Cornwall's Clotted Cream Sales Soar as Visitors Flock to the Region

Cornwall's Trewithen Dairy is witnessing a 'remarkable' surge in clotted cream sales, which is great news for the dairy and farming industry in the county of Cornwall.

Despite July being one of the dampest in recent years, visitors are still flocking to the region. According to Visit Cornwall, over five million people visit the county every year during the annual summer holidays. 

This is a welcome boost and a veritable boon for the region's producers as the demand for food in the region skyrockets. 

At the heart of this lies a love for a traditional cream tea. Freshly baked scones adorned with jam and rich clotted cream are a must-have treat and at Trewithen Dairy sales are soaring.

During the peak summer months between May and September, Trewithen Dairy plans to produce an amazing 55.77 tonnes of their renowned clotted cream in various formats, including 56g, 114g, 200g, and 400g pots. 

This volume alone would equate to almost 100,000 cream teas with an estimated 10 million more cream teas expected to be consumed through Trewithen's business providing clotted cream into other retailers.

That's an enormous number of people consuming authentic Trewithen Dairy Cornish clotted cream that bears the all important and vital PDO stamp. This stands for Protected Designation of Origin and means that it is produced, processed and prepared in Cornwall using recognised methods or skills. It's genuine, delicious Cornish clotted cream made with milk from cows which are raised and grazed by farmers who are very passionate about their health and welfare. High quality, Cornish milk creates the very best tasting clotted cream.

One of Trewithen Dairy's partners, farmer Matt Rowe of Tredinnick Farm, plays a vital role in helping meet the demand. During the peak holiday season milk production at his farm increases by 20% with more milk sold in August and September than any other time of the year. 

Matt said: “Everybody loves a cream tea and its brilliant. We aim our profile to fit a 20% increase during the summer to cope with the demand in Cornwall. We try and maximise our returns so at this time of year we do produce more milk for the tourists.

“We're lucky to live and work in such a beautiful part of the world, with clotted cream made from cows all raised and grazed in Cornwall, a delicious reminder of our county.”

Francis Clarke, a director of Trewithen Dairy, said: “It's always lovely to see so many people coming to Cornwall for their holidays, and it's wonderful to know our clotted cream holds a very special place in the hearts of those who visit us. 

"Even after they return home, people want to enjoy the taste of Cornwall, and that's great news for our business and Cornwall's dairy farmers, who work hard to provide the finest milk for our cherished products.”

As the demand for clotted cream hits its peak, Trewithen Dairy is very proud to showcase the versatility of this indulgent treat. Beyond the classic cream tea, clotted cream enhances a wide range of summer recipes, from sweet to savoury. 

And as Cornwall continues to flourish as a top holiday destination, Trewithen Dairy's clotted cream will continue to provide a delicious reminder of a region that is loved by so many. And when the holiday season is over, Trewithen Dairy sales of clotted cream continue to remain robust through its online shop with people buying their cream teas online reminding them of sublime days in Cornwall, all year round.

Please check out the dairy here https://www.trewithendairy.co.uk.

Fallowfields restaurant Unveils 'Jewels of the English Sun' Set Menu

A leading and innovative Cornish restaurant is aiming to keep things fresh for summer with its latest menu update which is  called 'Jewels of the English Sun' which launched earlier this week.

Fallowfields, located within the Housel Bay hotel on the Lizard Peninsula, has updated its tasting menu with an assortment of summer-inspired dishes aimed at giving its guests and diners a taste of some of the best the season has on offer.

Commenting on the menu, Head Chef Joseph Fallowfield said: “At Fallowfields, we focus on delivering the best locally-sourced seasonal dishes which means regular menu updates are required as we chop and change the ingredients we use as the seasons develop and change.

“Now we're full swing into the sunny months, we felt that we wanted the menu to showcase a selection of ingredients that range from beloved summer favourites to some unique flavour options exclusive to our location. Our goal is to leave diners yearning for just one more bite!"

