[Disclosure: We paid in full at the White Swan at Shawell – this wasn’t an invite] It’s been six-and-a-half years since I’ve written about the White Swan at Shawell on […]
Review: The White Swan, Shawell
September 13, 2023
Vineyard tour and tasting at Welcombe Hills Vineyard
If you haven’t heard of Welcombe Hills, you should have. Our very own Warwickshire winemakers, and not only can you go and buy and taste their wines, but have a full tour of their vineyard just outside Stratford-upon-Avon.
You have to book in advance but they plenty of dates on offer. By the time you check this, some may have been booked up, so make sure you contact them direct to book.
Welcombe Hills Vineyard, King’s Ln, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 0QB
Sun, Sax & South Africa at the Peacock, Oxhill
The Peacock at Oxhill is throwing a day of Sun, Sax & South Africa, featuring live music, plus great food from the Braai, incluing Boerwors, sosaties, lamb chops, Braaibroodjies, Mielies, and various salads, plus puddings.
It starts at 12pm and goes on to 7pm. Check out their socials for info.
The Peacock Oxhill, Main St, Oxhill, Warwick CV35 0QU
Henley-in-Arden pub The Black Swan set to open in August after refurbishment
July 10, 2023
A charming Grade II listed building in Henley-in Arden is set to reopen after an extensive refurbishment, offering great food and drink in one of the prettiest towns in England. […]
Libertine Burger launches own-name beer to serve with award-winning burgers
June 25, 2023
[Disclosure: Libertine Burger is a PR client of mine] Warwickshire-based Libertine Burger has come up with the perfect tipple to go with its burgers – launching its very own beer. […]
Pub in the Park Leamington Spa: Just four weeks to go
June 2, 2023
Yep you heard it – there are just four weeks to go until Pub in the Park comes back to the Midlands for all the food and fun. This year’s […]
Warwickshire’s St Maur liqueur wins international acclaim
June 2, 2023
St Maur, the elderflower liqueur handcrafted in Alcester, Warwickshire, has received more international awards – this time at the American Distilling Institute International Spirits Competition. St Maur scooped Best in […]
Review: La Casa Loco, Rugby
May 14, 2023
[Disclosure: I received a few complimentary items on my last visit to La Casa Loco] Mention the fact you live in Rugby to anyone during a conversation about food and […]
Review: The Draycote Hotel, Rugby
April 22, 2023
[Disclosure: I’ve been invited to the Draycote Hotel twice for the purposes of this blog – once to review the Sunday lunch and once for an afternoon tea] Say ‘Draycote […]
Shakespeare Distillery launches new gin for King’s Coronation
April 10, 2023
Stratford-upon-Avon based Shakespeare Distillery has launched a new gin to coincide with the King’s Coronation this year. The Coronation Gin crafted by the independent artisan spirit producer is inspired by […]
