The best places to eat, stay, shop and visit in the South West

The Food Lifestyle edit

Each month we reveal our new favourite discoveries – from must-buy artisan products to events and openings.

The March edit

vintage ceramics
*Deep sigh*. This Devon studio, gallery and shop is run by a couple with a good eye for unique finds and vintage treasures.
notebook
Calling all stationery magpies! These gorgeous Seasons of Gratitude passport-size notebooks are a stylish solution for printing-paper offcuts.
candle
We stopped in our tracks when entering a shop that was burning La Luna's stunning Evening candle. We snapped up two on the spot and recommend you do the same.
cheese
Kudos to Somerset's White Lake for scooping the Super Gold Award at the World Cheese Awards with this beauty, a creamy-yet-tangy pyramid of unpasteurised sheep's milk cheese.
spa
Mid-March sees the long-awaited opening of a spa at this charming Bath hotel. We've been promised a haven of wellbeing and tranquility – no pressure Team Francis.
pottery
Get down to Falmouth, there's a new and exciting potter in town. Louis Domville-Musters' creations are snapped up at a lightning pace, so get on that mailing list or even better, visit his studio IRL.
charcuterie
This new small-batch regenerative charcuterie brand produces the tastiest cuts from heritage-breed pigs that were reared organically. Sign up to its mailing list for deets of its next pop-up.
choclate
Organic, vegan, refined-sugar free and handcrafted in Bristol, warm up the palate for Easter with these beautiful choc treats.
nolo beer
Craft attitude with punchy artwork and big flavours – this Bath brewery proves alc-free beer can still be juicy, hazy and delish.

Previous months

The Curator coffee
Enjoy a February fling with Tirra, the new fruity release from Totnes' speciality coffee roastery. The Costa Rican coffee reveals sugary sweetness, grapefruit-like clarity and a chocolatey finish.
Portal Pizza
Grab a slice at Portal Pizza's third – and newest – site in Exeter, located next to Central Train Station.
Kit & Kee
Nearly weds, take note! This Axminster catering company specialises in seasonal, sustainable feasts. Its picture-perfect Instagram speaks for itself.
Brindiwell
Our resident wine expert Jane Rakison has just alerted us to this new chemical-free Devon wine brand.
Roake hot water bottle
This Isle of Wight studio crafts all manner of gorgeous slow-fashion pieces. Even its quilted hot water bottles are giving cold-weather chic.
Zaleika Anna Jewellery
If two-tone, minimal-chic jewellery is your vibe, check out the stunning creations by this Cornwall maker.
Gurt Lush Food Co granola
The Valentine's-edition granola from this Bristol brand has got our pulses racing. It's a combo of macadamia, white chocolate and strawberry. Swoon.
Hall's Honey
A lip-smacking blend of Spring Soft Set and Autumn Heather honey. Slather the Devonshire nectar on buttered toast – or scoff a spoonful straight from the jar.
Food Lifestyle work aprons
Our one-size, 100% heavy cotton work apron is perfect for cooking, gardening and crafting. Did we mention it's also only £15? Run, don't walk.