He went on to say: “We create our dishes from the ground up, focusing closely on several key ingredients; with this approach, nothing beats fresh, seasonal and locally sourced.”

The 'Jewels of the English Sun' tasting menu features a variety of dishes, examples of which include:

Miniature sea lettuce loaf with whipped dulce butter

Cornish mozzarella with heritage tomato, thyme, peach sorbet and peach ash

Lobster & prawn bisque with carrot, ginger, Fowey mussels and saffron

Cucumber tart with berries, pistachio macaroon and basil

Joseph added: “The reception we've had from diners at Fallowfields continues to blow us away. We're in an isolated location on the very tip of the coast and to see increasing numbers who are making their way down just to try our food is really fantastic for us.”

The new menu joins another recent change to the hotel's food offering, Seafood Sundays, which swaps out the more usual traditional Sunday roast for something a little more coastal-inspired with a selection of lobster and seafood dishes taking the spotlight.

The full tasting menu is £65 per person or £110 with paired wines. The short tasting menu is £45 per person or £70 with paired wines.

Fallowfields is open from Wednesday to Saturday evenings with bookings available from 6pm – 8.30pm.

The 'Jewels of the English Sun' tasting menu is available now at Fallowfields. Reservations can be made online via https://www.houselbay.com/eat-drink.

Sustainable and Creative Deli, Sabzi, Reveals Plans to Open Two New Cornish Locations

Famed Cornish Deli and Kitchen, Sabzi, known for its innovative and very tasty daily menus showcasing simple and affordable ingredients, will open two new locations in Padstow and Nansledan this summer.

With a focus on quality, humble ingredients, making great food accessible, and promoting Cornish employment, Sabzi's expansion will positively impact both locals and tourists.

Sabzi, which currently has sites in Truro and Falmouth, was founded by chef Kate Attlee.

“At Sabzi, we believe quality ingredients and affordability should go hand in hand,” said Kate.

“We are very excited to bring our concept of innovative, daily-changing dishes to Padstow and Nansledan, celebrating the art of creativity and seasonality with our food. By championing sustainable practices and creating employment opportunities for the local community, we aim to make Sabzi a cornerstone of the ever-growing South West food scene.”

Renowned for its vibrant culinary scene and picturesque harbour, Padstow welcomes Sabzi to its extensive food and drink landscape. 

Nestled in the very heart of the town, the new deli is on Duke Street, and is due to open on August First, will offer a fresh and totally unique array of budget-friendly, healthy, and delicious food options made with quality, seasonal produce.

Visitors can expect a daily-changing menu of takeaway and dine-in dishes that showcase Sabzi's creativity and commitment to getting the most flavour from every ingredient.

Kate went on to say: “Padstow is a town dominated by fantastic, and extremely well-known, male chefs. As a mixed race woman who grew up in Cornwall, trained at Michelin Star level in service, honed my chefing skills on Masterchef and has now opened my own food business, I take great pride in helping to diversify the culinary landscape. Sabzi's journey is not about competing, but rather adding a unique flavour to this vibrant town as well as encouraging other female chefs to challenge the status quo.”

The Nansledan development, located on the outskirts of Newquay, provides an ideal setting for Sabzi's fourth establishment, opening in September. Known for its sustainable practices and community-focused ethos, Nansledan aligns perfectly with the deli's core values. 

The Nansledan location will offer eat-in and takeaway options at an everyday price point without compromising on either quality or flavour. Customers can look forward to a variety of creative dishes, plus a vibrant restaurant that will surely act as a vibrant, lively hub within the community.

Sabzi takes great pride in supporting the local community by providing progressive employment opportunities. With the opening of the new locations, Sabzi will be creating new job opportunities for Cornish residents, as well as promoting from within and encouraging long term careers within the hospitality industry.

For more information, visit www.sabzideli.co.uk.

