| March 2013 - My Deliciously Healthy Kitchen 'Pop-Up' Restaurant |
| Friday 29th March 7.30pm |
 My Deliciously Healthy Kitchen
‘Pop-Up’ Restaurant
Friday 29th March, 7.30pm at Macknade Fine Foods, Selling Road
Emily Daley will be putting on a fantastic evening cooking form her unique repertoire of vegetarian dishes, the menu looks fantastic!
‘Even if you are a committed carnivore you will love this full flavoured and satisfying menu of deliciously healthy, fresh, seasonal and natural foods! I like to think my lentils are slipping of their birkenstock and hemp wearing image and sliding into something a little more stylish!’ |
| January 2013 - The Songs of Simon & Garfunkel |
| Saturday 5th January 2013
7pm
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 Why not join us Saturday 5th January 2013 for an evening celebrating the songs of Simon & Garfunkel?!
Performing exclusively at Macknade's, Andy Mack and Gez Gold will be performing live. Limited seating is available and tickets are £10 in advance.
For further details call us on 01795 534497
To view full size show posters please click here |
| September 2012 - EmWilcox Supper Club |
| Saturday 29th September 2012
EVENING |
Faversham's very own supper club is now into its third instalment - and it's building quite a following!
Emma Wilcox has taken her love of food and the Faversham area and, through her skills in the kitchen, has created some fantastic menus that have been enjoyed in the tranquility of ‘after hours’ Macknade.
Once online the tickets go fast and so have a look at her blog http://emwilco.wordpress.com/ - you will not be disappointed in what is a unique dining experience.
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| September 2012 - Kentish Pip |
| Saturday 8th September 2012
11am to 3pm
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 Summer may have been a bit of a let-down with nothing but rain and cold, but summer means cider and there is no reason, rain nor shine, we should ever miss out on Kentish grown cider!
Mark Mount, from Woolton Farm near Canterbury, comes from a long line of apple growers who used to send the apples which did not meet shop standards to the West Country. Fortunately for us, Mark decided to keep them for Kent and make his own cider from his own apples.
Mark from Kentish Pip will be with us on the 8th of September from 11 until 3 so be sure to come in and taste the results!
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| September 2012 - Nip from the Hip! |
| Sunday 2nd September 2012
11am to 3pm
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 New to Macknade -Nip From the Hip Gins and Vodkas! Delightfully fruit infused spirits crafted locally in Maidstone; these drinks are perfect to celebrate the sunshine or to lament the rain.
Nip From the Hip will be joining us on the 18th of August from 11am to sample some of their beautiful flavoured vodkas like Strawberry & Vanilla and Rhubarb as well as some of their gins like Gooseberry and Raspberry ~ something for every palate!
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| August 2012 - Tyrell's Crisps |
| Saturday 25th August 2012
10am to 3pm |
 Hand cooked to perfection for three generations, Tyrell’s crisps are one of the most widely known brands in the UK.
The people at Tyrell’s have only one passion: potatoes. And they would like you to come in and taste why.
Lovingly cared for “from seed to crisp,” these humble potatoes from Herefordshire are sure to keep the whole family happy. From the much loved Lightly Salted to the more classic Salt & Vinegar, there is a flavour for everyone.
Be sure to join us on the 25th of August from 10 to 3 to see for yourself!
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| August 2012 - Nip from the Hip! - CANCELLED |
| Saturday 18th August 2012
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New to Macknade -Nip From the Hip Gins and Vodkas! Delightfully fruit infused spirits crafted locally in Maidstone; these drinks are perfect to celebrate the sunshine or to lament the rain.
Nip From the Hip will be joining us on the 18th of August from 11am to sample some of their beautiful flavoured vodkas like Strawberry & Vanilla and Rhubarb as well as some of their gins like Gooseberry and Raspberry ~ something for every palate! |
| August 2012 - O'er the Moon! |
| Saturday 11th August 2012
from 10am |
 For a taste of Kentish style fudge and Turkish delight, make sure to come and visit us on the 11th of August to meet Simon from O’er the Moon.
Tired of eating chewy fudge, Simon has perfected the art of crumbly fudge that reminds many of his customers of how it used to be made. His Turkish delight is high quality with a reasonable price. In fact, extra needs to be ordered as some of the staff at Macknade are big fans!
If you’re interested in the history or the process of making these all-time favourite confectionaries, please visit the website. To try it yourself, please come on the 11th of August from 10 am!
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| August 2012 - Wicks Manor Pork |
| Saturday 4th August 2012
from 10am |
 Though the weather may not be perfect for outdoor grilling, the weather is always perfect for sausages!
Come and join us on the 4th of August when Wicks Manor Pork will be joining us to cook up some of their very popular sausages, bacon and other pork products. Wicks Manor pigs are reared in large open straw yards that encourage their natural behaviour and are fed on the wheat and barley that are grown and milled right on their own farm. Quality at its finest!
