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As I spend most of my working week online, for inspiration, recipes, great resources of information and of course a fine read, I like to surf the many sites around. Below, I have included some of my favourite bloggers & businesses - Enjoy!
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An Essex Dweller who works in London, bringing you the best of both fine worlds. From excellent, straightforward recipes for delectable rustic dishes, to reviews of the many eateries he visits. You can also be sure of some welcome info and tips regarding far flung ingredients that he picks up on his many travels. |
| essexeating.blogspot.com |
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An American lady living in Israel, with a plant biology & biotech background; an interesting and unusual mixture for a fervent foodie you may think? Well let me tell you, Sarah Melamed (author of Foodbridge) brings alive the regional cuisines, culture & history of Israel, as well as further a field, with some beautiful recipes, photographs and informative, interesting prose. |
| www.sarahmelamed.com |
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Founded by Polly & Tim Robinson, the Suffolk based Food Safari run various Food & Drink based 'experiences' giving you behind-the-scenes access to some of Suffolk's best loved food and drink producers. From a Catch & Cook day to a hands-on Vineyard Tour. These days and workshops are a celebration of fine, local seasonal ingredients and 'field to fork' living. I've been on one - loved it! |
| www.foodsafarisuffolk.blogspot.com |
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A native 'Swede' living in the UK. 'Swedish Mike' brings to you a fabulous blog following his many foodie escapades. His recipes are straightforward, simple and very tasty. The Swedish influence shines through beautifully bringing you some different and delicious food combinations to try. He is also a gadget fan & good for a rant, much to my pleasure. |
| www.freestylecookery.com |
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I am a great fan of the 'Food Urchin' blog. The London based author manages to bring together passionate home cooking, fabulous seasonal recipes, allotmenteering and restaurant experimentation in a seamless and humourous way. Informative, Interesting and fun would be words I would use to describe this food lovers blog. |
| foodurchin.blogspot.com |
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Ooh look, it's me! Ok, I am cheating by shamelessly promoting myself on my website, although it is my site, so I can do as I wish. Now, I don't get to blog much, and everyone else listed on this page has a more impressive blog than me, although don't let that deter you from taking a look - sympathetic comments are always welcome. |
| www.essexgourmet.co.uk/blog/ |
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John is a Brit man who has worked and lived around the world, now choosing to reside in the vibrant Barcelona. His blog is a true depiction of his passion for good, simple and straightforward fresh food and fabulous drink. He provides some excellent recipes, tips and tricks, as well as interesting insights and explanations of all things foodie. |
| johnonfood.com |
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The Longpier blog is written by James Harrod, a full time journalist for the BBC. James covers all aspects of news, sports events and general happenings in Southend, and the surrounding areas. You can keep up to date and be entertained by following this informative and regularly updated local blog. |
| longpier.blogspot.com |
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Anjeli brings us a true taste of the Caribbean on her blog, as well as an insight into her childhood growing up in Jamaica. A fabulous foodie read with some excellent home cooked recipe ideas for modern, classic and fusion Caribbean food, not to mention some potent and flavour packed punches and drinks; a delight to read. |
| mycaribbeanfood.com |
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As the name suggests, Simon really does love food. The 'Said Simon to the Pieman' blog is written by Simon Jury, a local Essex man with a passion for good food. He shares with us his many culinary experiments, recipes and restaurant visits, in both Essex and London; a good indepth read for the foodie enthusiast. |
| simonlovesfood.wordpress.com |
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Mike Lock, the author of 'The Ordinary Chef' is a magician of marinades and a lover of good food. Mike's blog brings to you some excellent straightforward recipes, a glimpse into his family life and also his mind. His family Chinese recipes & marinades are inspirational. A refreshingly honest 'life & food' blog. Don't forget to download his cook book whilst you are there - some fabulous recipes await. |
| mikelok.spaces.live.com |
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The Wine Maestro, Brett, shares with you his abundant passion for superb wines, travel and sometimes - when he gets a chance to eat - food. With over forty years of wine expertise, Brett is the real Grandmaster of wine, with a wit as exotic, fragrant and dry as a good Viognier. A wine club, wine tasting's & education are amongst the services he provides, both local and further a field. |
| www.thewinemaestro.co.uk |
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Linda, the author of 'With Knife and Fork' is a self-confessed food obsessive, sharing her time between London and Suffolk. However I would label her more of an 'experimenter' and local good food enthusiast. From home bread making & baking to delicious simple recipes and mind blowing alcoholic concoctions, you will find it all here in a 'warts and all' format - great. |
| www.withknifeandfork.com |
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