FOOD + DRINK
Canterbury ’ s foodie hotspots do not just come in the form of restaurants , however . Just a stone ’ s throw away from herd . is Canterbury ’ s best eatery and outlet for sampling Kent ’ s famously good homegrown produce : The Goods Shed . A rustic restaurant meets artisan farmers ’ market , this really is a go-to place for any foodie visiting Canterbury . During the daytime , guests can peruse the stalls in this hall that serve the likes of traditionally reared pork chops , local mackerel , bread pulled straight from the oven and vegetables collected that same morning from Kentish farms . With experts on hand , know that you can consult the butcher for cooking advice on how to cook a haunch of Stour Valley venison or which is the best black pudding to buy from Murrays General Stores . The Cheesemakers of Canterbury will also have you filling your basket with their own ‘ Ashmore ’ and other fine cheeses for a board , local juices and homemade pickles . After shopping around for goodies to take home , delight in a scrumptious sandwich from Jonnie Sandwich , or sit down in the restaurant that ’ s perched just above the market and indulge in a gorgeous Sunday lunch .
The seasonal restaurant menu is naturally inspired by local produce and includes the likes of venison , celeriac , black pudding and Kentish cobnuts . If it ’ s just a drink you ’ re after , visit Wild Goose , where you can enjoy hedgerow-inspired cocktails and little dishes .
As well as its historical heritage , culture of arts and delicious dining scene , there are few cities in the UK that offer greater variety when it comes to shopping . Specialist shops of every kind stand side-by-side with all the familiar favourite high street names , many of which can be found in Whitefriars . This includes the glossy Fenwicks Department Store , which boasts some very talented buyers who have extended their skills to the food and drinks department . Expect to find a wondrous array of high-quality products from meticulously sourced brands ; perfect as gifts or simply as a treat for yourself . For those that may be looking for a simple bite to eat after a day spent shopping , there are plenty of cute cafés dotted about the city ’ s streets that will satisfy . One of these is Kitch Café , which serves delicious homemade food made with all natural and whole-grain seasonal
ingredients . Eat guilt-free at Kitch knowing all their dishes are free from refined sugars , refined flour and processing . Famous for their breakfasts , Kitch use fresh free-range meat and eggs from local farms and cook with thought , care and passion . Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the historic high street outside , soak up the sun in the garden or , on cooler days , sit inside cosily watching Canterbury from the window .
If a good cup of coffee is what you ’ re searching for then Canterbury has plenty to offer . One such place can be found on ancient St Margaret ’ s Street , with gorgeous smells of freshly roasted coffee wafting out to tempt passers by through the door . Take our advice and be tempted , this coffee will never disappoint . No matter how you take it and which milk you prefer , a cup of coffee at Micro Roastery will please even the most discerning of coffee connoisseurs . Indulge in a fresh flaky almond croissant for optimum pleasure levels in either the quiet oasis of a garden at the back , or in the beautifully simple and rustic inside that ’ s full of earthy tones , botanical plants and solid wood tables .
THE GOODS SHED
KITCH CAFÉ
MICRO ROASTERY
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