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Free cuppas to celebrate National Tea Day

Brits drink 36 billion cups of tea every year* with at least one cup of tea enjoyed daily by 79 percent of brits, and almost 50 percent admitting to loving sipping on multiple cuppas every day, according to new research by tea mixologists Bird & Blend Tea Co.

Surveying 2,014 Brits, and timed to coincide with the nation celebrating National Tea Day on 21st April, the research uncovers the most popular tea and snack combos, with surprising results.

Whilst many sip all day long, a cuppa is often paired with a snack, and 74 percent of Brits admit they reach for something...

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Get ready to feast: Northernhay Gardens to host the first Exeter Street Food Festival

Street Food Warehouse are thrilled to announce the first Exeter Street Food Festival is heading to Northernhay Gardens (EX4 3SA) this June.

From Friday 14th - Sunday 16th June over 25 of the best local and national street food traders will be serving up cuisines from across the world in the heart of the city centre. Expect three days of great food, refreshing drinks, live entertainment and fun for all the family! All you need to do beforehand is grab your ticket, arrive hungry and be ready to explore the globe one street food dish at a time.

Street Food Warehouse are the...

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Savouring Every Drop: Tips for Extending the Shelf Life of Opened Red Wine

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 04/16/2024 - 10:47pm

There's something inherently satisfying about uncorking a bottle of red wine and savouring its complex flavours and aromas. However, once that bottle is opened, the clock starts ticking. How long does red wine last once opened? This question plagues wine enthusiasts who want to make the most of their favourite varietals without wasting a drop. In this article, we'll explore practical tips for extending the shelf life of opened red wine, allowing you to enjoy every sip to the fullest.

Understanding the Challenge:

Unlike spirits or certain fortified wines, red wine is...

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Asian-inspired restaurant itsu gives away 100 bao’buns to celebrate opening in Exeter

itsu, with over 80 restaurants in the UK, is opening in Exeter on Friday 19th April at 11am. itsu is dedicated to providing an Asian-inspired health[ier] menu which is nutritious, fast & affordable. Dishes are packed with wholegrains, fibre, proteins & greens including freshly made sushi, rice & noodle’bowls and steamed gyoza & bao’buns.

To celebrate their opening, itsu are giving away freshly steamed, delicious bao buns to the first 100 people through their doors as well as offering 20% off to those who sign up.

“We’re delighted to be working with a...

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Food Drink Devon Launches New ‘Devon Wine of the Year’ Award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/02/2024 - 8:32pm

A prestigious new award, ‘Devon Wine of the Year’, has been launched by the Food Drink Devon Awards to celebrate the very best wine the county produces, from its plethora of high calibre vineyards and wineries.

Entries are open to all Devon-based producers, both members and non-members of the organisation, with entries closing on Monday 22nd April.

The winner of the inaugural ‘Devon Wine of the Year’ award will be announced at the glittering Food Drink Devon Awards’ ceremony on Monday 7th October at Sandy Park.

Food Drink Devon board director and wine writer,...

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Exeter’s ‘The Cheeky Vegan’ reopens in time for Easter bank holiday weekend

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Tue, 03/26/2024 - 7:04am

The Cheeky Vegan, celebrated culinary destination for vegans and non-vegans alike, will soon be making an exciting return to Exeter’s Cathedral Yard.

Reopening on Thursday 28 March, in time for the Easter bank holiday weekend, under the watchful eye of new owner and manager, Kenneth Yau, this vegan cafe and brunch experience is focused on rapidly reclaiming its reputation as a local restaurant ‘gem’.

“I'm so very excited to bring a much needed, much loved, vegan restaurant back to Cathedral Yard,” Yau said.

“It doesn't matter if you're vegan, vegan-curious, or...

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Former Dr Ink's Mixologist Takes the Helm at Colson's Restaurant and Bar in Exeter

Colson’s Restaurant and Bar proudly announces the appointment of a former Dr. Ink’s mixologist as their new bar supervisor. Amy Heaphy brings a flair for cocktail innovation and a passion for educating drinkers about the world of mixology and has been stirring up the local cocktail scene with fresh and inventive creations.

After starting out in the hospitality industry at 15, Amy’s zest for mixology was sparked by a desire to make special occasions extraordinary by creating personalised cocktail menus. Further influenced by her tenure at Dr Ink’s Curiosities, formerly on Exeter...

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Chicken fans queue over 16 hours for Popeyes® Exeter opening

Chicken lovers queued for over 16 hours for the much-anticipated opening of the new Popeyes ® Exeter restaurant on the High Street yesterday morning.

The launch day saw the New Orleans inspired brass band, ‘The Brass Funkeys’, welcoming guests as doors opened to the brand-new space which can seat over 120 people.

Members of the public queued from 6.30pm on Sunday 17th March, over 16 hours before the doors opened, to be the first to get their hands on the famous Popeyes® menu. The queue spanned almost 100 metres down the high street.

A student from Exeter...

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The Popeyes® Chicken Sandwich that broke the internet* is coming to Exeter and this is how you can win them for a whole YEAR

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/12/2024 - 6:09pm

Chicken lovers, the wait is over – Popeyes ® Famous Louisiana Chicken is coming to Exeter city centre on Monday 18th March.

Exeter will get the chance to experience Popeyes ® world famous ‘shatter crunch’, with the menu featuring its 12-hour marinated chicken, including Hot Wings and Tenders, as well as original Southern biscuits and gravy and Cajun rice. This brand new restaurant will be Popeyes ® 42nd location to open in the UK with many more announcements to come.

Launch day will see Popeyes ® bringing the spirit of New Orleans right to your doorstep with brass band ‘...

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Fizz & Finesse: The Ultimate Guide to Italian Sparkling Wines

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 03/11/2024 - 7:28pm

When it comes to observe the fascinating mosaic that composes the culinary delights panorama that Italy is capable to offer, few things rival the finesse and sophistication of its sparkling wines and, generally speaking, of Italy’s prestigious wine culture . It’s safe to say that an important part of the Italian cultural heritage comes directly from its worldwide renowned cuisine , being characterized by vibrant flavors and a deep-rooted, precious, tradition. Among the several fantasies that are gracefully covering up the Country and its peculiar history , we can easily highlight pictures...

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New Family-Centric Café Launches in Exeter

Former primary school teacher, Pip Williams, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Nook, a family-orientated café nestled within Topsham’s much loved independent kids’ toy shop, Squid & the Kid.

Nook seamlessly integrates with the vibrant atmosphere of Squid & the Kid, creating a unique destination to shop, refuel with coffee and lunch, and play all in one place.

More than just a café, Nook is a cosy space where people of all ages can enjoy quality time within a welcoming environment. The interiors have been designed to allow full visibility so carers can...

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