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Banker invests in a farming future

Peter Bates of Partridge Farm, Templeton, feeding some of his pigs OLIVER SANDERS EE271108_OS02_01

Saturday, January 03, 2009

THE lucrative salary, sharp suits and high-powered role of an investment banker isn't necessarily for everyone — as Peter Bates, from London, discovered.

Three years ago Peter, 50, decided to leave his job and move to the country to become a farmer.

He now...

Pub now more than just a watering hole thanks to Thai food

A cosy place GARETH WILLIAMS EE281108_GW06_06

Saturday, December 27, 2008

THE Jolly Porter, on St David's Hill opposite Exeter's main railway station, is no longer just a stop-off pub for those who have time to kill...

Leftovers can make delicious dishes and help cut food waste

Chef Mark Dodson with his Christmas leftovers dish, turkey, gammon and potato gillett MATT MINSHULL EE041208_MM07_06

Monday, December 22, 2008

EVERY year, an estimated 230,000 tons of festive food is simply thrown away. Nationally, about a third of all the food we buy ends up being...

Warm welcome awaits with traditionally tasty pub grub

The Clifton Inn's landlord, Simon Welland, with the traditional favourites that tempt customers back for more MATT MINSHULL EE021208_MM05_03

Saturday, December 13, 2008

THIS traditional pub in the heart of Newtown, Exeter, offers a variety of homemade lunches, set at very reasonable prices. The Clifton Inn, a...

Top quality birds a seasonal treat

Saturday, December 06, 2008

TURKEY is the quintessential ingredient for a traditional Christmas dinner, and farmer Jason Milton thinks his free-range turkeys are some of...

Specialist markets to bring more variety to your festive shopping

Rose Ashton, at Foodeaze, in Exeter, which will be organising a special Jamie Oliver Christmas Party Cook-Off OLIVER SANDERS EE141008_OS02_02

Wednesday, December 03, 2008

INDULGING in delicious food and drink is a big part of Christmas, and this year a variety of festive markets and events will help you on your...

Traditional dishes with modern twists at boutique eatery

Owner Mark Pulman holds a red wine poached pear with rice pudding GARETH WILLIAMS EE211108_GW06_01

Saturday, November 29, 2008

THERE is no stopping The Green Door restaurant in Woodbury. The boutique eatery just outside Exeter has been granted a fresh lease of life...

Traditional farm looking to future

Leica Lucas-Ridge, holding her daughter Holly, 11 months, has taken over Lakehead Farm from her dad John Lucas EE151008_MM02_05

Saturday, November 22, 2008

TRADITIONAL, family-run Lakehead Farm in Chulmleigh produces everything from pork, lamb and beef to eggs, vegetables and soft fruit. Set over...

No kidding! Goat's milk is a wonderful alternative to cow's

Jane Vile has been running her dairy goat business for 30 years. The untreated goat's milk is ideal for people who can't tolerate cow's milk, while the meat is low in cholesterol OLIVER SANDERS EE151008_OS04_04

Saturday, November 08, 2008

THE pastures of the Blackdown Hills are home to Janvil Dairy Farm's herd of pedigree goats. The small goat farm in Upottery, near Honiton,...

Popular city centre pub is also a great spot for a light bite

Frances Scrivener with her dad, Richard Scrivener, ready to enjoy some of the deli sandwiches available at The Angel pub in Queen Street MATT MINSHULL EE311008_MM01_02

Saturday, November 01, 2008

WITH its friendly atmosphere, premium spirits and good selection of wines, The Angel is already established as a popular city-centre watering...

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Banker invests in a farming future

Pub now more than just a watering hole thanks to Thai food

Leftovers can make delicious dishes and help cut food waste

Warm welcome awaits with traditionally tasty pub grub

Top quality birds a seasonal treat

Specialist markets to bring more variety to your festive shopping

Traditional dishes with modern twists at boutique eatery

Traditional farm looking to future

No kidding! Goat's milk is a wonderful alternative to cow's

Popular city centre pub is also a great spot for a light bite

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