On the first day of summer Master Park in Oxted was transformed for a one day event, bringing Urban Street Food to Surrey - and giving residents and visitors a good chance to support some very local businesses throughout the day. If year one is the marker for things to come then roll on summer 2015.
Over the past few years at foodie events we have encountered a whole range of samples on offer. Tasty treats, chocolates, cookies and even pasta. Yet nothing gets some of us more worked up than when we see a bowl of oils or vinegar ready to be dipped. And if a great tasting salad dressing or sauce is also on offer then we are in savoury heaven. Our top ten features the tip of the iceberg when it comes to dip-able liquids but we hope that even if you don't share our choices, you share our enthusiasm for finding something new.
How much are you really getting for your money? And can your local butcher really offer something the supermarkets can't? We took three different chickens and went on an afternoon cooking spree to find out 'pound for pound' or kilo for kilo, just what you are getting for your money. Would the butcher's chicken triumph over the Finest supermarket range? And are Value chickens really that?
The Man has done it again. Not long after the launch of his new chocolate shop in Heal's Tottenham Court Road, Paul A Young has found the time to create his chocolate inspired afternoon tea - and invited us along to sample the magic. Working with Nigel Boschetti, executive chef at Grosvenor House, Paul has blended in his own personality to create an afternoon tea worth taking a whole day off for.
I like to think I am a careful driver. As an ex-motorbike rider I am aware of the dangers of not being seen. I am also aware that many drivers are still not as observant of other road users as they could be. The fact remains that if you are not in a car many road users simply don't see you. So why make yourself less visible when you could easily stand out from the crowd and make sure you are seen with a 'See Me More' High Visibility LED Reflective Light Vest.
Our VisitBrighton journey would not have been complete without somewhere central to stay, and there is nothing better than actually finding somewhere big enough to accommodate all your family and friends when you want to have a great break away. Vine Street Studios offer ample accommodation for up to 16 people with their retro loft conversion. And when the party comes to you in the form of a mixology class, it is the icing on the cake.
