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About cwildman

Local Food Evangelist, 5th Generation Butcher based in the Yorkshire Dales, England. Town End Farm Shop, Artisan Butchery & Charcuterie, Home of The Yorkshire Chorizo.

The Bull at Broughton, Skipton

The Bull at Broughton reopens on Saturday the 20th June 2009 after refurbishment by Ribble Valley Inns and the expert eye of Nigel Haworth (BBC Great British Menu).   The Bull will become the fourth pub in the Ribble Valley fold, … Continue reading

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Black and Blue Stuffed Pork Loin

After the Take 3 chefs event at Settle thought I had to try the recipe demonstrated by Richard Wallbank from Ravenous, I’m not sure my attempt looked as professional as his but it was very very tasty all the same! … Continue reading

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Take 3 Chefs – Settle

Take 3 Chefs made a return visit to Settle Victoria Hall on Wednesday the 13th of May, organised by Settle Festival a full house were treated to a variety of menus from 3 local chefs – Richard Wallbank from Ravenous, … Continue reading

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Skipton Beer Festival

Visited the 3rd Annual Skipton Beer Festival on Friday 24th April 2009 and it was big and very busy. 60 cask ales were stacked in the beer hall including several mild’s and a full selection of hand pulled Timothy Taylor’s … Continue reading

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Asparagus Tips!

I love asparagus but the all too short asparagus season in the UK only runs from Mid April to Mid June so make the most of it! Asparagus Tips! Buy & eat as fresh as possible for the best taste … Continue reading

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Dinner at The Angel Inn, Hetton

Surprise dinner for the birthday girl last night at The Angel Inn, Hetton, Nr Skipton, Yorkshire Dales. The last few times we have been to the Angel have been for bar meals and the service has been disappointing but we … Continue reading

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Queens Arms, Litton

Went up to The Queens Arms in Littondale on the request of the eldest son for tea.  He did want to try the George at Hubberholme but on telephoning for opening hours we established that it was fully booked.  The … Continue reading

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8 Elite Yorkshire Sausages

The taste test of 8 elite sausages.  A selection of fantastic sausages from Gordon Atkinson at Elite Meats in Starbeck, Harrogate, North Yorkshire.  The family gathered around to conduct a sausage taste test of the following flavours:- Prime Yorkshire Pork … Continue reading

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The Dales Festival of Food & Drink

Paganum will be at the Dales Festival of Food held at Leyburn in the Heart of Wensleydale 2009 Festival Dates: 2nd, 3rd & 4th May 10:00am to 5:00pm daily please call in and say hello and mention you read the … Continue reading

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The Poached Egg Experiment

Having read a few articles recently about “how to cook the perfect poached egg” one in particular stood out, it suggested  using cling film, I thought I should try it out! Take a cup or ramekin and let the cling … Continue reading

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