Apley Farm Shop opened its doors to the public on Thursday 31st March 2011 and features, as well as…read morethe farm shop itself, a café and a kids' playbarn. We decided to visit today to check out all three. We had been fortunate enough to be invited to a special pre-opening event at the playbarn a couple of weeks earlier, so we already had an idea what kind of thing to expect. We were not disappointed! As farm shops go, Apley raises the bar and sets a new standard. Housed in beautifully converted original farm buildings it's airy, spacious and very well laid out. I was responsible for trying to keep a sixteen month old in check, so wasn't able to take a close look at much of the produce on sale, but it's generally what you would expect from a high class delicatessen/farm shop, including some more unusual fare, like venison chorizo. Produce is generally locally sourced, including beef and game directly from Apley estate itself. I don't do cafés, as I much prefer pubs, but this café is going to be an exception to that rule. Simple offerings, such as sandwiches, quiches, ploughmans' and so on, but the quality is exceptional. There's a kids' section on the menu, which steers clear of the deep fried stodge you find in far too many places. As you would expect, there's a tempting array of cakes and other sweet treats that all looked good. There's a range of red and white wines as well as the usual teas, coffees and some very nice soft drinks. I would like to see bottled ales available and noticed that they sell a range of local ones from Hobsons and Woods in the shop. A bottle of Town Crier would have slipped down nicely today. The playbarn is currently the final piece in the jigsaw, although I believe that they plan to open a business centre here too. My wife is the expert on playbarns, having been to most of the local ones, but I gather this one is a little different to the rest. Kids' birthday parties are confined to separate, private rooms, which I think is a great idea. The seating area is therefore made up of comfy leather sofas with coffee tables and café style chairs and tables, all for grown ups, with complimentary newspapers and magazines provided. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, soft drinks, ice cream and cakes are sold from the counter. Oh yes, the play section itself... well I enjoyed it, so it must be good! I'm pleased to see there's no ball pit, as I think these are just germ magnets. In summary, I hope nobody reads this review as we would like to keep the place a secret, thank you very much!

First time at this pub. Taken aback by the quality of food and number of real ales. They also have…read moreSan Miguel on draught. Pub not much to look at from outside but worthwhile stopping for a drink at least. Prices are pretty much average for both drinks and food. My wife fancied an Eton Mess which wasn't on the menu. The waitress said they would make one if she wanted! Overall, I would place the quality of food in the "restaurant" bracket, definitely NOT pub grub!

From the owner: The Bluebell Inn has a fantastic reputation for great food and with over 40 main courses, including…read morefood for special diets, there's something for everyone. We also host 2 beer festivals every year.

My boyfriend and I arrived at Davenports around lunch time on a Sunday in early September. We were…read moreon a UK road trip and found Davenports completely by accident and it was a great find! This is a place that you must have reservations. We didn't and we were very lucky to have been given a table. We didn't even need to wait, although the every table was file over the course of our hour visit. The tea room is absolutely charming. We sat side-by-side on a love seat near the dessert case and our tea was served on a rolling cart. We found our spot to be very cozy and it also provided a great vantage point for people (and food) watching. We ate scones and Victoria Sponge Cake with our pot of house blend tea. It was all delicious and I wish that we could have had a more full meal experience. Service was friendly. They were very busy and service was a tad slow, but we didn't mind as this shouldn't have been a rushed experience. Davenports was a great find and if I ever had an occasion to visit the area again, I would definitely go back...with reservations!

We got to the restaurant and were advised they were struggling due to gas issues and thus food…read morewould be ready in an hour. We decided to bite the bullet and order. After 1 hour and 20 minutes we went up to the counter and asked when the food would be ready to which we were informed us that they didn't have an order for the table. After providing confirmation of the order they advised they didn't have any dough left for the garlic bread we had ordered. Not once throughout the time we sat there did anyone check in or advise of any issues with stock. This isn't the first time we have encountered long delays here unfortunately but nothing to this extent.

food was awfull roasties rock hard and burnt / mash was out of a packet / all veg was cold and…read morelooked like it had been there forever gravy was like water / didnt feel clean like it was a while back always called in there if down that way i dont think ill go again food gone down hill

A great cafe located on a quiet farm! As you walk to the cafe, you can hear the sounds of grazing…read morecattle and the baas of roaming sheep. The have great pastries and cakes for breakfast, along with a hearty and filling breakfast and lunch menu. They offer some vegetarian options which are great! I also love that they have paired with a local coffee roasters and offer lovely local coffee which tastes great. It's a great stop for bicyclists, as well as those who want a brunch break. They also have a farm shop in which they sell lovely personal goodies, along with other foods from local businesses!

