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Monday, 16 August 2021 15:47

Going Out in Brent

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Monday, 16 August 2021 15:23

Going Out in Havering

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Monday, 16 August 2021 10:15

Going Out in Hackney

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Friday, 13 August 2021 15:04

Going Out in Enfield

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Friday, 13 August 2021 11:45

Going Out in Camden

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Monday, 02 August 2021 16:04

Going out in Lambeth

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Monday, 02 August 2021 13:57

Going Out in Wandsworth

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Wednesday, 07 July 2021 15:06

The Big Festival 2021

Big Festival

This summer of 2021 is going to be a blast for those of you foodie lovers who are on the look out for amazing summer events, and equally delicious food to taste. Wherever you are from across the country, the Big Feastival 2021 is the event to be at this Summer. Pack your bags for August as The Big Feastival takes place from the 27th to the 29th of August, giving you 3 whole days of fun packed and tummy filling cooked food and things to see.

Bring along your family, friends and anyone who is a food enthusiast on the 27th, 28th or 29th of August situated on Alex James Farm, The Cotswold’s. If you want to experience that fine dining feel with remarkable food to feast your eyes and tummy on, the Big Feastival’s decadent dining experience is ideal. Get the chance to devour some of the best cooked cuisines cooked by UK Michelin star chefs from high-end Restaurants in Gloucester and across the UK. Not only is there the taste of fancy fine dinning foods but you can enjoy some amazing street food that can be found at food stalls set up around the area for you to relish street food from all across the UK.

What’s better than some exciting entertainment while enjoying your food? This year at the Big Feastival there will be a range of performances from various well-loved performers such as Nile Rogers & CHIC, Rag ‘n’Bone Man and Sigala who have confirmed they will be taking part in this spectacular 3-day long Feastival, ensuring you and friends make the most of your visit. The Alex James Cheese Hub will be here again this summer of 2021, providing you visitors with another exemplary cheese innovation and a disco.

Festival Food

Other than great food and entertainment, there is so much more fun and activities to take part in, for you and your kids too! On the Big Kitchen stage, you will get to view some great culinary personalities and ask questions as well as observe live demonstrations of their remarkable cooking skills. For the kids, The Big Feastival is perfect to bring out your child’s inner chef. With the M&S Little Cooks Tent, children can learn about the food they eat, pick fresh ingredients, and learn what ingredients are best to create a scrumptious dish. The Cook with M&S activity gives you the chance to also test your culinary skills and learn a few tips of how to create that perfect dish in your kitchen for your family to appreciate.

There are a couple of different tickets for you to choose from that are ideal for when you would want to visit The Big Feastival. The camping tickets allow you and your family to attend the camping area and stay, in order for you to make the most out of the Big Feastival and create the best of memories. The weekend tickets will enable you to enter the festival on any weekend, where you can enjoy food throughout the weekend. The day ticket is best if you want to enjoy a whole day doing different activities as well as getting a taste of the variety of dishes and street food. Lastly, if you are a local resident, then you are just in luck as you get 20% off when you visit The Big Feastival.

If you’re a business that needs that push in marketing or getting your brand known, the Big Feastival is the place for you to promote. With a reach of 64,000 plus people ever year, we ensure that people will definitely fall in love with your products or brand in no time. The Big Feastival team offers a range of promotional packages which you can choose that suits best for your business needs.

So, what are you waiting for? Make the most out of 2021 summer, you have surely had enough of being in lockdown and takeaways, now is the time to experience fine dining, incredible street food, family dining and more, all in one huge field. Book your tickets before they are gone!

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Friday, 02 July 2021 14:27

10 Facts about Beer

Beer

History:

The immediate strong confirmation of brew creation comes from the time of the Sumerians, around 4000 years BC. Sumerians even had a goddess of brew; archaeologists discovered a tribute in her honour during the unearthing in Mesopotamia. During the earliest centuries, beer was produced with barley dates. The remedy is one of the most seasoned recorded formulas on the planet. The old Egyptians initially archived the fermenting interaction on papyrus scrolls. These first lagers were fermented with items like dates, pomegranates, and other native spices. The Egyptians utilized lager for strict functions, with the Pharaoh guiding the blending timetable and dispersion to the majority.

