FOOD + DRINK
SPECIAL FEATURE : THE FOOD ISSUE
THERE IS SOMETHING WONDERFULLY SENSUOUS ABOUT REALLY GOOD FOOD . IT DESERVES TO BE SMELLED , TOUCHED , TASTED AND SAVOURED . YES , IT SHOULD LOOK BEAUTIFUL , BUT IT SHOULD TASTE EVEN BETTER , AND IT SHOULD ALWAYS BE MEMORABLE .
We are completely indulged in this epicurean county of ours . In fact , when it comes to food and drink , we can count ourselves among the luckiest in the world . There ’ s wine , beer and spirits galore ; there are succulent cuts of meat ; colourful vegetables bursting with flavour and ripe , juicy fruits . And as for dessert … With the incredible amount of skilled artisans we have living and working in Kent , anyone with a sweet tooth is spoiled for choice .
Of course , it isn ’ t just luck . Yes , we have the perfect terroir for grapes , the ideal soil for fruit and vegetables , and the best farming conditions for beef , pork , lamb and chicken ( alongside other more exotic cuts ), but we also have highly knowledgeable experts who know how to utilise these peerless conditions to achieve unbeatable produce .
Among the county ’ s exceptional chefs , there is an unbelievable amount of skill , tenacity and imagination , that works in perfect harmony with kitchens specialising in locally produced , locally grown and locally sourced ingredients that whet our appetites at every turn . Whether you opt for some refined pub grub , a feast of small plates , or a Michelin-starred fine-dining experience , to treat yourself in Kent is to encounter world-class ingredients all wrapped up in a positive and warm ambience that puts diners first .
When you ’ ve got a simple craving for some fancy fish and chips on the beach as the wind whips your hair and the presence of the salty sea makes each of your senses come alive , you never have to go far in our abundant county . And when it comes to picking up products that have been made with care to relish at home – a tangy chutney , some perfectly aged cheese , a sweet and crumbly pastry , or a bottle of crisp white wine – the passion for the produce that has clearly gone into it makes every mouthful taste even better . You ’ re in Kent ; you ’ re exactly where you need to be .
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