In August, Foodtripper journeys to Northern Finland, south of the Arctic Circle, staying at Arola Farm with ex dairy farmers Helena and Eero Sappanen. Close by lies Martinselkonen National Park, a Tolkeinesque wilderness where shy bears roam the forest, beavers create their chaos on the riverbanks and capercaillie can be spotted in the trees.
Read the full feature here.
We check in for a full inspection of the £5 million transformation of the Greenhouse Hotel in Bournemouth - a rags to riches story involving an eco-makeover and an innovative new chef.
Full review here.
Zoe Perrett hikes Richmond Hill in south west London to meet chef Alex Bentley at The Petersham Hotel and sample his seafood menu which is available throughout the summer.
More here And we're delighted to tell you that The Hungry Cyclist is back with a thrilling and ever so slightly bonkers
London tandem tour.
Foodtripper TV
On Foodtripper TV, I sail off into the sunset for a week of sailing and sampling the gastronomic delights of Burgundy, France with European Waterways. And we're giving one lucky Foodtripper and partner the chance to win the very same trip, worth £5000. Just answer
this simple question to be in the running.
Cookery and Wine Courses
The Food Room & Library in Pimlico, London is running a 'Gain Confidence in Cooking Course' throughout August, September and October. Ideal for rookies or students looking for more than beans on toast and basic survival.
More here Daygustation has a fantastic Tuscany-based course 'The Winemakers Apprentice' runs from 17th September to 4th October. Come to Italy and play at being winemaker for the day.
More here
Food Festivals
Fantastic days out for just £1 are hard to come by nowadays- particularly ones as delightful as this.August Bank Holiday sees the return of Wirral's popular festival- this year, the theme is 'Food Matters'.
More here Now's a good time to snag tickets for food and music combined at Jimmy Doherty's famous Suffolk farm in September.
Watch Jimmy's video here.
Enjoy