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[AD] Fischer’s at Baslow Hall is a multi-award-winning fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel offering sublime levels of laidback luxury. Situated in the heart of the Peak District National Park, mere minutes from Chatsworth House, the 100 year old privately owned manor house is nestled amidst manicured gardens, where much of the produce for its […]
[AD] Since its launch last year, Chatsworth Kitchen has set a new standard in relaxed, informal all-day dining – something I felt we were crying out for here in the Peak District – so it’s exciting to see the opening hours extended. It’d be a perfect date night destination or for a festive catch up […]
Here’s my round up of the most exciting food related news in Derbyshire this month. From pop-up events and special collaborations to the most exhilarating new launches and the best offers on eating out around Derbyshire, here’s what Derbyshire foodies need to know this month… [AD – contains some gifted PR invites, an affiliate link […]
[AD – PR invite] Rafters at Riverside House is a Michelin listed, 5 star restaurant-with-rooms located in the idyllic Peak District village of Ashford-in-the-Water just outside Bakewell. In addition to their fine dining menus, Rafters at Riverside have recently launched a sumptuous afternoon tea offering. I was invited to review the experience and took my […]
[AD] When I received the invitation to review the brand new autumn menu at The George in Hathersage, I couldn’t accept quickly enough. Having recently enjoyed a wonderful evening at their sister venue, The Maynard, I knew I was in for a treat. Babysitter secured, date locked down in my husband’s diary we very much […]
[AD] Monsal Dale is one of the most loved spots in the Peak District – but have you been to the café there recently? I visited Hobbs Café at Monsal Head on a dull and drizzly day in October and was greeted with a very warm welcome from new owners Kim and Nick (and their […]
[AD] The Maynard is a beautiful boutique hotel that marries contemporary sophistication with the relaxed, rustic charms of a traditional country hotel. This Thursday they launched their new autumn menu, full of fresh, seasonal flavours. I was delighted to be invited to the launch evening, along with a number of other local food bloggers. Pssst! […]
For both Derbyshire residents and visitors alike, Chatsworth House at Christmas time is the pinnacle of our festive calendars. Chatsworth have just announced their plans for the 2023 season. Following the popularity of a similar blog post I wrote last year, I know how much you love to read about the Chatsworth festivities! Here’s everything […]
This was originally written as a roundup of the spookiest Halloween events in Derbyshire this October 2023 half term. Sadly as yet I’ve not had time to update this post so Please head to my What’s On Derbyshire 2025 Events Guide for the most up to date events listings. However, most places tend to run […]
[AD] The Peacock at Rowsley is a beautiful, historic boutique hotel. Located in the pretty village of Rowsley on the outskirts of Bakewell, the hotel is superbly situated for exploring the Peak District National Park. Part of the Haddon Estate, The Peacock is close to both Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House, two magnificent tourist attractions. […]