FOOD STUFF – FOODIE EVENTS
Fancy some food-stuff? For fervent foodies and those keen on tantalising their taste buds with the very finest food-stuffs this ‘ere county has to offer… From artisan festivals to distillery tours, take a tour of Surrey’s food and drink landscape and be inspired by some of the choice cuts that we’ve picked out especially for you…
THE SURREY COPPER DISTILLERY TOUR / JUNE 5, 19 & 26 / DUNSFOLD PARK, CRANLEIGH
For those with a discerning interest in distilleries, why not treat yourself to a tour of the Cranleigh-based Surrey Copper Distillery this June? Famed for their Copperfield London Dry Gin, get the lowdown on the machinery and minds that work towards creating that perfect gin and tonic that you so lovingly enjoy at the end of the day.
For more information, visit thesurreycopperdistillery.com
COOKING OVER FIRE VEGETARIAN / JUNE 17 / THE SALT BOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, REDHILL
The folks over at The Salt Box have designed a very special Cooking Over Fire Course for vegetarians. Spend the day celebrating the magic that happens when vegetables meet the flame and learn how to to create a range of delicious vegetarian meals beside the crackle and pop of the fire. Discover incredible flavours as you learn about the variety of methods available to you. From coal-baking and char-grilling to smoking and hay-baking, give your veggie dishes a new dimension this June.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
PLANT-BASED COOKERY COURSE / JUNE 17 / ABINGER COOKERY SCHOOL
Feeling more conscious about the food you consume but struggling to conjure up any semblance of a tasty meal at home? Get the tips and tricks you need to master a range of plant-based meals at this wonderful one day course at Abinger Cookery School.
For more information, visit abingercookeryschool.com
ARTISAN FESTIVAL / JUNE 18 – 20 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE
Set in the spacious East Gardens of historic Hampton Court Palace, enjoy the hustle and bustle of this Artisan Festival. Featuring Artisan producers, street food, pop-up bars, vintage tunes, traditional fete games, workshops and shire horse carriage rides, get set for some tasty fun in the sun this June.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
COPPA CLUB IGLOOS / UNTIL JUNE 20 / COPPA CLUB, COBHAM
If you’re looking for the perfect moment of escapism and intimacy, get ready to kick back with ice-cold cocktails and immerse yourself beneath suspended botanicals and festoon lighting of the Coppa Club’s Igloos. Available to book until the end of June, be quick and make a reservation for some relaxation pronto.
For more information, visit coppaclub.co.uk
SURREY HILLS ARTISAN FESTIVAL / JULY 3 – 4 / DENBIES WINE ESTATE, DORKING
Showcasing the very best of Surrey’s food, drink, arts and crafts, head in the direction of Denbies Wine Estate this July and meet some of the area’s master artisans. Participate in arts and crafts activities, sample some delicious food and drink, and watch artists in action at this great day out for the whole family.
For more information, visit surreyhills.org