FOOD + DRINK
KENT ’ S TOP FARM SHOPS CONT .
Holwood Farm Shop
Nestled between the sleepy villages of Keston and Downe , family-run Holwood Farm Shop , aims to bring the very best produce from the Garden of England to everyone who passes by it ’ s beautifully picturesque shop . Passionate about supporting the local community of growers , butchers and makers , Holwood is all about promoting the finest food made by some of the most talented people around . Whatever you are looking for , whether it be freshly caught fish , traditionally reared meat , classic fruit and veg , or recommendations of the best local tipples around , there really is something for everyone here .
If you are a cheese lover then Holwood is a must visit , as it has one of the largest , most extensive cheese counters around ! From classics like halloumi , blue , brie and cheddar to more exotic offerings like Brebirousse d ’ Argental whose French origin guarantees its smooth deliciousness , Comte which is made from unpasteurized cow ' s milk , and the intriguingly named Lancashire Bomb – plus everything in-between !
HOLWOOD FARM SHOP
But the real star of the show is Holwood ’ s butchery , which is staffed by some of the very best and friendliest master butchers around . Sourcing the very finest meats from all over the country – including Scottish Black Angus beef , lamb raised on the grassy banks of Wales , and turkeys reared right on our doorstep here in our very own Kent . Like a traditional village butcher , the butchers here are more than happy to recommend the finest cuts of meat , or have a natter about the best way to prepare and cook your produce if you ’ re a bit unsure .
Holwood also has a cafe running along the top floor of their farm shop , using their own ingredients to create show-stopping breakfasts , lunches and afternoon teas , what more could you want ?
holwoodfarm . co . uk
Frankie ’ s Farmshop at Staplehurst Nurseries
Behind the smiling welcome at Frankie ’ s Farmshop is a story of a hardworking family with true community spirit . Not content with running Staplehurst Nurseries as an independent nursery supplying local garden centres and Covent Garden Flower Market , Frankie and Marcel Franke opened Frankies Farmshop in 2012 . A true family affair incorporating the couple ’ s three children , the farmshop soon became renowned for its freshly baked cakes , fresh tasty coffee and service with a smile , as much as it was for its bounty of local produce stretching from those cakes to local Anno Gin !
FRANKIE ’ S FARMSHOP
The farmshop now boasts an easy to navigate online order portal as well as a beautiful outdoor restaurant , where visitors can not only indulge in classic farm lunches and those legendary cakes , but also brunch , afternoon teas , and ice-cream sundaes too !
www . frankiesfarmshop . co . uk
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