Cornish Clifftop Hotel Launches Special Summer Package Offer

The boutique Housel Bay hotel is dramatically perched on the cliff's edge on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall. And it's is now offering its Taste of the Season package during the summer months due to exceptional demand.

The Taste of the Season package, which skilfully combines a three-night stay at the hotel with an expertly curated bounty of local, seasonal food and delectable drinks at the hotel's on-site restaurants, has previously run throughout spring, autumn, and winter. 

The latest offer named 'Taste of the Summer' is the first time the package is now available throughout the months of July, August and September.

General Manager, Alfred Mesropians said: “A stay at Housel Bay is all about slowing down and taking time to unwind and get back to nature, something our fantastic location on the coast makes very easy for our guests.

“We are very fortunate that our location shines no matter which season we're in, but summer is a particularly special time as guests can make the most of walking the South West Coast Path or swimming in the sea at Housel Bay, both at the bottom of our garden, or a peaceful yoga session in our new yoga studio.”

In an isolated position on the southernmost tip of the UK, Housel Bay hotel is surrounded by nature and sits mere metres from the wild Lizard coastline and secluded Housel Bay beach.

Commenting on the Fallowfields tasting menu included in the package, Head Chef Joseph Fallowfield said: “I'm delighted to include our brand new summer tasting menu, Jewels of the English Sun, in the package which will give guests a fantastic opportunity to experience the amazing local produce we have in Cornwall, as well as some unique combinations that they might never may have tried before.

“The Fallowfields tasting menu changes every six weeks, so each Taste of the Season package will include a different menu which is specifically tailored to that season to enable guests to capture the true essence of each season.”

The Taste of Summer package is running from now until September 20, 2023. Prices start from £428 for a single guest and £610 for two guests, sharing.

Guests staying at the hotel on a bed and breakfast basis can treat themselves to the long or short version of the Jewels of the English Sun tasting menu with or without paired wines at the hotel's two-rosette restaurant, Fallowfields, as it extends its opening hours to include Wednesdays throughout the summer months. Dishes include Cornish mozzarella with heritage tomato, thyme, peach sorbet and peach ash, and lobster and prawn bisque with carrot, ginger, Fowey mussels and saffron.

The hotel is also currently running its seafood-themed Sunday lunch menu, appropriately named 'Seafood Sundays', consisting of a local Cadgwith lobster and a variety of other seafood dishes, sides and desserts.

For more information on Housel Bay Hotel's Taste of the Summer package please visit https://www.houselbay.com/events/taste-the-season.

Indulge in Wimbledon-Inspired Delights With Trewithen Dairy's Limited Edition Pimms Cornish Cream Tea Hamper for Two and Two New Recipes

Cornish dairy Trewithen Dairy has presented a quintessential English cream tea experience.

Indulge in Wimbledon-Inspired delights with their limited edition Pimms Cornish Cream Tea Hamper for two.

Trewithen Dairy Pimm’s Cornish Cream Tea Hamper for two -  at a RRP £24.49 - www.trewithendairy.co.uk 

Why not immerse yourself in the true essence of Wimbledon, whether you're captivated by the on-court action or enjoying the tournament from the comfort of your own sofa or recliner, with the perfect serving of strawberries and cream. 

Trewithen Dairy is offering customers a delicious and exclusive limited edition summer hamper, designed to delight all aficionados of a quintessentially English cream tea. With the rich heritage of Cornwall woven into each and every product, this is a true celebration of wonderful English culinary traditions.

Inside the carefully curated hamper, you’ll discover a selection of premium products which will include Trewithen Dairy’s delicious and award-winning golden crusted clotted cream, four fluffy scones (plain, fruit or gluten-free), a pot of Cornish strawberry jam, The Cornish Tea Company’s tea bags or Cornish Ground Coffee and two cans of Pimms for an extraordinarily delicious  cream tea experience. Extra Pimms cans and a special Wimbledon Guest Towel can also be purchased as optional extras.

