FOOD STUFF: FOOD & DRINK EVENTS IN SURREY
Hands up, who’s hungry? I thought so. Tuck in to this smorgasbord of six fine food and drink events taking place across Surrey this March. Supper clubs, foodie experiences, cooking classes, and a spring time seasonal artisan market. Sounds tasty.
HIDDEN SUPPERS / MARCH 3 / CHIDDINGFOLD
Fancy an evening filled with seasonal food and flavourful drinks served in an intimate and unique setting hidden in the Surrey Hills countryside? Of course, you do. Silly question. Venture to the scenic environs of Chiddingfold and onto this seasonal supper club, featuring a mouthwatering late winter menu within the environs of an elegant glasshouse tucked away by the woods. Save your space today and meet likeminded intrepid diners.
For more information, visit eventbrite.co.uk/o/hidden-suppers-59278363093
BEAN TO CUP COFFEE EXPERIENCE / MARCH 18 / CHIMNEY FIRE COFFEE, DORKING
Can’t get by without your morning brew? Want to learn more about the journey your cup of coffee has taken to get from its mountainous home to your mouth? Found on the Denbies Wine Estate on the outskirts of Dorking, you’ll find the Chimney Fire Coffee Roastery. With the air filled with the aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans, spend the morning with these connoisseurs of coffee who’ll guide you through the ‘Bean to Cup’ experience.
For more information, visit chimneyfirecoffee.com
BEERS AND BUNS / MARCH 19 / THE SALT BOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, REDHILL
What could be better than a day spent in the Surrey Hills with some Beers & Buns? Join wild cooking enthusiasts The Salt Box and learn how to cook up some sumptuous sliders and hotdogs by the fire whilst sipping on earnestly sourced craft beers and ciders. Sounds amazing right? Join in with the fun and book your spot pronto.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
MOTHER’S DAY AFTERNOON TEA / MARCH 19 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Take in some wonder, and walk amongst the beautifully landscaped pleasure gardens of Painshill Park before enjoying a delicious afternoon tea with your Ma this Mothering Sunday. Feast on a selection of freshly-prepared finger sandwiches and homemade mini scones, as well as a selection of mini cakes and desserts, all the while accompanied by tea or coffee. Book online to avoid disappointment.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
SEASON’S BEST: SPRING / MARCH 22 / GORDON RAMSAY ACADEMY, WOKING
As the seasons change, Spring brings an abundance of tasty treasures from the field and garden. With many ingredients enjoying their peak flavours, visit Woking’s Gordon Ramsay Academy for an afternoon’s tutelage on how to make the most of what’s available from field to fork right now. Learn some easy-to-cook recipes that you can enjoy at home in the coming months and get inspiration for your own culinary creations.
For more information, visit gordonramsayacademy.com
SURREY HILLS SPRING FESTIVAL / MARCH 25 – 26 / RURAL LIFE CENTRE, TILFORD
Celebrate the Onset of Spring with Local Food, Drink, Music, Art, and Crafts at the First-Ever Surrey Hills Spring Festival at the Rural Life Living Museum. Enjoy a weekend festival celebrating the onset of Spring and bringing together the very best of Surrey’s food, drink, art and crafts where visitors can experience a wide range of fun and exciting activities that celebrate Spring and showcase the richness of the culture, heritage and natural beauty of the Surrey Hills.
For more information, visit surreyhills.org