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Devon Cheese: Six Artisan Makers and How to Taste Them
Devon's artisan cheesemakers, from Quicke's clothbound cheddar to Beenleigh Blue, plus the Quicke's farm tour dates left in 2026 and where to buy the lot.
9 April 2026
What Eating Together Does to Your Brain (Oxford Research)
Robin Dunbar's Oxford study, the 2025 World Happiness Report across 142 countries, and what a shared meal actually does to your wellbeing.
9 April 2026
A Beginner's Guide to Wine Tasting: What to Know Before Your First Glass
Everything you need to know before your first wine tasting — from the five S's technique to basic grape varieties and the booming English wine scene in Devon and beyond. No snobbery required.
26 March 2026
Best Bakeries in Exeter: Where to Find Proper Bread, Pastries, and Cakes
Exeter's best bakeries for 2026 — sourdough specialists, artisan pastry shops, community bakehouses and cafe-bakeries. Where to find proper bread, cakes and pastries.
26 March 2026
Best Burgers in Exeter 2026: 9 Places Worth Ordering
Nine Exeter burger spots: charcoal-grilled Cornish beef at Hub Box, smokehouse patties at Hanlons Brewery, and a cathedral-view lunch on Cathedral Close.
26 March 2026
Best Cheap Eats in Exeter 2026: Great Food Under £10
The best cheap eats in Exeter under £10 — bao buns, Turkish meze, street food markets, and budget-friendly spots students and locals love. Honestly reviewed.
26 March 2026
The Best Cookbooks for People Who'd Rather Be Socialising Than Cooking
Seven brilliant cookbooks that make cooking for friends achievable, not aspirational. From Rukmini Iyer's one-tin wonders to Meera Sodha's weeknight feasts, these are the books that get dinner on the table so you can get back to the people at it.
26 March 2026
Best Cooking Classes and Supper Clubs Near Exeter, Devon
Hands-on cookery schools within easy reach of Exeter — River Cottage, Ashburton, Ground Up foraging and Manna from Devon — plus Devon's best supper clubs.
26 March 2026
Best Delis and Farm Shops in Exeter and Devon
The best delis and farm shops in Exeter and Devon — from Darts Farm to Magdalen Cheese. Reviews, what to look for, and tips for building the perfect cheese board.
26 March 2026
Best Gastropubs in Exeter and Devon: A 2026 Guide
Devon's best gastropubs for 2026, from THE PIG-at Combe's 25-mile kitchen-garden menu to The Galley in Topsham. Where to book, and what has changed this year.
26 March 2026
Best Takeaway in Exeter: A Local's Guide to Ordering In
Best takeaways in Exeter for 2026 — Indian, Chinese, Thai, pizza, fish and chips, and kebabs. What to order, delivery options, and tips for a perfect night in.
26 March 2026
Dartmouth: A Foodie's Day Trip From Exeter
With Mitch Tonks' Seahorse, Rockfish on the river, a historic Tudor inn, and a steam railway to get you there — Dartmouth is Devon's ultimate food destination. Here's how to plan the perfect day trip.
26 March 2026
Devon's Best Festivals Beyond Exeter: A County-Wide Guide
Devon's best festivals — Sidmouth Folk, Beautiful Days, Devon County Show, Exmouth Festival and more, with the dates organisers have confirmed and camping tips.
26 March 2026
Dinner Party Themes That Actually Work (And Won't Make Your Friends Cringe)
From Italian nights to dumpling-making parties, these achievable dinner party themes enhance your evening without overcomplicating it. Practical ideas for what to cook, what guests can bring, and how to set the mood.
26 March 2026
Eating Seasonally in Devon: A Month-by-Month Guide to Local Produce
What's in season in Devon each month, from forced rhubarb in January to game in December. A complete guide to eating locally and seasonally in one of England's finest food counties.
26 March 2026
What Your Favourite Restaurant Order Says About You (A Fun Guide)
From the person who always orders steak to the menu agoniser who needs ten more minutes, a light-hearted look at what your dining habits reveal about your personality — backed by actual psychology.
26 March 2026
A Foodie's Guide to Topsham: Exeter's Best-Kept Secret
Topsham in a day: the Michelin-listed Salutation Inn, The Galley's Michelin Plaque seafood, Darts Farm's Cidery and the Goat Walk, four miles from Exeter.
26 March 2026
The Gut-Brain Connection: How What You Eat Affects Your Social Confidence
The science of the microbiome-brain axis and its surprising effect on mood, anxiety, and social behaviour. Research-backed dietary tips for better social energy.
26 March 2026
How to Build a Monthly Supper Club With Your Friends
A step-by-step guide to starting a regular supper club. From choosing a format and managing guest lists to keeping it going long-term, here is everything you need to guarantee monthly social time.
26 March 2026
How to Host a Dinner Party When You're Not a Natural Host
You don't need to be a chef or have a perfect home. Here's a practical, no-pressure guide to hosting a dinner party that deepens friendships and feels genuinely fun.
26 March 2026
Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and the South Hams: Devon's Riviera
Explore the South Hams, Devon's foodie and sailing heartland. From Kingsbridge's estuary markets and Cookworthy Museum to Salcombe's seafood, Dartington Estate, and the South Devon coast path, here is your guide to Devon's riviera.
26 March 2026
Cooking for Someone Is an Act of Love: 3 Dishes to Start
A shepherd's pie, a pot of soup, a Victoria sponge: why home-cooked food lands harder than any text, and what the wellbeing research actually says.
26 March 2026
Why Eating Alone Is Underrated (And How It Can Improve Your Social Life)
Solo dining is shedding its stigma and becoming a quiet act of self-confidence. Discover why eating alone builds the skills that make you a better friend, dinner companion, and conversationalist.
26 March 2026
Best Restaurants in Exeter 2026: An Honest, Opinionated Guide
Exeter's best restaurants for 2026 — Michelin-worthy tasting menus, AA Rosette winners, waterfront dining, and hidden gems. Tried, tested, honestly reviewed.
25 February 2026
The Role of Food in Emotional Wellbeing and Connection
From gut health to group dinners, the science behind how food shapes our mood, our relationships, and our sense of belonging — and why eating together might be the most underrated form of care.
1 May 2025
The Dinner Table as Sanctuary: Why Shared Meals Ground Us
From ancient campfires to modern kitchen tables, sharing food has always been humanity's most powerful grounding ritual. The science behind why eating together reduces stress, builds trust, and offers an antidote to digital overwhelm.
17 April 2025