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February 2017

In the Kitchen with Powells Pies #Blog
Lisa Edwards
7th February 2017

For the first in our series ‘In the Kitchen’ Briony and I spent a day with Andrew and Marie (AKA Powells Pies) at their ‘Pie Shed’ kitchen in Whitchurch. The series involves the Taste Cheshire Team spending ‘a day in the life of’ one of our Members so that we can get a better feel […]

Artisan Vs the Supermarket: Biltong #Artisan vs Supermarket
Briony Wilson
7th February 2017

It’s that time of the week again, that we all look forward to! Artisan vs Supermarket challenge, and this time we are putting Biltong to the test. Some of you may not have heard of Biltong, so here is a little description; it is a high protein snack originating from South Africa, made by marinating […]

Young Chefs Battle it out Part 2 #Blog
Briony Wilson
3rd February 2017

What a great afternoon I had Yesterday at West Cheshire College where another 6 young chefs competed to win a place in the Semi Finals of our Young Chef Competition 2017. I got the delights of joining Izzy Grey from We Love Cheshire as a judge, to pick our top 4 to join Richard, Matthew, […]

TC Tuesdays on Dee 106.3 with Mama K’s Burritos #Blog
Lisa Edwards
3rd February 2017

We had a fabulous feast during our Taste Cheshire Tuesday slot on Dee 106.3 on Tuesday. Wow – Mama K you spoiled us rotten. Krista (AKA Mama K), brought along yellow corn and blue corn tortilla chips, with a selection of mild, medium and hot roasted salsa, guacamole and chipotle queso (a spicy cheese dip) […]

The Olive Tree – A genuine Greek affair #Review
Gaile Wundke
2nd February 2017

The Olive Tree is a new addition to the ever-expanding Chester eating scene and it brings with it a unique taste of Greece. The owner, Dean Wilson took over the old and very successful Moules a Go Go site on Watergate Row and a very nice job they have made of it too!  Modern, light, […]

January 2017

My Sunday Hot Pot Treat #Blog
Lisa Edwards
31st January 2017

I certainly felt the lucky one when I was invited out to friends for supper on Sunday evening.  I love casual time spent with friends, there is something cozy about them. Sunday afternoon came and off we went to Helsby where our friends have a lovely cottage, nestled in the heart of the country village.  What […]

Young Chefs Battle it out Part 1. #Blog
Lisa Edwards
31st January 2017

The heat was on last night at South Cheshire College where 6 young finalists battled it out to win a place in the quarter finals of our Young Chef competition 2017. Briony and myself took on the role of Taste Cheshire judges to find the top 3 young chefs who will cook again in the quarter final. […]

Artisan vs the Supermarkets – Raspberry Jam #Artisan vs Supermarket
Briony Wilson
30th January 2017

Now that all the Christmas and New Year celebrations are over, we thought it was time to kick start our Artisan vs Supermarket challenge once again and this week Raspberry Jam from Berry Fresh Bakery was in the hot seat. Berry Fresh have a large selection of Jams, Marmalades, Chutneys and Curds to choose from, […]

The Ship Inn – Riding high on the waves #Blog
Stephen Wundke
26th January 2017

The Ship Inn is a ‘three decked affair’ downstairs is a cosy informal bar with a well-stocked bar, log fire and a variety of seating options. Dotted around the room are a number of interesting items such as a rather ornate cash register, a large abacus and a well-stocked bookcase, to name but a few!  […]
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TC Tuesdays on Dee 106.3 with Cheshire Tea #Radio
Lisa Edwards
19th January 2017

We felt very civilised on Tuesday evening sipping away at delicious Teas which had been brewed using Cheshire Tea’s new range of silky pyramid tea bags. And what a great range of teas they have.  Who would think that Mint Chocolate Tea would taste so good, the perfect after dinner cuppa.  Peppermint for aiding with your […]

Ring of Bells – Christleton’s Culinary Oasis #Review
Gaile Wundke
19th January 2017

Many years ago, I remember going to the Ring O’Bells for a drink with friends.  It seemed that someone hadn’t done their homework as we found ourselves in a tired old pub populated by some equally tired old locals.  Fortunately, sometime later, Ian Wade came along, completely transformed the place into a stylish country pub, […]

Hump-Day Treat! #Review
Briony Wilson
12th January 2017

Being a miserable day yesterday, both Issie and I decided we needed a Hump day treat! So, decided that we would pop out of the office for lunch and visited Burger Shed 41, Chester. We fought our way from the office through the gusty winds and arrived at the restaurant to be met by a […]

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