Food and Drink

Quench your thirst in Germany

After a long, hot summer, what better way to quench your thirst then to head off to the most famous beer festival in Germany, the Oktoberfest. One of the largest folk celebrations in the world, it has its 200th anniversary this year, so travellers are set to enjoy an extended period of festivities.

Let your passion change your life

Despite our busy lives, new research shows we are still a nation driven by our hobbies and passions.

Damaging drinks culture sanctioned by employers

By encouraging workers to bond down the pub well-meaning employers could be contributing to health problems for their workforce. This is according to new research released by Aviva.

Free food for kids at Westfield London

As if the summer sales weren’t enough to put a smile on your face, Westfield London Shopping Centre will soon be launching a ‘Kids Eat for Free’ offer as part of its Summer 2010 campaign.

Blueberry Compote – Super healthy, super delicious

According to Botanists, Blueberries have been around for more than 13,000 years. Although it is the recent rise of the ‘superfood’ that has seen this fruit really come into its own.

Valentine Warner to launch Falmouth Oyster Festival

From 14 to 17 October, the picturesque seaside town of Falmouth will welcome visitors from far and wide to celebrate the annual Falmouth Oyster Festival, showcasing the diversity and quality of Cornish seafood and produce.

An authentic taste of Italy on the Portobello Road

Dri Dri, a new type of gelateria preparing gelato as it’s made in Italy, opened last week at 189 Portobello Road. Dri Dri – the affectionate nickname of founder Adriano di Petrillo – will offer a wide range of seasonal gelati to take away in small or large cups, or biscotto cones, together with proper Italian coffee and frappes.

Chocks away at the Bournemouth Air Festival

It will be chocks away in August as the chic and unique Chocolate Boutique Hotel marks its sponsorship of the UK’s biggest free aviation festival by giving away free mini chocoplanes in all its rooms.

How to prepare a healthy packed lunch

An Ofsted report on food in schools has announced that the majority of school meals are now attractive, nutritious and well prepared. However, some children do not like school meals and prefer a packed lunch.

Eat your way to a smaller carbon footprint

Team Green Britain ambassador and eco-restaurateur, Jamie Grainger-Smith, is helping inspire and encourage the British public to get greener in the kitchen with simple tips and delicious recipes for this year’s Big Lunch that won’t break the bank or eat into your time.