Food & Drink

The grape harvest is now underway at Devon's largest vineyard, Pebblebed.

This year, the winemakers, based at Clyst St Mary are all set for another bumper harvest following the great weather this summer.

Pebblebed owner, Geoff Bowen, said: "Last year, we harvested a huge 45 tonnes of grapes, producing nearly 40,000 bottles, and this year we are hoping for a similar yield. So we need some help to gather in the grapes. In the same tradition as the great vineyards of France and Italy, the harvest is a community effort and is a great social occasion as well as an opportunity to...

Enjoy delicious Christmas traditions with a modern twist on Blackpool Sands.

Looking for the ultimate office party location this festive season? The Venus beachside restaurant at Blackpool Sands near Dartmouth is a unique Christmas venue, with stunning views of the ocean, a pristine sandy beach and delicious locally-sourced food on the menu. A great coastal getaway from the daily grind where you can switch off and relax with your colleagues.

Celebrate Christmas by the seaside in the South Hams and enjoy local produce such as free-range Devon turkey and succulent venison...

On Saturday 30th August The Real McCoy customers and Pickle Shack pop-up restaurant regulars were treated to an indulgent dining experience in the quirky surrounds of McCoy’s Arcade. With a tapas theme, cocktails galore and music from raucous Klezmer influenced band Hazaar the night was an overwhelming success. Pickle Shack is set to return to The Real McCoy on Saturday 25th October.

Vintage and retro store, The Real McCoy is one of Exeter’s longest standing independent retailers and is set to celebrate its 30th year of business next year. In contrast to this, Pickle Shack is a...

Princesshay’s 45,000 bees have been busily producing honey for the shoppers of Exeter over the spring and summer months. The delicious golden honey is now available to buy from Chandos Deli in Princesshay, each purchase raises money for charity.

Over 100lbs of honey has been extracted from the five hives housed on the rooftop city garden in Princesshay. The diverse variety of expertly chosen fruit trees and bee friendly flowering plants has contributed to the honey’s sweet yet floral taste.

The introduction of the honey bees was part of an environmental initiative...