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Superflashy, newsflash
Want to know all about the latest opening in Rutland, where to go for theatrical cocktails and all the goss on Hotel Brooklyn? It's all here!
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BEST DESSERT BARS
We’re going beyond starters and main course and looking for a late-night sugar fix. Here's where to indulge your sweet tooth locally.
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FOODIE NEWSFLASH
From a Jamaican plant-based menu to a stylish new restaurant plus, fancy your cheese and chutney with a side of stationery goodness? Well feast your eyes on these hot local openings.
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Review: Wild Thyme & Honey, Ampney Crucis
Cotswolds corker! Brand new for this year and showing all the honey-stoned charms you'd expect of an historic 16th century inn (with some multi-million pound mod-cons), read on and book in. You'll love it.
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Muddy checks into Stapleford Park
Stapleford Park is a stunning, peaceful period property in Melton Mowbray, but what's it like as a getaway? Muddy checked in with the fam to find out.
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12 ways to celebrate Mother’s Day
From a gin and tonic afternoon tea, to a Mother's Day Spring wreath workshop, just a few ways to treat your mum this Mother's Day.
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51 brilliant afternoon teas to book now
Celebrate spring with clotted cream and dainty sarnies! We've found 51 of the best afternoon teas across the Muddy counties. But you'd better book 'em fast — here today, scone tomorrow.
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Review: The Hare & Hounds, nr Newbury
A little bit of country, a little bit of rock 'n' roll. The Hare and Hounds is a boutique inn with 30 stylish rooms, fuss-free food and a focus on fun - Muddy Berkshire editor Rachel checks in.
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FLIPPING FABULOUS! WHERE TO EAT THIS PANCAKE DAY
Still can't perfect your pancakes? Then save yourself the time and hassle and head to one of these local spots where you can stack 'em up high and dive right in. Trust us, the kids will love it too!
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52 roasts with the most across the Muddy counties
Why bother basting potatoes with goose fat when this lot do it so much better? Grab your gang and head to one of these gorgeous gastropubs across the Muddy counties.
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Top Gastropubs 2022 revealed
Find out which of our Rutland and Leicestershire local pubs made the cut.
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Healthy Local Eats
Love eating out but want to try and cut down on the calories? Eat out or order in from one of these top-notch eateries without feeling guilty.
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The restaurants you need to try this year
Want the lowdown on where to be eating locally? Here's our pick of the best places to eat in 2022!
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7 cool places to enjoy Veganuary 2022
Are you taking on the veganuary challenge this year? Eat out at one of these cool and quirky local spots for a vegan fix you won't regret and support local indie businesses at the same time!
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Your festive guide to the big smoke this Christmas
Eat, drink, and be merry in the capital this festive season with our holly jolly hitlist. From glam pop-ups and glittering fairgrounds to cocktails and carols, here's the best of the best.
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Best beaches in the South & South West
Heading south for the summer? Then you'll be needing our guide to the 18 best beaches including the inside line on the best activities, foodie joints and sundowner spots.
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Try this light but warming spring supper
Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall's healthy take on this Scottish fish soup makes for a quick and hearty but healthy supper that's perfect for cool spring evenings.
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Comforting classics from The Pie Room
Ooh, is there anything more satisfying than good flaky pastry? These two tasty recipes from Calum Franklin's new cookbook The Pie Room are just the ticket.
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Asian-inspired healthy dinners for reboot February
January didn't quite live up to your healthy living expectations? Cosy food doesn't have to come at the cost of health. Try these tasty plant-based recipes made with warming ginger and miso.
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48 Mother’s Day afternoon teas that deliver
Can't give mum a hug? This is a close second: tiny sandwiches, a lot of clotted cream, and an optional bottle of fizz. Here are the 48 best afternoon teas for delivery and takeaway around the country.
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Fast and filling recipes for Feb
No time/energy to cook (let alone make it healthy)? Don't worry, we've got you. Here are two low-effort, speedy suppers under 500 calories to feel good about.
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40 of the best indie coffee roasters
Can't function without your morning brew? Try one of these delicious artisan blends, from indie coffee roasters across the Muddy counties, to kickstart your day with a caffeine boost.
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Launch review: The Pig, Harlyn Bay, Cornwall
On its opening day, Muddy's ed-in-chief Hero Brown was the first to eat lunch at the brand new Pig hotel in Harlyn Bay (what a trooper!). So what was the verdict - and is it worth a trip to North Cornwall?
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Provençal fougasse with green and black olives
Lockdown is the perfect time to get to grips with our favourite chewy loaf: sourdough. Ready, set, bake with this savoury share-and-tear number (you can skip the sharing bit if you like).
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Restaurants with rooms
Dreaming of a foodie getaway? We've scoured the Muddy counties for hotel stays with serious culinary credentials for when lock-down lifts. Tuck in.
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The best brunch in town
The most lipsmackingly indulgent meal of the day and we have 47 of the best ones to tempt you with, from vegan to full English, flat white to green detox. Just add friends and a hangover.