Local farmer Simon Steel on the difficulties caused by the weather and how it, and other issues, are causing some big fruit and vegetable growers to give up. David Rose, Professor of Sustainable Agricultural Systems at Cranfield University, explains his concerns about Britain's food security.  Dave Fox talks about how allotmenteers can cope with … [Read more...]

Freshly ground coffee comes to the Radmore Farm Shop, we go foraging for garlic and leeks amongst the February frost with chef Steve Thompson, and explore the Mediterranean meats and cheeses of an Italian Deli on Chesterton Road with La Dispensa, as well as all the local food news and jobs for the city. Presented by Matt Bentman and Sue Bailey. … [Read more...]

In this edition, reasons to be cheerful: a new branch of Meadows in February; Little Petra gets bigger; Green Man in Grantchester about to reopen; Orlene's Kitchen brings the taste of Jamaica to a wintry Cambridge along with Niki Segnit, Rosie Sykes and up-to-the-minute food news.  … [Read more...]

Flavour takes a look back at 2022 with tips for good eating in Cambridge, new eateries, reducing food costs at home, cookery classes and local growers protecting the environment. Presented by Matt Bentman, Alan Alder and Dr Sue Bailey. … [Read more...]

Hear from the experts on the best cheeses to have at Christmas, and the best wines. How to make the cooking of Christmas dinner less stressful. Great ideas for cooking the leftovers on Boxing Day. What local Cambridge food and drink providers will be eating. And do people in other countries have turkey on the day too? The work of the Salvation Army … [Read more...]

Discovering why Tawa is so special. A visit to two new independent taprooms just opened in Cambridge. A new bakery opening next week. Tastings at Amphora. Lots of food and drink news, including what's on offer at the Mill Road Winter Fair. … [Read more...]

Matt Bentman and Sue Bailey visit a 1930s-style Shanghai restaurant on Hills Road, go picking fruit, herbs and spices in time for Christmas and explore alternatives to champagne. Plus the latest food news from the City and South Cambs. … [Read more...]