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 February edit

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.
Zaleika Anna Jewellery
If two-tone, minimal-chic jewellery is your vibe, check out the stunning creations by this Cornwall maker.
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.
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.
Kit & Kee
Nearly weds, take note! This Axminster catering company specialises in seasonal, sustainable feasts. Its picture-perfect Instagram speaks for itself.
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.
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.
Portal Pizza
Grab a slice at Portal Pizza's third – and newest – site in Exeter, located next to Central Train Station.
Brindiwell
Our resident wine expert Jane Rakison has just alerted us to this new chemical-free Devon wine brand.

Previous months

wool socks
Equal parts comfy and cute, these woollen socks from Bath's BIBICO were made for snug nights lounging around the house.
knitwear
Nail all the winter wardrobe goals - style, warmth, practicality - with this cosy cardi, crafted in Somerset using premium British wool.
miso
A must-try miso with a hint of sweetness, Sumikichi's chickpea version is committed to producing authentic Japanese miso using organic ingredients and natural spring water from the Mendip Hills.
These decadent small-batch chocs are made from 100% natural ingredients and fine single estate cacaos, letting each bean’s natural flavours shine.
christmas pudding
Brimming with spice and plump fruit, this classic Christmas pudding is the perfect finale to any festive meal.
stationery
Up your Christmas game – from wrapping to gifts – with luxe hand-marbled accessories from Dorset.
whisky
Golden in the glass and silky on the palate, this English rye whiksy oozes flaky pastry, caramel and butter flavours. Mmmm.
rucksack
Bag a beautiful rucksack for life, designed and constructed in Cornwall. Such perfection can take three weeks to craft, so order now to avoid any last-minute scramble.
festive afternoon tea
Pinch-me festive feasting at luxurious Bovey Castle is top of our swanky-outing list this winter, whether it's private dining for a family jolly or afternoon tea with festive delicacies.