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Welsh food and drink tours, cooking workshops and presentations. Getting to know Wales and Welsh food better.

02/12/2024

A great piece of advice snapped recently, but who knows where in it is?

30/11/2024

29/11/2024

A fantastic sale from our friends The Welsh House Cardiff! An eight course dining experience for two for only £60. Great value.

27/11/2024

Well done Georgie!

Take a bow Georgie Grasso, who has become the first ever Welsh winner of The Great British Bake Off 👏🙌
The 34-year-old wowed the judges in the final, and was visibly moved as she was announced as the winner.
She has now explained why winning the show has changed everything. Congratulations Georgie 😍
http://tiny.cc/pphxzz

26/11/2024

Pob hwyl i Georgie heno - all the best to Georgie for tonight

Fingers crossed for Georgie in the Great British Bake Off final at 9 pm tonight on Channel 4.

Bysedd wedi croesi!

It's great to see Georgie flying the flag for Wales!

Da iawn 👍👍

Congratulations to all of the contestants who have all been amazing, it's been a fabulous series and I'm sure the final will be brilliant.

All the best to Christiaan and Dylan too. Looking forward, edrych mlaen.

The Great British Bake Off

25/11/2024

🎄Foodie Gifts for Christmas🎄

If you’re looking for a different and delicious gift this Christmas, how about a Loving Welsh Food Tour?

We offer gift vouchers for our Cardiff Tasting Tours and City of Arcades Food Experience scheduled tours as seen in the Sunday Times -

https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/uk-travel/seven-uk-best-city-walking-tours-6mgvg9rwk

The Cardiff Tasting Tour consists of 5 tasting stops, including Welshcakes, cheeses, laverbread, an Italian/Welsh dish and local drinks.

“Absolutely brilliant morning sampling some of Cardiff food highlights” – Moya, Oct 2024

The City of Arcades Food Experience includes 8 tastings in different venues in Cardiff and Cardiff Bay – so plenty of food and drinks, chatting, sitting down and a little walking.

“I really enjoyed this tour which mixes delicious food with a bit of Cardiff history, especially the splendid and wonderfully maintained Edwardian Arcades” - Mandy, Sept 2024

Private tours can be arranged - in French, Italian, Spanish, German as well as English and Welsh.

For more info: visit www.lovingwelshfood.uk

22/11/2024

🏉🌍 Brace yourselves, Wales fans – tomorrow we’re up against South Africa, the reigning world champions!

Facing the Springboks is like trying to tackle a runaway dragon – we’ll give it our all, but we might need a stiff drink by halftime. Still, hope springs eternal in the land of song! To distract ourselves from the impending scrum, here are three 'did you know' facts about South Africa:

🇿🇦 Did you know…?

South Africa is the only country in the world with three capital cities – Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein. Clearly, one capital just isn’t enough when you’re running a nation like the Springboks run a pitch!

The country produces over half of the world’s gold. No wonder their trophy cabinet is so shiny.

The South African national anthem is sung in five different languages. Impressive, but come on – have they heard a packed Principality Stadium belting out Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau? Didn’t think so.

Here’s to our brave boys in red – may they surprise us, or at least give us something to chat about in the pub after. Pob lwc, Cymru! 🏉

21/11/2024

🎉 Beaujolais Day is Here! 🍷

Beaujolais Day, celebrated every year on the third Thursday of November, marks the release of Beaujolais Nouveau, a young, vibrant red wine from the Beaujolais region of France. Made from Gamay grapes and fermented for just a few weeks, this light and fruity wine is all about celebrating the harvest and enjoying life’s simple pleasures. 🍇✨

The tradition began in the 1950s, growing into an international phenomenon. Now, it’s a day for wine lovers around the world to come together and toast the new vintage with delicious food, laughter, and good company!🍇✨

Here in Cardiff, the city comes alive with fantastic Beaujolais Day events. From chic bistros to buzzing wine bars, there are plenty of opportunities to sip, savour, and celebrate. Discover Cardiff’s vibrant food and drink scene while raising a glass to Beaujolais!

🍷 Check out these tips from Visit Cardiff / Croeso Caerdydd
https://www.visitcardiff.com/2024/09/beaujolais-day/

Keep your eyes peeled for pop-ups celebrating this special day!

And if you're in Swansea, you’re in for a treat, too! Bars and restaurants across the city embrace Beaujolais Day with events, tastings, and fabulous food pairings. Swansea knows how to party! 🥂

Whether you’re in Cardiff or Swansea, enjoy Beaujolais Day with great food, good company, and that irresistible Welsh croeso! 🧀🍷

📸 Don’t forget to tag us in your Beaujolais Day celebrations! Cheers! 🍇

20/11/2024

A top tip for today!

