Cumbria's Finest - Simply Hibi
A type of hibiscus grown by Ugandan subsistence farmers is being turned into a unique drink created by a father and son team from north Cumbria
Cumbria Life Dining Club
Cumbria Life Dining Club was formed 10 years ago to encourage people from all walks of life to enjoy the best menus at some of the finest restaurants in Cumbria with like-minded diners.
Restaurants - The George and Dragon at Clifton
Charles Lowther has turned the historic George and Dragon at Clifton near Penrith, into a showcase for produce from his family's estate.
A pint with a point
Beer writer Jeff Pickthall asks why small breweries can't sell to the pub down the road
Cumbria's finest - Kendal college
Live video and webcasts and a trendy 'bachelor pad' demonstration kitchen are among the high-tech teaching aids benefiting catering students thanks to a multi-million pound upgrade at Kendal College. Michaela Robinson-Tate reports
Meet The Producer
Martin Reynolds runs Burbush's of Penrith with his wife, Melanie. The company has been in existence for 22 years and Martyn and Melanie took over nearly four years ago. They produce a wide range of pies, pates and cooked meats.
Food and Drink Picture Gallery
Food and Drink picture gallery
From the newly opened George and Dragon to Underscar, view more pictures of Cumbria's finest produce taken by our Cumbria Life photographers from around the region. Click on the headline to open the gallery and browse through our mouth-watering pictures The Guide
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