Kent


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-award-winning">AWARD-WINNING </h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/harbour-street-tapas.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-104071" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/harbour-street-tapas.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/harbour-street-tapas-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/harbour-street-tapas-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/harbour-street-tapas-400x267.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/harbour-street-tapas-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Wondering where to book your next table? <em>The Good Food Guide</em>’s <a href="https://www.thegoodfoodguide.co.uk/best-local-restaurant/best-local-restaurant-award-winners-2024" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Best Local Restaurants 2024</a> have been announced and shortlisted are some of the best local restaurants across Great Britain and 5 of them are right here on your doorstep in Kent! So say hello to&#8230; <a href="https://www.harbourstreettapas.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbour Street Tapas</a> in Whitstable, <a href="https://www.mori-mori.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mori Mori</a> in Margate, <a href="https://tallowrestaurant.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tallow</a> in Southborough, <a href="https://thebluepelican.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Blue Pelican</a> in Deal and <a href="https://folkestonewine.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Folkestone Wine Company</a> in (you guessed it!) Folkestone. To make the cut these local restaurants must be independently run, offer changing, seasonal menus at affordable prices, ensure strong relationships with local suppliers and be rooted in the local community where customers feel genuinely welcomed. Big round of applause please!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wanna-pizza-me">WANNA PIZZA ME?</h2>