Come and say hello on the 4th of August from 10 am!
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| July 2012 - Simply Ice Cream |
| Saturday 28th July 2012
10am to 2pm |
 Award winning Ashford based ice cream producers, Simply Ice Cream will be joining us to sample their fantastic ice creams.
Served in over 180 shops, restaurants and pubs across the south of England, Simply Ice Cream has perfected their recipes over the last 20 years using seasonal and locally grown produce. Free from preservatives and any additives, Simply Ice Cream is a bit of creamy goodness that is perfect for the warm weather (we did have a couple of days!). You will be unable to resist their award winning Honeycomb Crunch, their creamy vanilla or their indulgent chocolate.
Make sure to join us on Saturday the 28th of July from 10 am to 2 pm and taste for yourself.
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| July 2012 - 'Olde Goa' from Purity Trading |
| Saturday 28th July 2012
10am to 3pm |
Tired of all the same old pickles and chutneys to accompany your curry? Then it just might be time to spice things up with Olde Goa. A fantastic range of great tasting (and sometimes hot!) pickles and chutneys that are perfect however you use them! If you are looking for something a little different from the standard pickle, be sure to give the Tendli (gherkin) a go. Or if you are feeling a bit more adventurous (and if you really like the heat!), give the Balchao (prawn) pickle a try. There is a heat and a flavour for everyone, so make sure to stop by on Saturday the 28th of July from 10 am!
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| July 2012 - Pure Kent Oils |
| Saturday 21st July 2012
10am to 3pm |
 For a taste of pure Kentish rapeseed oil, be sure to join us on the 21th of July from 10 am when Claire from Pure Kent Oils, will be joining us at Macknade. Grown in the Weald of Kent, Pure Kent Rapeseed Oil is not heated or treated with solvents, much like extra virgin olive oil.
Thanks to its high burning point, rapeseed oil is ideal for everything from a base for your favourite dressing, for baking and even for frying; delicately imparting it’s earthy and nutty taste into your meal. Naturally high in omegas and Vitamin E, this Kentish gem is ideal for whatever your needs may be.
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| July 2012 - Marshgate Farm Pear Juice |
| Sunday 8th July 2012
EVENT CANCELLED
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 EVENT CANCELLED
David and Caroline Long are Kent based fruit growers who have turned their delicious local pears into an even more delicious pear juice. Come and taste the ‘fruits’ of their labour as Marshgate Farm visits Macknade on Sunday, the 8th of July from 10 a.m.
Colourful and bright, this pear juice is sure to catch the eye and once sampled is sure to delight.
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| July 2012 - African Volcano! |
| Sunday 1st July 2012
10am to 3pm |
 For a taste of proper Peri-Peri Marinades, join us on Sunday, the 1st of July to meet Grant Hawthorne.
Grant’s African Volcano Peri-Peri Sauce and Marinade are perfect for a barbeque or even on the stovetop or oven, perfect for a taste of summer in our current rainy weather! Fantastically flavoured, these Peri-Peri products have a flavour just the right side of spicy without robbing the product of its depth and texture. It’s gorgeous with prawns or chicken or as a topping on an omelette or as a dipping sauce.
Grant will be cooking up a storm for us on the 1st from 10am to 3pm and it’s sure to make your mouth water!
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| June 2012 - Grumpy Mule! |
| Saturday 30th June 2012
10am to 3pm |
 With several Great Taste Awards under their belt, Grumpy Mule also works with Rainforest Alliance, the Fairtrade Foundation, Organic Farmers and Growers as well as funding a number of projects for the villages from which they buy their beans. While participating in all these organizations, they never lose sight of the importance of quality and the flavour of their coffees.
With a spectacular range of single origin coffees and a decaffeinated coffee that is practically indistinguishable from the real thing, it is safe to say that Grumpy Mule is easily among the best.
Come and join us on the 30th of June from 10 am and see for yourself.
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| June 2012 - Dart Valley |
| Sunday 24th June 2012
10am to 3pm |
 If you have not yet had the opportunity to try our own Macknade labelled products, the 16th of June will be your best chance! If you are a regular customer, you will have undoubtedly seen the vast selection of our own labelled products fill up more than just a few shelves in our shop.
If you have yet to witness the variety, prepare for your eyes to cross! To take the confusion out of it all, Dart Valley Foods will be in to sample some of our most popular jams, marmalades and chutneys from 10 am to 3 pm. Come, have a taste and see why we allocate all that shelf space! Don’t miss out!
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| June 2012 - The Wooden Spoon |
| Saturday 23rd June 2012
from 10am |
 The Wooden Spoon, winners of multiple Great Taste Awards, will be in with us on the 23rd of June from 10 am to 2 pm sharing some of their range of superb jams, marmalades and chutneys.
