Eating out in Newquay: Fine dining
The town might be synonymous with surfing, but that's not all there is to do in Newquay. With a host of excellent restaurants and bars, this seaside town is a secret foodie haven. Fresh seafood, local gins and wines, and superb chefs make Newquay a must for a true fine dining experience.
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Farm shops and independent food shops in Cornwall
Here in Cornwall we are truly lucky to have access to an incredible host of little farm shops full of straight-from-the-ground veg, independent food shops that specialise in seriously moorish treats, and delicatessens with so much choice you might just need a bigger bag.
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The best pubs and bars in St Ives
St Ives. Simply uttering those words makes you feel as if you’re already on holiday. The famous seaside resort remains as perennially popular as ever while retaining its unique character and quintessentially Cornish vibe. And what better way to take in your picturesque surrounds while indulging in a spot of people-watching, not to mention – first-rate eating and drinking - than by visiting some of the town’s best pubs and bars?
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Gin distilling with Tarquin's Gin School in St Ives
The team at Aspects Holidays were recently fortunate enough to be invited to the highly acclaimed Tarquin’s Gin School, newly opened in the heart of St Ives, following the success of their main school in Padstow. After drawing names from a hat, seven of us headed into St Ives, excited by the prospect of making our own gin!
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Unique Foodie Experiences in Cornwall
Cornwall has come a long way from the humble pasty (even though people still flock here for the delicious traditional delicacy) and continues to garner a foodie status the world over.
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Pasty making at Philleigh Way Cookery School
The team at Aspects Holidays were recently invited to a Cornish culinary experience at Philleigh Way Cookery School; we were all excited to participate in the cooking class and taste some Cornish delights...
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Cornish sweet shops
Cornwall is lucky enough to be peppered with a delightful range of sweet shops, ranging from new and quirky sweet boutiques to traditional tuck shops serving old classics. We've put together a few of our favourites to visit, after all, no trip to the seaside is complete without some rock candy!
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Cosy Cornish Cafés
There are few things more iconic to Cornwall than buttery scones, jam and a generous dollop of Rodda’s clotted cream (remember, jam first!). Fortunately, when in Cornwall you’re spoilt for choice, with an array of cafés to sample cream teas and other gastronomic delights from throughout the county. We’ve picked out a few of our favourite cosy spots to visit for some tummy pleasing treats...
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Eating out in Charlestown
From vegan-friendly to pasty-loving and fine food to European and global flavours, expect a gastronomy to relish with Charlestown’s eclectic mix of places to dine…
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Dining out in Fowey
The discerning diner need not fret in Fowey, for an array of gastronomic offerings will sate all appetites in lip smacking style...
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Autumn’s Foodie Happenings
With Cornish companies specialising in everything from award-winning cheeses and charcuteries to specialist gins, tea, wine, ketchup and seaweed, here’s our pick of top foodie happenings in Cornwall this autumn…
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Foraging in Cornwall with Rachel Lambert
Foraging in Cornwall is an up and coming trend, with more and more people intrigued by the huge variety of Cornish plants around our coastline that can be picked and used in their next culinary experiments. Lots of people are
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