Adding an extra taste of summer, Trewithen Dairy has collaborated with the Cornish summer cup company, Pocketful of Stones, to create two new and exclusive recipes. You'll be captivated by the burst of summer flavours in their summer cup scones and no-churn summer cup clotted cream ice cream, perfectly complementing the cream tea ensemble. (That's Food and Drink has already published that recipe!)

Indulge in the spirit of Wimbledon, savour the delights of Trewithen Dairy's limited edition summer hamper, and experience the pinnacle of a English cream tea affair while enjoying Wimbledon.

Summer cup scones

Light and refreshing, the scones are a delicious talking-point to serve at parties for a summery twist on the classic cream tea. Pen Sans Summer Cup is bursting with ripe summer fruits and red berries - perfect with our luxurious Cornish clotted cream. Feel free to use shop-bought scones and take them to the next level if you haven’t time to bake your own.

Ingredients

For the scones

350g Self-raising flour, sieved

Pinch of salt

100g Trewithen Dairy unsalted butter

110ml Trewithen Dairy whole milk

1 Egg, beaten

For the topping

150g Frozen strawberries

2tbsp Caster sugar

50ml Pen Sans Summer Cup

Garnish 

Fresh strawberries

Mint leaves

Cucumber, sliced

Trewithen Dairy Cornish clotted cream

Method

BeginS with the scones. Preheat the oven to 190c. Grease and line two baking trays.

Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour to create fine breadcrumbs. Stream the milk in slowly, using a cold knife to gently mix until it just forms a dough. Wrap in cling film and chill for 20 minutes while you make the strawberry topping.

Place the frozen strawberries and a splash of water in a saucepan over a medium heat, allowing them to break down. At this point, add a measure of summer cup and caster sugar. Continue to stir for a couple of minutes until it has reduced down slightly. Remove from the heat and chill.

Back to the scones. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to a thickness of 2cm and cut into rounds with a cutter. Don’t twist them out of the cutter, otherwise they will warp in the oven. 

Place on the baking trays, before brushing the tops with the beaten egg. Bake for 12 minutes until slightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack.

To serve, smother with strawberry sauce, a generous spoonful of Cornish clotted cream and garnish with strawberries, cucumber and mint. Enjoy with a large jug of summer cup filled with summery botanicals. Heaven!

No-churn summer cup clotted cream ice-cream

The epitome of summer flavours, Pen Sans Summer Cup is bursting with red berry aromas and pairs perfectly with our rich Cornish clotted cream. Make this easy no-churn ice-cream in advance so you have it ready to pull out of the freezer for hot days and al fresco dessert.

Ingredients

2 Large eggs

125g Caster sugar

250ml Double cream

200g Trewithen Dairy Cornish clotted cream

250ml Trewithen Dairy whole milk

200g Strawberries - frozen (defrosted) or fresh

1 tbsp Icing sugar

50ml Pen Sans Summer Cup

Garnish

Mint leaves

Strawberries

Orange slices

Method

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until light and fluffy. While still whisking, add the caster sugar, one spoonful at a time and continue mixing for a few minutes. Add both creams and pour in the milk, while continuing to whisk.

Pour into a freezer-proof container (a loaf or baking tin works well) and freeze for two hours. Remove from the freezer, whisk thoroughly and return to the freezer. 

In the meantime, place the strawberries and a splash of water in a small saucepan over a medium heat and cook until the strawberries break down into a sauce. Add the icing sugar and Pen Sans Summer Cup. Allow to simmer for a few minutes until the mixture reduces slightly. Set aside too cool. 

Stir the strawberry sauce through the semi-frozen ice cream and, using a cocktail stick, pull it gently through to create a beautiful marbling effect. Add the remaining strawberries on top and return to the freezer until frozen - approximately one hour later. When you’re ready to serve, remove from the freezer and add fresh strawberries, mint and orange slices to garnish. Enjoy in cones or bowls.

https://www.trewithendairy.co.uk.