From the owner: Farm Shop, Cafe, Butchery and Deli in the Heart of Cheshire.read more

Beautiful little country pub with super friendly staff and absolutely fabulous food. Not had…read moreanything here that we didn't absolutely love. They have over 130 gins behind the bar and the owner is a mine of gin related information :-) Really excellent - but get there early to secure a table!

I've been to Bloom twice and each time has been excellent…read more Both times i've stopped by this little sandwich shop around lunch time and ordered from their extensive menu of breakfast items, sandwiches, homemade soups and salads. I've tried their sausage bloom with fried egg and caramelised onions and also their French onion soup and 'The Big Fish' toasted sandwich. These are great - just the perfect amount for lunch. Their coffees are good too. The people who work here are lovely and the service is fast. I can imagine it being the perfect place for a quick take out sandwich. I can't fault Bloom at all, and i'm sure the more time i spend in Nantwich, the more i'll enjoy coming to Bloom.

My usual staple sandwich when I come to Bloom is the NYC, and I have tried the roast chicken and…read morethe bacon bloom, however, this time, I decided to opt for something new and chose the Holy Mackerel (shredded smoked mackerel with lemon and black pepper on a bed of rocket, with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar). When it first arrived I was slightly overwhelmed by the amount of rocket on it, however, it turned out that this worked perfectly with the intense smokiness of the mackerel (and made me feel slightly healthier). The lemon, pepper, and balsamic vinegar added a nice sharpness and complimented the peppery rocket. Also, the locally baked seeded roll was noticeably fresh and delicious. If you decide to dine in at Bloom you also get a little bowl of fresh, homemade coleslaw. This is easily one of the best coleslaws I have ever eaten. It doesn't do anything particularly different to any other 'slaw', but it is sharp and zesty whilst also somehow managing to be creamy and luxurious. The sultanas adding a nice fruity sweetness as well. Overall, Nantwich (and Cheshire) is lucky to have such a fabulous sandwich shop and if I'm in need of a sandwich there aren't many places I would choose over it in the country. Some people have remarked to me that they find Bloom a little pricey (my bill came to £11 for the sandwich above, a coffee and a cold drink). However, although that is slightly more expensive than other similar places in Nantwich, I would rather pay the extra and know that I am getting quality food from locally sourced businesses and suppliers.

Came here on the end of the month Friday party and what a great place to start…read more A great selection of restaurants from Jamaican, burgers, Asian chicken, a great selection of beers and seating area for tons of people. I snack on pork belly and wontons, while we downed quite a few beers, but had excellent service, great atmosphere, a great place to come and eat and walking in old town. Highly recommend.!!!

TL;DR - Another great food hall, and a great addition to the Stockport food scene…read more Food halls seem to be all the rage these days, but this charming hall in Stockport is a real find. Like nearby Mackie Mayor and Altrincham Market, it's an old building which has been beautifully restored. If you've visited either of those sites then you know what to expect - a variety of food and drink vendors around the sides and seating in the middle. Grab a table, note the number and then go order your food. You pay when you order and then someone will bring the food to your table when it's ready. There's a great variety of foods here - pizza, pasta, Indian and Thai when we went - and we had an absolutely amazing Indian themed fried chicken burger topped with an onion bhaji. Absolutely delicious. There's beer and wine available too, plus a tea and coffee stand. I have it on good authority though that some of the beers here are pricier than you'd find in other nearby bars. But that's a minor grumble. For the setting, the food and the atmosphere, the Produce Hall is definitely worth a visit.

As soon as you walk in the door you are immediately greeted by one of the kind wait staff. I…read moreordered the home on the range with scrambled eggs. The pancakes were succulent, the bacon great but a tad salty for my taste. The eggs were cooked to my liking which was great since I prefer hard cooked eggs. It wasn't too crowded but the food took longer than I expected to be brought out.

Such a quirky place but absolutely loved it. From the decor to the food! Happened upon this a e…read moreafter spending the night in Chester. Wanted a restaurant that served something besides eggs for my youngest son. This place absolutely delivered. Great menu and delicious food. A must if you are in Chester for a night or your life!

5 star home cooked cuisine from the Aga, and a bloody great ferret.read more