Always label what you put in the freezer.
I defrosted what I thought was a lamb curry the other night and had some rice and mango chutney to go with it. I was really looking forward to a fab meal – but once the lamb curry was defrosted, it turned out to be stewed rhubarb!

I was working on a late shift at the BBC so no other food available – so had to have rhubarb, rice and chutney!

Interesting but I won’t be having it again!

19/11/2024

Great to see Morgan Quarter bucking national trends. Always a hugely enjoyable part of our walking tours and a real Cardiff gem!

A much-loved historical shopping destination is bucking national trends, seeing a rise in footfall and achieving close to full occupation of its retail units for the first time in ten years. Morgan Quarter, comprising units in Morgan Arcade, Royal Arcade, and The Hayes in Cardiff city centre, has an...

18/11/2024

Great to see!

16/11/2024

🏉🌍 Come on, Wales! We’re in for a bruiser on Sunday against Australia at 4:10 PM!

Let’s face it – being a Welsh rugby fan is a bit like trying to teach a sheep to swim; it’s full of heart, woolly optimism, and an occasional flop. But we’ll be cheering all the same! Just in case we don’t make it out alive, here are three totally random facts about our Australian mates:

🇦🇺 Did you know…?

Australia has three times as many sheep as people. We thought we loved sheep, but clearly, the Aussies have us beat!

The Australian Alps get more snow than the Swiss Alps. We’re still wrapping our heads around this one... snowy mountains, in Australia?

Australia is home to a pink lake (Lake Hillier) that looks like strawberry milkshake. Sadly, no, it’s not actually a giant milkshake. Shame, really.

Here’s to our boys in red – let’s make it a game to remember (or a game to forget quickly – it could go either way). Pob lwc, Wales! 🏉🍺

11/11/2024

We're delighted to be participating in the always exciting City of Arcades Day - this tear expanded to three days of celebration.

We're running an additional City of Arcades Food Experience Tour on Friday 15th - you can book here -
https://lovingwelshfood.uk/city-of-arcades-tour/

Once one of the world’s busiest port towns, Cardiff has always attracted people from all over the world – and they’ve brought their delicious food traditions with them. We’ve hand-picked the best independent venues so you can enjoy a feast of spicy, savoury and sweet tastings on a leisurely stroll around the Welsh capital.

In between the tastings, you’ll find out about Cardiff's beautiful arcades, the historic city centre and the exciting and ever-growing mix of food and drink venues.Our Loving Welsh Food local guides invite you to enjoy a personal tour of the city. We love sharing our stories about life in Wales, today and yesterday.

The best cheese toasties ever, authentic Keralan street food, warm, buttery welshcakes and delicious wines are some of the delights you’ll sample on our Cardiff City of Arcades Food Experience.

City of Arcades

10/11/2024

Wales are taking on Fiji at 1:40 pm today.

1️⃣ A Nation of Islands
Fiji is made up of over 330 islands, though only around 100 are inhabited. The two main islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, are home to most of Fiji's population.

2️⃣ Rugby Pride
In Fiji, rugby is more than just a sport—it's a way of life! Fiji was the first team to win Olympic gold in rugby sevens, achieving this historic feat in 2016.

3️⃣ Kava Culture
The traditional Fijian drink, kava, is made from the roots of the kava plant and has a special role in ceremonies. It’s known for its calming effects and is often shared as a symbol of friendship and unity.

08/11/2024

Here's another delicious recipe for Great British Game Week, courtesy of Nerys from her fantastic book Cywain/Harvest - A celebration of eating locally and seasonally, using fresher, better quality ingredients and more nutritious foods.

Venison steak with blackberry mead sauce

PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 25 minutes
INGREDIENTS Serving 2
1 shallot
2 tbsp rapeseed oil
4 juniper berries, crushed
1 orange
100g blackberries
100ml Afon Mel blackberry mead
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 dsp redcurrant jelly
2 venison steaks
15g Welsh butter

To Start
Make the sauce by finely chopping the shallot then heating one tablespoon of oil in a small pan over a medium heat.
Add the shallots and cook for around 6 minutes until softened.

Meanwhile

Zest the rind of the orange, squeeze the juice, and add both to the shallots along with the juniper berries, blackberries, ginger and mead and cook for around 5 minutes until the blackberries begin to soften.

Reduce the heat and add the redcurrant jelly then taste and season with salt, pepper, and cook for a further 5 minutes.

Set aside while you cook the steaks.

Simply season the steaks with salt and pepper and heat a frying pan over a medium to hot heat.
Then add the rest of the oil and butter and once melted cook the steaks for 3 minutes on both sides for medium.

Pour off any excess fat, add the sauce to the pan, and reheat for a few minutes.