Trewithen Dairy's Movie Night 'Scone Revolution' Takes Centre Stage at Royal Cornwall Show

And a special Movie Night Hamper is now Available for Home Delivery!

Trewithen Dairy, Cornwall's top provider of delicious dairy products, is justifiably proud and utterly thrilled to be able to announce the resounding success of its 'Night at the movies - Scone Revolution' at this year's Royal Cornwall Show. The event surpassed all expectations as 18,000 free Cornish clotted cream scones with a movie themed twist were enjoyed by lucky visitors to the show.

Now in its fourth year, Trewithen's 'Scone Revolution' showcases the versatility of Cornish clotted cream and shows there are more ways to serve a cream tea than with the traditional dollop of jam. 

Trewithen Dairy transformed their show stand into a captivating cinematic experience, complete with movie-inspired props, a special behind the scenes area, and, of course, the famous scones with a very special twist. 

From the very moment the gates to the show opened, word spread like wildfire about the unusual scones Trewithen had on offer at their stand, with queues forming from the start of the show.

The favourite, as voted on Trewithen's Instagram poll, was a savoury scone called 'It's Nacho Scone' a delicious cheese scone covered in tangy salsa, topped with clotted cream, studded with nachos and a jalapeno. The line up also included a sweet 'Salted Caramel Popcorn' and 'The Strawberry Milkshake'. All of the recipes are available at www.trewithendairy.co.uk. 

"Trewithen Dairy is really thrilled with the overwhelmingly positive response witnessed at the Royal Cornwall Show," says Francis Clarke, director at Trewithen Dairy. 

He added: "Visitors approached the savoury 'Nacho Scone' with trepidation and, unsurprisingly, needed a little convincing to try a scone with salsa, clotted cream and jalapenos! But it ended up being voted as the favourite scone of all!” 

For those keen to recreate 'Night at the Movies Scone Revolution', the three recipes are listed on Trewithen Dairy's website. Inspired by the theme, Trewithen has created a 'Movie Hamper' for scone enthusiasts and film lovers alike to recreate the enchantment of the show, in the comfort of their own homes.

The 'Movie Hamper' features Trewithen Dairy's signature Cornish clotted cream, made using traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. Alongside the velvety clotted cream, the hamper includes an assortment of freshly baked scones, salted caramel popcorn and a selection of classic movie-inspired treats. Available for nationwide delivery, for £27.49 from trewithendairy.co.uk.  

Celebrate Dad With a Taste of Cornwall This Father's Day

Trewithen Dairy Cornish Lager and Pasty Hamper /  www.trewithendairy.co.uk / RRP £29.49

Each hamper contains x4 scones, 114g Cornish clotted cream, 227g strawberry jam, x40 Cornish tea bags, 2 large Cornish pasties and 2 bottles of Korev - Cornish lager. 

Father's Day is just around the corner and what better way to show the love and appreciation for the father figure/s in your life than with a thoughtfully curated Cornish food and drink hamper? 

Trewithen Dairy's 'Cornish Lager and Pasty Hamper' captures the very essence of Cornwall. From the moment they unwrap it, the very fortunate recipients will be transported to the rugged coastlines and warm-hearted communities that define this most remarkable region. All hampers come carefully packaged and have the option of adding a personalised gift message and a selection of optional extras, too.

Suppliers have been carefully selected to ensure each of the elements represents a true taste of Cornwall. The centrepiece of this gift is the legendary Cornish clotted cream to be smothered over fluffy scones and strawberry jam. This rich and indulgent treat has revered PDO status to ensure that each pot is of highest quality, produced by traditional methods in Cornwall. And is produced nowhere else! Trewithen Dairy uses only milk from Cornish herds, which is gently heated and left to cool slowly, allowing the cream to rise to the surface to form the famous thick, golden crust. 

No classic cream tea would be complete without a cup of tea and this hamper includes premium Cornish Tea bags to indulge in a moment or two of relaxation. 