During the middle ages, the production of modern beer became popular. Malted barley was widely used as the primary source of fermentable sugar for centuries. Before that time, various spices and flavours were utilized to adjust the sweet malt flavours in lager; everything from tidy branches to dried blossoms to unpleasant roots had discovered their way into blend pots. Around the 11th century, in any case, German priests started usually utilizing wild bounces in lager, and the fixing immediately got on. Brewers found that bounces added an exceptionally satisfying, revitalizing sharpness and, as an additional advantage, the bounces went about as a characteristic additive broadening the existence of their lagers.

Beer Facts

In the past, monks were known to be Preeminent brewers with various breweries based at their monasteries. The Monks invented the idea of lagering, or cold stockpiling, beer to enhance the flavour. Indeed, even in present-day times, the ascetic fermenting custom holds, with various Belgian religious communities positioning today among the best breweries on the planet. Lager has been such a necessary piece of British life that the British armed force gave everyday brew proportions to each warrior, and, when the British Empire involved a portion of the acculturated world, the Royal Navy conveyed brew to troops in even the uttermost corners of the Empire.

Facts about Beer

10 Facts about beer:

  • Beer is one of the most extensively consumed alcoholic drinks in the world
  • People around the world drink up to fifty billion gallons of beer every year.
  • Birmingham was once named as the heaviest drinking city in the UK - see here for more information on Going Out in Birmingham
  • Budweiser is the world's most famous beer brand.
  • One of the world's most expensive beers includes the eye-watering Belgium's Vieille Bon Secours, which is £750 for a bottle; this container the brew is made in is 12 litres in size, and the brew has been put away for over ten years.
  • The Czech Republic is known to consume the most beer per capital than any other country in the world.
  • The earliest evidence of the production of beer was found in Iran in 3500-BC.
  • There are a hundred different styles of beers, the most popular being, lagers, and ales.
  • Antiquated Egypt depended vigorously on brew since it gave fundamental nutrients and was by and large cleaner and more secure to drink than water from the Nile.
  • One of the universe's most grounded lagers is the snake toxin which was fermented by a Scottish distillery.
  • The world's oldest brewery is a Benedictine monastery in Munich (Weihenstephan) founded in 725 AD, which created a still-operating brewery in 1040.
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Restaurants in Cornwall

Cornwall is certainly a majestic haven for people who simply like to eat and enjoy a variety of food selections.  Being a giddy mix of the coast and the countryside, Cornwall has a lot of seafood dishes and meat pasties to offer. Located several hours away from London, the breathtaking city of Cornwall offers a unique experience of historical and scenic locations, appetizing food, refreshing drinks, and exhilarating activities.

Visit Well-Known Restaurants in Cornwall

There are a variety of places to eat whilst in Going Out in Cornwall. First on the list is Padstow’s The Seafood Restaurant which has gained popularity among tourists and locals. In 1975, TV chef Rick Stein and his then-wife,Jill, launched this restaurant to serve fish and shellfish to people buying freshly-caught seafood from local fishermen. Although Stein is not working in the kitchen now, the restaurant is still highly favored with head chef Stephane Delourme’s menu which takes inspiration from the recipes of Stein. Among the restaurant’s highlights are hake casserole, Padstow lobster, fruit-de-mer, and Indonesian fish curry. Make sure to reserve your seat since the restaurant can get busy with a long line of patrons.

Another restaurant that deserves your visit is Ben’s Cornish Kitchen. As one of the local and national press’ favourites, It has earned remarkable reviews with its amazing family-run setup. The head chef, Ben Prior, manages the restaurant’s operations with Toby, his brother, who heads the dessert counter. Their mum, Jane, washes up and preps dishes. The notable dishes in this restaurant include smoked venison loin, sweet-curry plate, sea bass with smoked garlic mash, and pan-fried turbot.

