FOOD + DRINK
SOWN TO SERVED
AWASH WITH CENTURIES-OLD FARMLAND, HISTORICAL ORCHARDS AND ROLLING VINEYARDS THAT HAVE LONG PRODUCED THE MOST DELICIOUS INGREDIENTS, OUR BLOSSOMING GARDEN OF ENGLAND’ S ROOTS REMAIN FIRMLY PLANTED IN AGRICULTURAL EXCELLENCE. TODAY, AS MORE RESTAURANTS, CAFÉS AND CULINARY VISIONARIES STRIVE TO UNITE THE OPPOSITE ENDS OF THE FOOD CHAIN FOR TRULY SCRUMPTIOUS RESULTS, KENT’ S EVER-BOOMING FOOD STORY IS INDEED SOMETHING TO BE CELEBRATED.
Shaped by our rich and historic farming heritage, but offering a firm promise of our innovative and connective culinary future, Kent’ s field-to-fork dining scene has never been more productive or more delicious.
Striving to shorten the gap between organic farmlands and tasty plates of goodness through expansive kitchen gardens, onsite farm restaurants and local market hubs, our county’ s array of passionate chefs and foodie creators are going straight to the source to create exceptional, community-focused gastronomic experiences where diners can relish in the true joy of flourishing farm fare.
Vowing to prioritise sustainability, transparency and integrity above all, while never sacrificing on the all-important taste, these kitchen crafters’ expertly curated dishes burst with the freshest of ingredients, often grown just metres away, and support a wealth of Kentish producers( and in turn our local economy) more than ever before.
Whether you’ re seeking a classic mouthwatering dish abound with community spirit following a farm ramble and a Kentish pantry stock-up, or are in search of a fine-dining fix that ticks every box when it comes to delectable pairings, honest ingredients and groundbreaking gourmet flair, take the opportunity to taste the county’ s astounding storytelling flavours at their very best. We promise, there’ s no fulfillment quite like it.
FARM SHOPS WITH FLAVOUR
Quex Barn, Birchington quexbarn. com
Passionate about showcasing the fruits of the productive and fertile land that surrounds them, this picturesque barn nestled within the historic Quex Park estate has fed the local community with all things fresh and fine for over 15 years. Complete with a butchery, delicatessen, wet fish stall, bakery, florist, coffee shop and restaurant, all housed in a splendid traditional barn that provides a delightful setting in which to shop, Quex beckons visitors to stock and savour a curated selection of goods. Think everything from Thanet’ s top crops and crusty loaves produced by their skilled baker to diverse cheeses from the deli counter, handmade sausages from the prided butchery and delicate Dover sole from the fishmonger.
While the quaint coffee shop is on hand for a tasty Lost Sheep brew and a slice of cake, open seven days a week is the barn’ s praised restaurant which serves up a host of traditional British dishes and breakfast favourites. With a warm welcome and delicious farm fare promised alongside Sunday lunches and handmade pizzas, Quex’ s expansive offerings are sure to be a hit with every member of the family.
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