June 2008

tastebuds on May 21st, 2008
Paella Valenciana, photo copyright Valencia Region Tourist Board

The Taste of Spain festival in London’s Borough Market hosts the Great Paella Challenge from 6pm on Wednesday 4th June 2008. Guided by a Valencian chef, you will not only be able to learn how to cook a traditional paella but also have a go at it, adding your own personal touch if you so [...]

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tastebuds on May 17th, 2008
Still Restaurant at the Dylan Hotel in Dublin, Ireland

To celebrate Vegetarian Week (19 – 25 May), between 15 May and 16 June 2008 Dylan hotel in Dublin is offering a delicious ten course Vegetarian tasting menu and an overnight package for only €399 per room per night (approx £317) based on double occupancy. The offer is subject to availability and includes: – Overnight [...]

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St Aubins Bay, Jersey, Channel Islands (UK)

The Inaugural Grand Jersey Festival of Food marks the multi-million Pound Hotel Re-Launch in Summer 08. Between Friday 27th and Sunday 29th June 2008, a myriad of Michelin Star chefs, master classes and classic culinaire from across the island will be the ingredients of this 3-day epicurean extravaganza.

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tastebuds on April 28th, 2008
World Stinging Nettle Eating Championship at The Bottle Inn in Marshwood, Dorset

Well, I’m not quite sure if this qualifies as “culinary travel”, it may be a fun day out! The annual World Nettle Eating Championship to be held on 21st June 2008 at the Bottle Inn in the idyllic West Dorset village of Marshwood, is a guaranteed hoot when competitors from all over the world gather together to [...]

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