For those who appreciate a well-crafted brew, there's two bottles of Korev from St Austell Brewery. Crisp and refreshing, dad can sit back and savour the pride and craftsmanship from the Duchy.

The hamper features two authentic Cornish pasties - a true Cornish delicacy loved by locals and visitors alike. 

Trewithen Dairy's Cornish Lager and Pasty Hamper is available for order via the website www.trewithendairy.co.uk/shop and can be scheduled for Father's Day delivery. 

Get a taste of Cornwall to your Christmas table

Banbury's Cornish Turkeys certainly live the rural idyll, raised by three generations of the same farming family outside Padstow on the North Cornish Coast.

And this year for the first time Christmas diners across the land will get to savour the difference between these birds and their intensively reared relatives - via a new national delivery service from www.cornishfoodmarket.co.uk.

"We hand-rear free-range black and traditional white turkeys here at Trembleathe Farm and they grow for much longer than mass produced birds so they develop that lovely deep turkey flavour," says Richard Banbury whose parents Fernley and Nancy, wife Clare and little daughters Gracie Ann and Roseanna all play their part in the nurturing process.

"I think part of it is also that our natural environment is so clean and clear with fresh air off the Atlantic - we're remote from roads and noise and commercial activity and the birds are raised as they should be - stress free."

For nearly fifty years these turkeys have been enjoyed throughout Cornwall at Christmas time but now the Banbury family - like scores of the county's best food and drink producers - are working with the team at cornishfoodmarket.co.uk to spread not just the word but the reality of best Cornish fare to the nation at large.

"We launched our website a year ago, delivering online orders of all this fantastic produce to homes and businesses in Cornwall and parts of Devon," says Sean Williams, MD of cornishfoodmarket.co.uk and its parent company Westcountry Fruit Sales, which delivers wholesale to restaurants and caterers across the two counties.

"Now we're delivering further afield and the Banbury family's turkeys are a prime example of why we are almost evangelistic about the wonderful products we can supply.

"The big supermarkets have had it their own way for far too long and their deal for customers, communities and their suppliers leaves so much to be desired. We're showing how you can provide a better service all round, with the freshest and best products, but still great value for money."

Alongside the Cornish turkeys cornishfoodmarket.co.uk's online customers can order award-winning wines and ciders, beers and juices, cheeses and pickles, clotted cream, mincemeat, puds and even mistletoe - delivered to doorsteps across the country. Check out their Christmas offerings from the top Cornish producers at www.cornishfoodmarket.co.uk.


FACTFILE:
cornishfoodmarket.co.uk...... was officially launched at the Cornwall Food and Drink Festival 2010, for which it was key sponsor again in September this year. For latest news, to register and to offer product suggestions visit www.cornishfoodmarket.co.uk.

· more than 3000 products, including

· more than 100 top local producers

· more than 1000 other food and non-food grocery and household items

· deliveries across Cornwall and parts of south and west Devon FREE to customers, Monday to Friday, with a minimum order value of just £12.50.

· products include the freshest fruit and veg, organic and non-organic dairy products, fresh Cornish meat and locally landed fresh fish.

· prices that compete with the supermarkets across all categories every day.

· Users can create their own 'Favourites' list of products they frequently purchase and even create and edit their own 'standing orders' for the various weekly food purchases they require.

Westcountry Fruit Sales Ltd

· Family business Westcountry Fruit Sales Ltd was established in 1856 in Falmouth, Cornwall.

· Now has 20,000 sq ft Distribution Centre at Higher Argal, near Falmouth, with a second satellite depot occupying purpose built premises in St Austell.

· In 1999 it established The Essential Food Co to supply the professional catering trade with an expansive range of dairy products and ambient food and non-food products, to complement its range of fresh produce.

· Now the largest Cornish based specialist supplier of foods to the catering trade in Cornwall. See www.thegreengrocery.co.uk.