Friendly affairs, held on the second Wednesday of every month, our Head Chef Ben Bulger and his team show you how it is done. Taking inspiration from global foodie destinations, this summer we invite your tastebuds on a tour of some of Spain’s greatest hidden gems.
Watch a live demonstration from the theatre style kitchen as our chefs expertly prepare your delicious lunch. Then, enjoy a leisurely aperitif in the lounge as you mingle with fellow party guests.
Wednesday 9 July | Pintxos, Salads & Starters | Aperitif: Cava with Strawberry Purée...
Allotment holders in Exeter are being invited to suggest ways in which the City Council can secure the long-term future of allotments in the city in the face of continuing government cuts.
Letters have already been sent to allotment associations in the city asking for people's views on a number of cost-saving options.
Cllr Keith Owen, Lead Councillor for Environment, Health and Wellbeing, said: "We appreciate the importance of allotments, especially in cities, and the benefits that they bring, but we are facing difficult financial times with year-on-year cuts in central...
South West Highways has received excellent feedback after completing restoration works on Goat Walk in Topsham, a vital linking pedestrian route that is also of great historic value.
During the heavy storms at the end of January 2014, the historic walk was badly damaged with large sections of the wall collapsing, the concrete slabs making up the surface being displaced and broken and fill material being washed out with every subsequent high tide.
The existing concrete slabs had been cast on top of the stone walls which had left an unsightly edge. To carry out the repair...
The Met Office has joined forces with a number of partner to offer hints and tips on making the most of the British summer - whatever the weather.
Their service allows everyone to discover useful tips and information to make the most of the summer months, whatever the weather... click here: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/get-ready-for-summer
Developed with a range of partners such as the RNLI, Cancer Research, VisitEngland and VisitScotland, the pages allow people to use our weather forecasts and warnings to help them plan their day and make the most of all the UK has to offer...
Police are investigating after two elderly women living in neighbouring Devon streets had cash savings stolen from their homes. An 88-year-old woman was alone at her home on Sunday around 4.30pm when she discovered a man wandering in the hallway. When challenged he asked her whether she wanted any of her windows cleaned and he left when she said no. She later found several hundred pounds missing from her purse in the bedroom. Detective Constable Richard Griggs, from Totnes police station, said: “This was a particularly horrible crime where the offender has preyed on an elderly person. She...
When allergy labelling is incorrect, or if there is another food allergy risk, the food product has to be withdrawn or recalled to protect consumers.
The following have been withdrawn in the past 7 days:
Wednesday 18 June 2014 Blackfriars Bakery is withdrawing two varieties of flapjack because they may contain milk, which is not mentioned on the labels. This makes the products a possible health risk for anyone who is allergic or has an intolerance to milk or its constituents. Tesco Complete Chicken Caesar Salad withdrawn
An Exeter respite centre is to remain closed because Devon County Council cannot afford the refurbishments it needs.
Haldon View Respite Centre, which is one of two County Council-run respite centres in Exeter for people with learning disabilities, is a large period building, that needs among its extensive repairs a complete heating system overhaul including asbestos removal.
However, Pine Park Respite Centre in Honiton will reopen this September after serious flooding last December left the building totally unusable, Devon County Council has confirmed.
Skin Angels, a group of campaigning beauty therapists from Exeter, will be educating shoppers about year round sun protection in Princesshay, this Saturday 21st June from 12.30 to 4pm.
Skin Angels, set up in 2013 by Mariam Badavi from Exeter's Purity Boutique Spa, are on a mission to raise awareness of the importance of protecting skin from the sun all year round and aim to arm young people with knowledge about looking after their skin to prevent and treat skin conditions such as acne.
Mariam comments: “I am really passionate about educating people, both young and old,...
The University of Exeter has an excellent reputation for providing coaching to some of the best young athletes in the country. Join us this summer for five weeks (28 July - 29 August) of inspiring children’s coaching designed to develop players aged 3-16 years at every level.
This summer our extensive activities programme includes:
• Tennis (Weekdays 28 July-29 August), Exeter Tennis Centre • Cricket (Mon-Thurs 28 July – 21 August) Devon Cricket Centre • Swimming (Weekdays 28 July- 29 August), St Luke’s Sports Centre • Multi-sport (11-15, 26-29 August), St Luke’s Sports...
The inaugural Devon Business Expo 2014 organised by thebestof Exeter held at Matford Centre Exeter and opened by the Lord Mayor of Exeter, attracted over 600 visitors from across the county and as far as Bristol and London. As a result of the popularity and success of this, the first Devon Business Expo, thebestof Exeter has already named the date for next year’s event as 30th April 2015.
Dave Barr, M/D thebestof Exeter says: “It has been hard work but very worthwhile. We had 850 pre-registered delegates and 85 exhibition stands showcasing the products and services of local...
