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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 19

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 19

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 19: Sean Fletcher and Edith Bowman explore the Manchester Food and Drink Festival, meeting passionate producers of chilli sauce, Eritrean curries and Italian biscuits among the stalls. Onkar Singh Purewal discovers how it is possible to grow tea in the Vale of Glamorgan, while farmer Jim Smith gets stuck into some sticky sweets. The differences between dried, tinned, homemade and carton soup are revealed.       The Manchester Food and Drink Festival is an annual culinary event that has become an iconic part of the city’s vibrant food scene. Celebrating the diverse and […]

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 18

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 18

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 18: Colin Murray and Edith Bowman discover tips and treats at the food and music festival in Newcastle. They find out how to create award-winning burgers and reveal the secrets of chips, French-Canadian style. Briony May Williams goes on the trail of the nation’s favourite herb, and chef Julie Lin sets sail to find Scotland’s most valuable fish. Farmer Meinir Howells investigates the growing popularity of keeping chickens.         Newcastle, a vibrant city in the northeast of England, is quickly becoming a hotspot for food and music festivals. With a rich

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 15

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 15

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 15: Colin Murray discovers a brown sauce revival and the advantages of getting fish from a fishmonger as he visits Derry/Londonderry’s Walled City Market. Briony May Williams explores how Somerset is rivalling France in cheese productions, and Onkar Singh Purewal discovers the secrets of beekeeping. Chef Julie Lin is in Dundee, finding out how bakers keep up with demand around the clock.     The Walled City Market is a weekly open-air market that takes place in Derry/Londonderry, a city in Northern Ireland. It is located within the historic city walls and offers a

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 14

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 14

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 14: Sean Fletcher explores the annual Neath food festival and finds out whether traditional or exotic Welsh cakes are more popular among the visitors. Food journalist Leyla Kazim reveals secrets of tomato growing on a large and small scale, while farmer Jim Smith gets stuck into making marmalade. Ryan Hand tries an experiment to find out whether there is such a thing as ‘brain food’.       Neath Food Festival is an annual event held in the town of Neath, Wales, celebrating the region’s culinary scene. The festival showcases the best of Neath’s

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 13

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 13

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 13: Colin Murray and Edith Bowman explore St George’s Market in Belfast and meet a social media sensation who reveals the secrets of healthy and inexpensive one-pot meals. Farmer Jim Smith discovers how one farm is turning its oats into milk, food journalist Leyla Kazim is in Norfolk to find out the secrets of producing mustard, and farmer Meinir Howells reveals just why Welsh lamb is so popular.         St George’s Market in Belfast is a beloved historic landmark that has been an integral part of the city’s fabric for over

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 12

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 12

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 12: Edith Bowman introduces Colin Murray to her home town of Anstruther in Fife on a food adventure. As well as its famous fish and chips, they discover how artisan bread is being made for the community. Briony May Williams bags bargains hunting for yellow stickers in the supermarket, and chef Suzie Lee reveals how Greek-style yoghurt is made in County Down. Onkar Singh Purewal discovers Swansea’s community garden produce.     Anstruther in Fife is a food lover’s paradise, offering a wide range of culinary experiences to suit every taste and budget. From

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 8

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 8

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 8: Edith Bowman and Colin Murray explore the food stalls and events at the Peebles Show. They discover tips and treats from passionate food producers, from perfect steaks to premium chocolate at a fraction of the price. Food journalist Leyla Kazim heads to Northumbria in search of the best local fish, and Onkar Singh Purewal is in Ceredigion to discover the key to making sourdough bread.     Peebles Show is an annual agricultural event that takes place in the charming Scottish town of Peebles. This show brings together farmers, exhibitors, and members of

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 7

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 7

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 7: Sean Fletcher goes in search of tips and treats as he explores the food festival at Llangollen, where local food experts reveal their passion for their produce. Farmer Jim Smith tests his tastebuds with some hot sauces in Edinburgh, chef Suzie Lee discovers the key to producing cider in Armagh, and the secrets behind making a homemade pie on a budget are revealed.     Food festivals are an excellent way to celebrate local cuisine, and the Llangollen Food Festival is no exception. This two-day event takes place in the picturesque town of

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