Local Producers
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Boxing clever: 6 of the best local hampers
Hard-to-buy-for in-laws or picky partner? Don’t default to vouchers – a box of gourmet goodies or winter cocktail kit will really make 'em smile
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Support local: Fabulous farm shops near you
Gourmet gifts, wine and prize-winning cheeses from pedigree cows on the Isle of Wight – stock up at our bumper crop of brilliant farm shops.
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7 of the best… festive boozy buys
Time to stock up your fridges and cellars! Whether you're buying for others or yourself (hey, you deserve it), you can't go wrong with these seven divine drinks.
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Commoner Tom’s New Forest Walk
Thought the New Forest was just a forest? Then think again. Muddy strapped on some sensible shoes and discovered all about the culture of 'commoning'.
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Guilt-free Gourmet
Still on the healthy eating regime? Power to you sister! And with my suggestions across Hants you can eat out AND hit your fighting weight. – is much tighter than your current one which is
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Six bakeries you knead to visit
Doughnuts and sourdough boules, a trip to a decent bakery often means you end up with some wonderful carby goodness. Check out our pick of top bakers across the region.
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Seafood in the Forest
English fizz, oysters & lobster mac n'cheese? Oh go on then, you've twisted our arm. We'll meet you at Lymington Seafood Festival.
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Make Mine A Double
Rich & smooth with a rosemary finish — yes siree, we're liking Hampshire's newest gin.
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Rick Stein’s Favourite Places
Brothels, bishops, cold baths at Winchester College and, oh yeah, the odd pub or three. Sorry Cornwall, but you're going to have to share the legend that is Mr Rick Stein.
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Jigger & twist
When Hants' masters of mixology — plus one brilliant mistress — muddled, flamed & flaunted their way to glory at Winch Distillery's cocktail competition.
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Making plans? Find your perfect Pub, Inn, Hotel, Café, Restaurant or Bar across the Muddy counties.
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