner: 6 outstanding local chefs. 5 courses (vegetarian options available). Welcome Drink (Wicked Wolf Gin) Digestif (Scape Goat Rum). 17 March 2025 Croydon Hall, Felons Oak, Rodhuish, Minehead TA24 6QT ÂŁ89.00 per person regular price. ÂŁ71.20Continue reading “Fancy a night out with friends and excellent food?”
An Exmoor Indulgence: Six chefs, 5 courses – and a special offer
We’re delighted to confirm that Werner Hartholt will be the sixth chef involved in the Gala Dinner which is the Grand Final of the 2026 Exmoor Food Fest. Werner hosted the very Exmoor Food Fest launch when we started in 2015, and is now working as a Freelance Chef and Culinary Consultant. Fancy joining usContinue reading “An Exmoor Indulgence: Six chefs, 5 courses – and a special offer”
Join us for the Grand Final dinner at Croydon Hall
Five amazing chefs.Five courses.An amazing setting.That is our Grand Final gala dinner of the 2026 Exmoor Food Fest! Welcome Drink Amuse Bouche Starter (Olivier Certain)Exmoor venison carpaccio, plum, celeriac Fish (Carla Jones & Aidan Forward, Farmers Arms)Appledore cod.Cod caramel – hazelnut fricassee – Castlefranco sauce Main (Luke Nunn)Creedy Carver duck breast, rhubarb ketchup and orangeContinue reading “Join us for the Grand Final dinner at Croydon Hall”
The Royal Oak in Porlock is open for bookings
2 courses: ÂŁ24.95 * 3 courses: ÂŁ29.95 Set in the heart of Porlock village, The Royal Oak is a traditional Exmoor pub serving locally sourced, seasonal food in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Our head chef Ray creates honest, hearty dishes that celebrate the best of what Exmoor has to offer – from slow-roasted SundayContinue reading “The Royal Oak in Porlock is open for bookings”
The Farmers Arms in Combe Florey are open for bookings
From this Friday, the ExFF26 menu is available at the Farmers Arms! Literally risen from the ashes after a fire destroyed the original building dating back to the 15th century in January 2017, the Farmers Arms in Coggins Lane in Combe Florey is now a busy traditional pub with a modern twist where great prideContinue reading “The Farmers Arms in Combe Florey are open for bookings”
Week 3 at La Petite Bouchée
Book now for week 3 at La Petite BouchĂ©e in Witheridge, dedicated to A celebration of refined French classics, including Cassoulet Toulousain and Bouillabaisse Marseillaise, rich, soulful dishes that transport you straight to the heart of Southern France. This year, things are a little different at La Petite BouchĂ©e. Instead of one set menu forContinue reading “Week 3 at La Petite BouchĂ©e”
Staggering…
This year three venues participating in the Exmoor Food Fest decided to start their special offers later: Porlock Weir Hotel, The Farmers Arms and the Royal Oak in Porlock. Their menus will soon be available here on the website and we hope you’ll be able to support them.
Week 2 at La Petite Bouchée
La Petite BouchĂ©e is heading into week 2 of the Exmoor Food Fest with yet another fabulous menu. Modern French elegance shines through with dishes like warm oysters with champagne sabayon and sea bass en croĂ»te, blending contemporary flair with classical precision. Why not book a table for Valentine’s Day? L’ÉlĂ©gance Moderne Amuse-BoucheSoupe Ă l’OignonContinue reading “Week 2 at La Petite BouchĂ©e”
