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Tipple n tour: The drink trail of the summer
Love an artisan tipple? Then you'll want to go on this new, bespoke, bud-to-bottle, 17-stop trail that will take you to some of the region's finest artisan drink producers. Here's how to do it.
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Party on! 27 Festivals to book now
Are you ready to make some noise?! From 80s extravaganzas to chilled retro jamborees and opera weekends, these are the festivals you need on your radar this summer.
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12 Private dining rooms for a rocking reunion
Time to plan that reunion in S.T.Y.L.E! From May 17 we can meet indoors and hug (woah there). Have someone else do the cooking and washing up by booking one of these pubs and restaurants all with private dining rooms (and get planning for June too)
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Superflashy Newsflash
It's coming in hot and fast - yes it's your May newsflash! What's going down in Glos & Worcs this month? We have super-cool shop openings, foodie reveals and more. Find out the goss here.
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15 Best alfresco pubs & bars
Want to know where to head for a spritzer in the sunshine? We've cherry-picked the best spots for you from Ibiza-vibe gardens to circus-themed tipis by the riverside and laid back pub gardens.
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Wild garlic & asparagus pasta
Fragrant wild garlic is everywhere! Want a quick and easy dish to make with this foragable food? Try this delectable, light supper from Daylesford.
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Sip, shop and scoff: A day at fabulous Five Valleys
A year of pent-up retail therapy yearning to be sated? Whisk yourself off to the newest and most fabulous retail-meets-dining destination in the Cotswolds.
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Top 50 gastropubs 2021 revealed!
What better week for the reveal of the country's best gastropubs than the start of lockdown easing? We may only have one winner in the shires! But there are plenty within an hour to tap into your satnav. Phones at the ready to bag your table.
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Try this light but warming spring supper
Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall's healthy take on this Scottish fish soup makes for a quick and hearty but healthy supper that's perfect for cool spring evenings.
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12 Perfect picnic spots
What can top a delicious picnic on a summer's afternoon? Count us in. Try these supremo snacking spots with stunning views and nearby cafes and pop-ups if you're packing light.
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Superflashy Newsflash
What's hot on the block this month? Look no further than your Superflashy Newsflash ... your resident Muddy newshound has been on patrol and we have some great stuff for you this month. Read on not to miss out ...
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Comforting classics from The Pie Room
Ooh, is there anything more satisfying than good flaky pastry? These two tasty recipes from Calum Franklin's new cookbook The Pie Room are just the ticket.
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Flipping good: four new pancakes recipes to try
Had enough of lemon and sugar? Spice things up a bit this Pancake Day with an Iranian cardamom pancake, shredded duck pancake, or vegan version with blueberry compote.
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Asian-inspired healthy dinners for reboot February
January didn't quite live up to your healthy living expectations? Cosy food doesn't have to come at the cost of health. Try these tasty plant-based recipes made with warming ginger and miso.
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48 Mother’s Day afternoon teas that deliver
Can't give mum a hug? This is a close second: tiny sandwiches, a lot of clotted cream, and an optional bottle of fizz. Here are the 48 best afternoon teas for delivery and takeaway around the country.
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Fast and filling recipes for Feb
No time/energy to cook (let alone make it healthy)? Don't worry, we've got you. Here are two low-effort, speedy suppers under 500 calories to feel good about.
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Eat Better Forever, Hugh? Oh, OK then.
Spent December scoffing mince pies? Whip up a veg-packed soup or hot pot from Hugh's new cookbook and feel the smug glow of a healthy New Year.
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The best cookbooks to buy now
Sick of making the same seven dinners, week in, week out? Or just a sucker for tempting pictures of food? If any of the above apply, we’ve got you covered.
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40 of the best indie coffee roasters
Can't function without your morning brew? Try one of these delicious artisan blends, from indie coffee roasters across the Muddy counties, to kickstart your day with a caffeine boost.
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Launch review: The Pig, Harlyn Bay, Cornwall
On its opening day, Muddy's ed-in-chief Hero Brown was the first to eat lunch at the brand new Pig hotel in Harlyn Bay (what a trooper!). So what was the verdict - and is it worth a trip to North Cornwall?
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Smokin’! The perfect summer burger recipe
The weather's pulling a blinder this week, so fire up the BBQ and rustle up this bad boy with homemade ketchup (fancy!) from Muddy favourite The Pig group.
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Quarantini time! Heston’s Gold Rush
Looking to up your cocktail creds during lockdown? We've rifled through Heston Blumenthal’s cocktail bible, so perk yourself up with a Gold Rush.
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Provençal fougasse with green and black olives
Lockdown is the perfect time to get to grips with our favourite chewy loaf: sourdough. Ready, set, bake with this savoury share-and-tear number (you can skip the sharing bit if you like).
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Speedy supper, anyone? Make THIS tonight
Looking for healthy dinner ideas - take inspiration from Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock for a meal that's quick, tasty and packed with protein.
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Ready, set, cook! 8 new cookbooks for spring
Looking to up your cooking creds whilst in quarantine? Then you'll be needing our curated guide to the most useful and inspiring cookbooks for spring. Yes, chef!
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Cook THIS for dinner tonight
Running out of ideas for midweek meals? Yup, us too. Take inspiration from the hottest new cookbook on the block by pop star Jessie Ware. Yum!
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Asparagus tart with quails egg and prosciutto ham
This super-simple tart recipe, from Cotswolds based Gluts & Gluttony, makes the most of seasonal ingredients and takes a mere 30 minutes. Count us in!
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Recipe: A salad for sunny days
This peach and lentil salad with warm pork tenderloin by renowned chefs Kate & Giancarlo Caldesi, is easy peasy, looks amazing and tastes delicious.
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Restaurants with rooms
Dreaming of a foodie getaway? We've scoured the Muddy counties for hotel stays with serious culinary credentials for when lock-down lifts. Tuck in.
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The best brunch in town
The most lipsmackingly indulgent meal of the day and we have 47 of the best ones to tempt you with, from vegan to full English, flat white to green detox. Just add friends and a hangover.