Third on the list is Kota Restaurant which can be found on Porthleven. The restaurant is known to serve dishes with influence and dash of flavors from other countries. Since the chef and owner, Jude Kereama, is half-Maori, quarter-Malaysian, and quarter-Chinese, her culinary creations boast of her Asian heritage along with the delicious and fresh ingredients from Cornwall. Among the restaurant’s top-notch dishes are roast hake with crab wontons, Cornish honey-soy duck leg with Asian greens, and Falmouth scallops with local pork.

Pubs in Cornwall

Explore the Trail of Pubs and Bars in Cornwall

The United Kingdom, in general, is known for the pubs and inns that have flourished since their establishment during the Roman times. A lot of these pubs are located in Cornwall, and as you visit this historic city, make sure to have a taste of the sundry drinks that each pub has to offer.

By looking at the outer part of Blue Anchor in the town centre of Helston, one might think that this is just an ordinary pub. But as the saying goes, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” Blue Anchor is the home of the extraordinary and most feared ales in Cornwall – the Spingo. There are levels to how strong this type of ale can be, so be sure to ascertain your tolerance before giving this legendary drink a shot.

Another pub you can visit in Cornwall is The Admiral Benbow in Penzance. Not many people will describe this place as the best pub in the area, but this will surely leave an impression. This place might remind you of museums with its quirky maritime decors and interior. The food in this pub is also commendable in combination with their beer. A few steps away from The Admiral Benbow is the Turk’s Head which takes pride in its own assortment of food and drinks.

Tinner Arms, which dates back to the 13th century, is another must-visit in Cornwall. Having withstood the test of time, this Grade II listed pub mirrors the city’s ancient period. This is a cozy bar, so you will never go wrong visiting this place during your stay in Cornwall.

From bars at the beach to sophisticated cocktail bars, Cornwall has everything for you. One of the busiest bars in the area is Blue Peter where you can enjoy your drink at the beer garden and have a stunning view of the sea. On most days, the bar’s sweet, live music sets a perfect ambience.

If you’re into more adventure, you can always head to the Sloop Inn for some pirate-y vibes. Its atmosphere guarantees many locals and guests relaxation and delight with the city’s best beer and affordable food.

From busy and laughter-filled bars, you can always head to a comfortable and classy establishment whilst Going Out in Cornwall. One of the best ones is the Old Coastguard where you can enjoy the Cornish sunshine as you sip your exquisite wine. The various dishes in this place are all made from local ingredients, offering visitors nothing but the best among the restaurants in the area.

The Watering Hole is deemed one of the best bars to visit in Cornwall. Located in Perranporth, this is the one and only bar that is actually on the beach in the whole United Kingdom. Undoubtedly, it is a favorite spot among all places in Cornwall, well-loved by locals and tourists, especially when the sun’s about to set to make way into the night. You can enjoy watching the magical sunset while sipping your beer and covering your feet in sand. The bar also allows visitors to take a dip in the water.

Bars in Cornwall

Go Strolling around Cornwall

If you’re staying in Cornwall for another couple of days, there are a lot of other things you can do in this wonderful city to make your stay fun, exciting, and worthwhile.

For one, you can explore the stunning coast of Cornwall by going to the Swim Wild Tribe where swimming sessions are offered by private or by group of up to five people. This is a nice way to unwind and meet people who share the same interests. Your safety is a priority as experienced and qualified instructors run and oversee the sessions.

For land adventures, you can always look for historic or remarkable places to check out in Cornwall. The city has a lot, so you have a broad span of options to consider and choose from. One specific attraction you can check out is the Eden Project. This area is considered as the world’s largest indoor rainforest with its wide variety of plants.

If you’re more of a history buff, there are a lot of castles and museums you can visit in Cornwall. The King Arthur tour is an ideal way to learn about the ancient monarch. After the tour, you will surely have a load of legends and stories to share with your friends.

You really do not need to spend a lot of traveling time when you can go to Cornwall instead. Whether you fancy a bite to eat in one of the Restaurants in Newquay or if you want the sun, beach, drinks, food, and exciting activities, Cornwall is one of the best places for a trip.

Going Out in Cornwall

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