Dunnet Bay Distillers

the artisan kitchen

Many of us have recipes we return to each season, the ones that began as small experiments with flavour or something foraged, and over time became familiar and loved.

The makers we meet often speak of those first experiments too, when the scent of something new filled the kitchen and a small batch became the beginning of their craft. 

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Lovingly Artisan Bakery

In this episode, I meet Catherine Connor, co-founder of the Lovingly Artisan bakery, in Cumbria. Together with her husband Aidan Monks, they have built a business rooted in care — for their craft, for their customers, and for the ingredients they use.

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Artisan Food & Drink Products

A handpicked edit of artisan food and drink products we’ve discovered and love. 

Explore and shop directly from these inspiring artisan brands.

Wild Knapp Gin 41% 50cl bottle

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Wild Knapp Gin 41% 50cl bottle

By Hay Distillery

Ruskin Medium Roast

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Ruskin Medium Roast Coffee

By Forge Coffee Roasters

90% Hallmark Dark Hot Chocolate 250g

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90% Hallmark Dark Hot Chocolate

By Bullion Chocolate

Pure Grated Chocolate Tube

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Pure Grated Chocolate Tube

By Harris & James

Rose Petal Drinking Chocolate

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Rose Petal Drinking Chocolate

By The Chocolatier

from the journal

Hand of Fatima

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Hand of Fatima

Fatima’s journey from health hurdles to culinary discoveries paints a picture of life’s lemons turned into zesty lemonade (or should we say, olive oil?).

Her tale is a heart-warming blend of culture, cuisine, and the cuddles of motherhood, seasoned with the sunny smiles of Greece and the nurturing spirit of her family’s legacy.

This is the story of Hand of Fatima Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

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008. Breakin'Bread

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Breakin’Bread

This is the story of Founder Angelica Christiansson and how Breakin’Bread evolved from a humble Swedish family recipe, to being shared with friends and now enjoyed by many.

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017. Nc'nean

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Nc’nean

On the wild Morvern Peninsula of West Scotland, Nc’nean’s Founder Annabel Thomas is leading a quiet rebellion in the world of Whisky.

Here is her inspiring story.

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Warwickshire Gin

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Warwickshire Gin Company

Nestled in the historic town of Leamington Spa, founder Dave Blick has built a distillery rooted in the curious stories the town holds.

In 2018 he began weaving his love of history and the local legends of Warwickshire and crafted a truly local gin. Here’s Dave’s story.

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WILLOW AND FINCH

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Willow & Finch

Nestled in the quiet countryside near Topsham in Devon, Elodie Buckley has turned a school project into a thriving artisan bakery and at just 20 years old is already 4 years into running her business, crafting delicious award-winning cookies.

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