To serve
Serve the steak sliced if you wish, accompanied by the sauce and mustard mashed potato and steamed broccoli or cavolo nero.

Nerys Howell - Food Specialist

06/11/2024

To help celebrate Great British Game Week, here is a fantastic recipe for Figgy Pheasant Traybake courtesy of one of our guides and resident food expert and consultant, Nerys.

Serves 4
Ingredients
4 pheasant breasts
1 whole garlic bulb
3 tbsp sherry vinegar
8 sprigs thyme
2 red onions
6 fresh figs
12 black olives halved and stoned
3 tbsp rapeseed oil

Method

1. Marinade the pheasant by crushing 2 cloves of garlic and mixing with a tablespoon of vinegar and the leaves from a few sprigs of thyme. Season the breasts with salt and pepper and leave in the marinade for a few hours or overnight.

2. Heat the oven to 200C/180Fan/Gas 6 and put the remaining garlic cloves whole in their skin in a large deep oven tray. Peel and cut the onions into 8 wedges and add to the garlic. Then cut the figs in half and add to the tin along with the remaining thyme.

3. Pour over the oil and toss the vegetables and figs with your hands then season with salt and pepper and drizzle over the remaining vinegar and any marinade then roast for 20 minutes.

4. Heat a frying pan over a high heat and quickly brown the marinaded pheasant breast on both sides then transfer to the oven tray once the onions have roasted and scatter over the olives. Roast for a further 10 minutes until the meat is cooked.

5. Remove from the oven and serve straight from the tray with some crispy potatoes and a green salad.

Nerys Howell - Food Specialist

05/11/2024

🎆 BONFIRE NIGHT REMINDER 🎆

Tonight, from 5pm to 9pm, Classic FM will be airing their Pet Classics program—a selection of calming classical music designed to soothe anxious pets and their owners. Perfect for keeping your furry friends relaxed during the fireworks!

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Looking for a unique way to spend a delicious day in Cardiff? Check out our Private Cardiff Lunch & Landmarks Tour! It’s the perfect blend of sightseeing, storytelling, and scrumptious bites. One guest recently raved: "A delight. Our guide was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable about Cardiff and the local cuisine. The idea of each course of a meal being eaten at a different location is ingenious." The tour highlights Welsh culinary gems, with a main course at the Welsh House. Here, you’ll tuck into a hearty bowl of traditional Welsh cawl, served with fresh bread and local cheese. We usually suggest a crisp Welsh cider or ale to pair with your meal, but when one guest asked for iced tea (not on the menu), the friendly staff whipped one up—and it was a hit! Diolch yn fawr! Our food safari takes you through Cardiff’s iconic city centre and Cardiff Bay, sampling the best Welsh and international flavors. Each stop has been chosen not just for its delicious food, but for its heritage and charm. Along the way, you’ll wander past Cardiff’s beautiful parks and iconic landmarks, including Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, the Millennium Centre, and the Senedd Building. The journey ends with breathtaking views at Cardiff Bay. Find out more on the Loving Welsh Food website and get ready to feast your way through Cardiff! #LovingWelshFood #CardiffFoodTour #ExploreCardiff #WelshCuisine #FoodSafari #CardiffBay #CardiffCastle #WelshCulture #FoodieTravel #VisitWales #Diolch #DiscoverCardiff #Cawl #SupportLocal #EatDrinkExplore

Have you seen the new animated series The Golden Cobra on BBC 3? The one- line description is as follows - “Animated comedy set in the worst takeaway in Ebbw Vale”. It’s getting mixed reviews – see what you think! It's great to see our own Ieuan Rhys featuring in the cast as the inimitable PC Crabtree. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0011y2x Ieuan works with us a guide, enjoying a job where he is paid to eat (and walk!) and also hosts our Taste of Wales evening - here he is leading the crowd in a rousing version of a Tom Jones favourite! We still have a few tickets left for our evenings in September and October. It's a fabulous evening out held in the fantastic surroundings of The Welsh House, Cardiff – celebrating all things Welsh. It’ll definitely bring a smile to your face! https://lovingwelshfood.uk/taste-of-wales/

Happy International Bacon Day 2 quotes that we like 1. Happy people live longer. Bacon makes you happy. Therefore bacon makes you live longer. 2. You’re just like bacon. You make everything better. This is a delicious traditional Welsh recipe showcasing bacon – simple to make and delicious! What’s not to love. Like a lot of our Welsh recipes, the name is a bit misleading. The recipe takes a lot more than 5 minutes ( maybe it’s referring to the prep time), but definitely worth it! Tatws Pum Munud (Serves 2) ( Five minute potatoes). • Potatoes - 4 medium, thinly sliced • Onions - 1 medium, thinly sliced • Back Bacon - 4 rashers, diced • Stock (whichever you fancy, I mainly use chicken) - about 300ml or so Fry the bacon well in a deep frying pan and let it 'catch' a little on the bottom of the pan Remove the bacon leaving the fat behind, then add the onions to soften for a few minutes Add the sliced potatoes and plenty of black pepper (no salt needed!) to the pan and mix through, then scatter the bacon over the top Add the stock so that it comes a centimetre or two below the bacon Simmer for about 25 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through and most of the liquid is gone – or you can bake in the oven for a good 30 minutes. Enjoy – mwynhewch.

