FOOD-STUFF
If you’re seeking sustenance of a sort this October, look no further than these awesome food and drink events taking place in Surrey over the next few weeks. Food talks, harvest trails, Octoberfest…just a little taste of autumn to whet the appetite…
HARVEST VINEYARD TRAIL & LUNCH HAMPER / OCTOBER 1 + 9 / DENBIES WINE ESTATE, DORKING
‘Tis the season to harvest! Get a glimpse into the world of wine and witness first-hand the art of harvesting the laden grapevines that populate Denbies Wine Estate. Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour while learning about the harvesting process and the geological makeup that makes this corner of the Surrey Hills so special for growing really great grapes. Following your tour, enjoy a lunch hamper on the lawn that features a vineyard style ploughman’s.
For more information, visit denbies.co.uk
ENGLISH WINE & CHEESE TASTING / OCTOBER 2, 16 + 30 / ALBURY ORGANIC VINEYARD
English cheese has been famed around the world for generations, but thanks to independent winery’s such as Albury Organic Vineyard, English wine has now joined cheese as one of our most sought-after products. At this event, you’ll be able to enjoy both together, with a guided tasting of three of the estate’s award-winning sparkling wines, followed by a selection of the finest English cheeses. Admire views from the barn over the vineyard, or venture outside for a walk amongst the vines.
For more information, visit alburyvineyard.com
OKTOBERFEST GUILDFORD / OCTOBER 8 – 9 / STOKE PARK, GUILDFORD
Roll up, roll up and enter the Grand Bier Tent, erected for your salubrious and celebratory pleasure this October on the Northside of Stoke Park in Guildford. Experience a traditional Oktoberfest as this famous Bavarian bash is brought back to Guildford for another year of frivolities and festivities. Choose from three separate sessions taking place throughout the weekend before you enjoy a bounty of bratwurst, traditional folk music, much dancing and a stein or two of beer.
For more information, visit oktoberfestguildford.co.uk
TASTE OF AUTUMN / OCTOBER 13 – 17 / RHS GARDEN WISLEY
The popular Taste of Autumn event returns to the Royal Horticultural Society Garden Wisley from 13-17 October to showcase some of the season’s tastiest produce and share seasonal gardening advice with visitors. More than 30 quality food and drink stalls will be exhibiting delicious goods, such as meat pies, condiments, cheese, nuts, puddings and handmade confectionery, to name just a few. Beverages will also be exhibited, with a range of ales and soft drinks available to sample.
For more information, visit rhs.org.uk
EASY INDIAN COOKERY LESSON / OCTOBER 14 / MANDIRA’S KITCHEN, SILENT POOL
As the cold autumn air creeps in, why not learn how to make heartwarming food befitting the season? Make your way to Mandira’s Kitchen based at Silent Pool, Albury and take a seat at this Easy Indian Cookery Lesson. Learn about the essential Indian spices and flavours that’ll transform your dishes, leaving you with the knowledge and confidence to cook a proper Indian meal.
For more information, visit mandiraskitchen.com
THE THINKING DRINKERS / OCTOBER 15 + 16 / BELLERBY STUDIO, G LIVE, GUILDFORD
The Thinking Drinkers are back on tour with their latest liquid musings about the humble alcoholic beverage. Hosting history’s greatest ever pub quiz, get an intoxicating insight into some funny and fascinating facts fit for the finest pub quiz wizards. A hilarious night out, with five free drinks for attendees to enjoy and sup on.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
FUNGI FORAY / OCTOBER 23 / BROOKWOOD, WOKING
Fancy a forage? Meeting at the Brookwood Station Car Park on the outskirts of Woking, join your Wild Fruits guide as you walk through the woods and learn about the wonderful world of edible fungi. A one day course that includes wild food, drinks and snacks, spend the day amongst the great outdoors and discover the bounty of foodstuffs that lie in wait.
For more information, visit facebook.com/londonwildfruits
THE GIN AFFAIR / OCTOBER 23 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
An ode to this discerning drink of choice, celebrate all things Gin with a day of celebration, education, and potentially some kind of inebriation. Discover a plethora of producers from far and wide, all vying for the attention of your taste buds, and enjoy masterclasses, tasters, live music and more. Choose from an afternoon or evening session – and drink responsibly!
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
IN CONVERSATION WITH NADIYA HUSSAIN / OCTOBER 24 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Part of the Guildford Book Festival (October 3 – 26), previous Great British Bake Off winner Nadiya Hussain arrives at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre this October. Talking about her passion for no-fuss cooking, the ups and downs of her meteoric rise to fame, baking for The Queen, and her latest series, Nadiya’s Fast Flavours, which airs this autumn on BBC2. Along with the companion book of the same name, it is filled with delicious everyday recipes offering new and innovative ways to pack your meals with flavour without spending hours in the kitchen.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
WOODLAND FEAST OVER FIRE / OCTOBER 28 + 29 / THE SALTBOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, REDHILL
For an alternative to dining out in the town’s latest eateries, head for the woods of Priory Farm and join wild food specialists The Salt Box for a woodland feast cooked over the fire in the great outdoors. Meet fellow intrepid foodies whilst sampling the very best in local and seasonal produce.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS / BROOKLANDS HOTEL, WEYBRIDGE
Are you looking to make a splash at your next soirée? Learn how to create some super-tasty cocktails and sign up for a cocktail masterclass at the Brooklands Hotel in Weybridge. Providing private parties with an exciting introduction to the world of cocktail making, choose from a selection of classic and modern cocktails and get top tips and tricks from an expert bartender.
For more information, visit brooklandshotelsurrey.com