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Saffron Walden is a hotbed of picturesque pubs and unique eateries to satisfy any foodie’s appetite. A good place to start is Off The Beaten Truck , a much-loved street food collective, showcasing leading lights of the region’s culinary talent. From 7 April, find up to seven trucks on Saffron Walden Common every Thursday from 5-8pm, serving up tasty treats from different parts of the world. “We are so grateful to the Saffron Walden community for their support and ongoing enthusiasm for incredible local street food,” says Becca Chong, director of Off The Beaten Truck. “We have enjoyed our winter space at Saffron Walden Town Football Club, and are now excited to see friends and families gathering together outside again.” Grab a picnic blanket and soak up the sun with an aromatic steamed bao or gyoza from Guerrilla Kitchen, Greek gyros wraps with tzatziki and chips from The Cook’s Nest, or authentic goat curry from Kerief Catering. There will also be Waffle and Co’s sweet and savoury treats, guaranteeing something for everyone. As spring simmers towards summer, another local food supplier to watch out for is the Saffron Ice Cream Company . Founder Dominic first discovered the joy of making ice cream in his kitchen as a boy, alongside his mum. Since then, he’s whipped up a mouth-watering menu of seasonal flavours
DIVERSE DINING Delicious dessert from Saffron Ice Cream Company (top left), Saffron Grange’s boutique sparkling wines (above), Off The Beaten Truck’s tasty street food (right) and Sunday lunch from The Eight Bells (below)
and year-round classics to be enjoyed at local hotspots such as Audley End House and Gardens, The Cross Keys, Lokma and Dough & Co. Try salted butter caramel or summer strawberries and cream, made with a dash of balsamic vinegar – and keep an eye out for limited-edition flavours, including Henham honey and lavender and espresso, available from May. They also make sumptuous sorbets like British elderflower or gin, tonic and cucumber – perfect for balmy spring afternoons. While you’re in the spirit of sampling Walden’s finest produce, don’t miss the opportunity to try the sparkling wines of Saffron Grange . “We have four distinctly impressive offerings, which we are extremely proud of – the Classic Cuvée, Seyval Blanc Reserve, Sparkling Rosé and limited-edition Blanc de Noirs,” says sales manager Nick Edwards. “Our most recent release, the Blanc de Noirs, is made from 100% Pinot Meunier grapes and is of the
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There’s an abundance of charming, quirky, characterful eateries in Saffron Walden. From The Eight Bells pub, which makes an excellent destination for a slap-up Sunday lunch, to The Piano, where you can enjoy all sorts of cakes, sandwiches and quiches while listening to live piano. Other highlights include Mini Miss Bread, Bicicletta and The Market House – which serves tasty tapas and tipples.
spectacular 2018 vintage. It has toasty characteristics, black cherry aromas, with notes of blood orange and ripe nectarine.” Bookings are open for vineyard tours, where you can sample the Grange’s finest vintages with a cheese or charcuterie board, taking in spectacular views of the countryside.
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