Join us for one of our delicious walking tours of Cardiff. Spaces available on August 31st and September 14th. Details on our website. #lovingwelshfood #gelato #tourism #royalarcade #welshfood #cardiffcastle #tours #cardiffmarket #citybreak #daysoutuk #walkingtours #daysout #cityofarcades #foodcardiff #food #cardifffood #castles #walesfood #croeso #foodietours #cymru #southwales #wales

Good luck to everyone receiving their results tomorrow! #alevels #resultsday #results #celebration

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Caraway Cake or Shearing Cake (Cacen Gneifo) is a traditional Welsh recipe containing caraway seeds and lemon that was made to be enjoyed by the farm hands and workers at the end of a hard day of shearing sheep - a messy and arduous task. Even if you aren't working with sheep today, why not treat yourself to a slice of Shearing Cake.... Here's the recipe! 340g self-raising flour 225g salted butter 225g caster sugar 4 eggs 1 lemon 4 tsps caraway seeds ¼ tsp nutmeg 3 tbsp milk Put the butter and the sugar into a mixing bowl and cream together until pale and fluffy. Beat the eggs and add them gradually to the mixture. Add the flour and fold in carefully. Add the zest of the lemon, the lemon juice and the caraway seeds. Add the milk and mix until the mixture is wet enough to drop off the spoon. Put the mixture into a greased and lined cake tin and back in a preheated oven (190c gas mark 5) for 50 – 60 minutes. If you divide the mixture into smaller cake tins, they will need less cooking. #wales #foodie #welshfoodanddrink #recipes #walesfood #traditionalfood #cakerecipes #baking #carawayseeds

We have you well and truly covered for lunch! Tuck into warm Welshcakes, crumbly, buttery pies, fresh Welsh pizza and many more delicacies. On the drinks menu, refreshing teas, full-bodied ales and thirst-quenching ciders. The best way to get to know Cardiff and relish an indepth discovery of wonderful Welsh food and drink. Savour the beautiful greenery of Bute Park and admire the city's majestic buildings including Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium - the home of Welsh rugby! Discover the Welsh capital's history and meet its people. Enjoy our local guides' superb stories and learn a few words of Welsh. If you are a little short of time, try our Cardiff tasting tour! (2.5 hours) #cardiffcastle #tours #cardiffmarket #citybreak #daysoutuk #laverbread #walkingtours #foodcardiff #cardifffood #foodietours #wales

If you're looking for a way to appreciate the history and architecture of Cardiff's Victorian arcades while sampling some delicious food and drink then the City of Arcades Food Experience would be perfect for you. For further details or to book a place why not visit www.lovingwelshfood.com #food #cardiff #foodcardiff #tours #walkingtours #citybreak #foodie #castles #Wales #laverbread #cardiffmarket #daysout #daysoutuk City of Arcades Waffle Morgan Quarter

Here’s a tiny taster of our Welsh Food Tour. For further details or to book a place why not visit www.lovingwelshfood.uk #food #foodcardiff #cardiff #tours #walkingtours #citybreak #foodie #castles #wales #laverbread #market #cardiffmarket #daysout #daysoutuk

Our 2024 Taste of Wales evenings are underway. We're delighted to be working with the Welsh House this year - a fabulous venue with great food and drink. Guests enjoy a refreshing Brecon Bramble cocktail, followed by a delicious 3-course meal, showcasing traditional Welsh recipes using local produce. The entertainment, a mix of music, poetry and Welsh humour is provided by a fabulously talented cast of actors and musicians. The evening also includes a limerick competition sponsored by Penderyn Distillery - congratulations to our first winner for 2024! Llongyfarchiadau. Penderyn Distillery Ad-Lib Productions The Welsh House Cardiff #croeso #foodietours #tasteofwales #poetry #cymru #welshfoodanddrink #cardiff #wales #foodie

If you're looking for somewhere fabulous to stay, in the heart of Cardiff - take a look at what's on offer at Urban Space. We're hoping to work with Urban Space in the future offering Welsh cooking workshops in one of their venues - more details to come. In the meantime, check out this fabulous video! The Urban Space & Travel Company Ltd #cardiff #travel #wales #aparthotel #parklane

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