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<p>Sound the alarm cos<strong> kids eat for free</strong> at <a href="https://www.pizzaexpress.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PizzaExpress</a>. Get a free Piccolo meal with any adult main purchased so that means dough balls, a tasty main, a yummy dessert and even a bambinoccino all for free until Sun 11 Aug. So grab the kids, head to your local pizzeria and enjoy a slice of summer. Available all day, every day. Click here for full <a href="https://www.pizzaexpress.com/terms-and-conditions/kids-eat-free" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ts&amp;Cs</a>. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1500" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103854" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent-800x800.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent-1000x1000.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent-400x400.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent-768x768.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent-500x500.jpg 500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/mereworth-wine-kent-1100x1100.jpg 1100w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Or head here &#8211; sans kids &#8211; as Mereworth Wines now serve delicious stone baked sourdourgh pizzas. <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2485/3534/files/Pizza_evening_final.pdf?v=1720368984" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The menu</a> is complete with delicious small plates and sides where a glass of Mereworth fizz would pair perfectly. Available Fri, 11am – 4pm and 5-8pm and Sat &amp; Sun, 11am – 4pm. Why not visit on&nbsp;<strong>Fri 2 Aug</strong>&nbsp;for their&nbsp;<a href="https://mereworth.co.uk/collections/our-events" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miller &amp; Moore Pop-Up Shop</a>? Selling preloved vintage clothing and accessories from 5pm and it’s free to enter.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dates-for-your-diary">DATES FOR YOUR DIARY</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pomus-x-chapel-down-margate-thurs-8-aug"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C92CR0jMK7K/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pomus x Chapel Down</a>, Margate, Thurs 8 Aug</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/pomus-margate.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-104075" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/pomus-margate.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/pomus-margate-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/pomus-margate-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/pomus-margate-400x267.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/pomus-margate-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Hot collab alert! Our new favourite haunt Pomus are welcoming Chapel Down this August to take you through some of their award-winning wines with delicious canapés to showcase the best of Kent produce. Just 12 places are up for grabs at £55pp. Book your spot by emailing: <a href="mailto:enquiries@pomus.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">enquiries@pomus.co.uk</a> asap.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chef-takeover-night-atul-kochhar-the-restaurant-ms-weds-14-aug"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C92ZFeiIgOg/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chef Takeover Night: Atul Kochhar</a>, The Restaurant MS, Weds 14 Aug</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1001" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Atul-Kochhar.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-104087" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Atul-Kochhar.jpeg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Atul-Kochhar-800x534.jpeg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Atul-Kochhar-1000x667.jpeg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Atul-Kochhar-400x267.jpeg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Atul-Kochhar-768x513.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Renowned Chef Atul Kochhar is the next special guest for Chef Takeover Night at The Restaurant MS. The twice-Michelin-starred chef has been a trailblazer in the Indian culinary world for over 30 years, combining his Indian heritage with British ingredients to create modern Indian cuisine that captivates the palate. Kochhar&#8217;s innovative culinary approach continues to inspire foodies and now you have the chance to experience his exquisite dishes at The Restaurant MS in Folkestone. Prices are from £95 with optional wine pairing. Email to book: <a href="mailto:reservations@therestaurant-ms.co.uk">reservations@therestaurant-ms.co.uk</a>.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-farm-table-the-small-holding-weds-14-aug-amp-weds-18-sep"><a href="https://www.exploretock.com/thesmallholding/event/491835?date=2024-07-17&amp;size=1&amp;time=12%3A00" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Farm Table</a>, The Small Holding, Weds 14 Aug &amp; Weds 18 Sep</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/the-small-holding-1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-97782" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/the-small-holding-1.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/the-small-holding-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/the-small-holding-1-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/the-small-holding-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/the-small-holding-1-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Don’t miss The Small Holding’s new Farm Table alfresco suppers, exclusively for 8 guests and hosted only once a month during the summer, this really is a magical dining experience. As the sun starts to go down, enjoy a glass of Sussex sparkling from Artelium and a guided farm tour where you’ll see what’s in perfect condition to harvest. Much of the six-course menu&nbsp;will be harvested straight from the farm, where chef Will Devlin will cook elements of the menu over the fire right in front of you. There’s only two dates left; Weds 14 Aug and Weds 18 Sep so book asap.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-gusbourne-x-richard-craven-of-the-royal-oak-fri-25-oct"><a href="https://www.gusbourne.com/tours/Gusbourne-Richard-Craven-Dinner" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gusbourne x Richard Craven of the Royal Oak</a>, Fri 25 Oct</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1064" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Richard-Craven-Foraging.png" alt="" class="wp-image-104051" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Richard-Craven-Foraging.png 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Richard-Craven-Foraging-800x567.png 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Richard-Craven-Foraging-1000x709.png 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Richard-Craven-Foraging-400x284.png 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/Richard-Craven-Foraging-768x545.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Gusbourne will be welcoming chef Richard Craven of Michelin-starred restaurant The Royal Oak to showcase autumn&#8217;s bounty. You can expect dishes that are micro-seasonal with foraged ingredients alongside locally sourced wild game, perhaps deer or rabbit. Enjoy a four-course menu paired with Gusbourne&#8217;s fabulous wines for £165pp. Now booking so act fast.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-cornicello-supper-club-louie-on-sea-margate-fri-23-aug"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C9p_a9hAiI9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cornicello Supper Club</a>, Louie On Sea, Margate, Fri 23 Aug</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/louie-on-sea-margate.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103993" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/louie-on-sea-margate.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/louie-on-sea-margate-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/louie-on-sea-margate-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/louie-on-sea-margate-400x267.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/louie-on-sea-margate-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>On a roll with their Supper Clubs is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/louieonsea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Louie On Sea</a>, Turner Contemporary’s cool restaurant that’s not long been open. This August,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C9p_a9hAiI9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cornicello</a>&nbsp;will be presenting a traditional Neapolitan feast featuring street food classics and much more. Book your table asap. £45pp. 7pm – 11:30pm.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wine-garden-of-england-summer-celebration-sat-7-june-2025"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wine-garden-of-england-summer-celebration-2025-tickets-936470657947?aff=instagram" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wine Garden of England Summer Celebration</a>, Sat 7 June 2025</h3>



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<p>Thinking about next summer already? Wine Garden of England definitely are! Tickets for their fab Summer Celebration at Chilham Castle are now on sale. Buy your £40 ticket that includes a taste of wine from some of the most renowned wine producers in Kent (names confirmed are; Balfour, Biddenden, Chapel Down, Domaine Evremond, Gusbourne, Simpsons, Squerryes, Westwell and Yotes Court), a wine glass, a tote bag full of useful info and next year&#8217;s Handbook to help you plan your wine tourism around Kent. Plus food, bar with covered seating, Q&amp;A sessions with the producers and a live band in the evening. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-new-nosh">NEW NOSH</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/the-ivy.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-104004" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/the-ivy.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/the-ivy-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/the-ivy-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/the-ivy-400x267.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/07/the-ivy-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Ivy, Tunbridge Wells</figcaption></figure>



<p>Work is well underway for a brand new swanky restaurant in the heart of Canterbury. Taking over the Burton and Dorothy Perkins store on the corner of Rose Lane and The Parade is&nbsp;<a href="https://ivycollection.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Ivy</a>. Installation of a kitchen, a complete overhaul of the interior, changes to the shopfront and building’s exterior will soon be complete and we can’t wait! More details coming soon.</p>



<p><em>Words by Mollie Manning</em></p>


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