FOOD STUFF! FOOD & DRINK EVENTS THIS AUGUST
Let food and drink be your guide this summer, as you tuck into a tasty feast of sunshine and food for your soul. From perfecting your barbecue techniques to cooking rustic Italian food on an open fire – discover some delicious foodie events in Surrey this August.
WILD ITALIAN FIRE COOKERY / AUGUST 2 / PRIORY FARM ESTATE, SOUTH NUTFIELD
Join wild cooking aficionados at The Salt Box in their scenic woodland setting on the Priory Farm Estate near Redhill for an Italian inspire cooking over-fire workshop this June. Start your morning with a freshly brewed tea or coffee before heading out on a 45-minute foraging walk, followed by a firefighting workshop whereby you’ll learn how to make the perfect fire fit for cooking. Next, learn how to cook some delicious dishes before finishing with an al fresco lunch. Limited spaces are available, so book your space today.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
SMOKE HOUSE BARBECUE COURSE / AUGUST 3 + 16 / ABINGER COOKERY SCHOOL, ABINGER HAMMER
Barbecue enthusiasts take note: as the season for eating flame-grilled food draws ever nearer, why not add some authentic flavour to your al fresco dining options this summer with this Smoke House Barbecue course at Abinger Cookery School? Discover a range of smoking techniques for all barbecues and enjoy a unique hands-on experience that’ll leave you feeling like a pro. Great for smoking foods any time of the year, a barbecue is for life, not just for the summer.
For more information, visit abingercookeryschool.com
HERBAL TEA WORKSHOP / AUGUST 16 / SUTTON PLACE, ABINGER HAMMER
Spend a morning learning about the properties of herbal teas, how to mix them, and mindfully make them. Leave with 3 sets of teas, each set with beautiful, individually made tisanes created by you, along with calm and tranquility from mindful time spent with nature.
For more information, visit hinokiforestbathing.co.uk
HAMPTON COURT PALACE FOOD FESTIVAL / AUGUST 24 – 26 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE, EAST MOLESEY
For a feast of the finest food and drink, head to historic Hampton Court Palace this Bank Holiday weekend and forage amongst the stalls of artisan producers and street food sellers vying for your tummy’s attention. From oysters and sausages to gluten-free and vegan options, fervent foodies unite to tuck into some tasty treats this summer. Pre-booked tickets are essential.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
SECRETT’S FARM NIGHT / AUGUST 31 / SECRETTS FARM, MILFORD
Unwind and experience the magic of Secretts on the last weekend of the summer holidays! Let loose to the sounds of live music as the sun sets and expect plenty of mouth-watering food lined up, with a fully licensed bar serving a variety of craft beers and refreshing ciders, with specially selected wines and fizz from Taurus Wines to quench your thirst. Live music, food, drink and much more entertainment is just waiting for you.
For more information, visit secretts.co.uk
HOP GARDEN TOURS / FRIDAYS + SUNDAYS / HOGS BACK BREWERY, TONGHAM
Join this Hop Garden Tour in the great outdoors and ogle at the beautiful 8.5-acre hop garden while learning about the history of hop growing. You will, of course, get the chance to sample a great range of some of Hogs Back Brewery’s best beers at the same time.
For more information, visit hogsback.co.uk
