After 13 years of turning out “brilliant” and “stylish” (if “pretentious”) dishes, Alan Murchison has finally announced he is to quit L’Ortolan in Berkshire. One-time owner of the famous Shinfield restaurant, Murchison stayed on as executive chef after his company sold the place last year. Alan Murchison Restaurants Ltd – part of the rather ill-conceived 10 in […]

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We’ve teamed up with the good people of River Cottage to offer you the chance to win a foodie experience to remember in gorgeous East Devon. This tasty little morsel of a competition is for one lucky winner, who will be catered for as only River Cottage know how! The winner will receive a ticket for the River Cottage Experience, […]

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You’ve read all our picks for the best places to eat seafood on England’s beautiful South West coast, now here’s your chance to win a fabulous Devon stay-cation. One lucky Harden’s reader (and their guest) will be heading off to the picturesque seaside village of Shaldon where they will be treated to a three course […]

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