Produced by hand for over 30 years, The Wooden Spoon has taken great care with their products, striving to make preserves that tasted homemade but stood out amongst a sea of other locally produced jams and marmalades. Did they succeed?
There is only one way to find out! Make sure to join us on the 23rd of June from 10 am! |
| June 2012 - Cottage Delight |
| Saturday 9th June 2012
from 10am |
 Due to some technical difficulties, Cottage Delight was unable to join us on the scheduled date of 5th May. The bugs should be sorted now and we would like to invite you to come and taste their Great British range on the 9th of June from 10 am.
One of our longest running suppliers, Cottage Delight is no longer just jams and chutneys! Award winning sauces, cooking essentials and culinary delights are now at the top of their sales list and we would love for you to come and try them on the 9th of June from 10am. The Cottage Delight brand has gotten a makeover in the last year and while the label has changed, the flavours within every jar remain as fantastic as they ever were.
With a myriad of new flavour combinations this year and an ever expanding range to meet the needs of fine food connoisseurs everywhere, there’s something for everyone!
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| May 2012 - Quex Foods - Rapeseed Oils and Potato Crisps! |
| Saturday 26th May 2012
10am to 3pm |
 Be sure to join Macknade on Saturday, the 2nd of June for a taste of Kent.
Quex Foods will be joining us, offering a taste of their locally made rapeseed oils and potato crisps. Inspired by the diverse and mouth-watering flavours of the region, Quex Crisps have the traditional flavours you would expect but with a Kentish twist: Sea Salt and Biddenden Cider Vinegar for the traditionalists, Whitstable Oyster and Vinegar for the adventurous and for the cheese lovers, an Ashmore Cheese and Onion.
Paul will be joining us from 10 am until 3 offering these fantastic Kent flavours. Don’t miss out! |
| May 2012 - EmWilcox Supper Club |
| Saturday 26th May 2012
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Emma Wilcox will be holding her inaugural supper, for her seasonal supper club, in our Café on 26th May.
The Menu has been decided and it looks fantastic!
Emma is passionate about food, and a ‘hard-core’ blogger about all things connected to the kitchen.
Tickets are limited and so get there quick. Most definetley a night NOT to miss!!
Keep an eye out for Emma’s upcoming suppers
www.emwilco.wordpress.com
http://emwilcosupperclub.eventbrite.co.uk/ |
| May 2012 - Farmhouse Kitchen |
| Saturday 26th May 2012
from 10am |
 Mo Joslin became exasperated when she was unable to find the best locally sourced preserves. Deciding it was unreasonable that the fruit in Kent was so underrepresented, she started making her own jams and chutneys from the best local fruit available. Initially selling only to friends and family, her business has grown to accommodate larger delis and farm shops but she keeps her ingredients of the best quality possible, sourcing all her fruit from Kent.
Come and celebrate the bounty of the Garden of England with Mo on Saturday the 26th of May from 10 am.
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| May 2012 - Abigale Brewing Company - Fine Kentish Ale |
| Saturday 26th May 2012
from 11am |
 Come and Join brewer extraordinaire James Wraith as he presents a selection of his hand crafted Kentish Ales.
A beer lover himself, James brews artisan beers at his brewery near Ashford.
This is an ideal opportunity to sample excellent beer from one of the counties newest breweries.
Whether you are an ale lover or simply curious, come and make the most of James' visit! |
| May 2012 - Whitstable Pickles |
| Saturday 19th May 2012
from 11am |
 Love your pickles but hate the food miles? Are you looking for a great tasting, local supplier to fulfill all your pickle and chutney needs? Then you needn’t look any further than Whitstable! Come to Macknade and try Whitstable Pickles!
Toby Hotchkiss was brought up pickling and loved it so much he turned it into much more than just a hobby. With a variety of flavour combinations at his arsenal, these fantastic pickles and chutneys will excite your taste buds and ease the food miles guilt. Toby will be with us on the 19th of May from 11 am, so make sure to come and try a taste of Whitstable!
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| May 2012 - Moors Organic |
| Saturday 12th May 2012
from 11am |
 Come and join us on the 12th of May from 11 o'clock to get your first sip of the summertime with Moor's Organic Apple and Pear Juices.
Locally and lovingly produced in Teynham, these juices are regarded by some of the top chefs and hoteliers in the country. Every piece of fruit used in these delectable juices can be traced back to the orchard it grew in and because no artificial fertilisers or herbicides are used, you know you are getting the best organic fruits in Kent.
With nearly 20 varieties of apple and pear juice to choose from (not to mention their two new varieties, Mrs Moor’s Massive Pear and Mr Moor’s Giant Cox), you will definitely be spoilt for choice! |
| May 2012 - Cottage Delight ... no longer just jams and chutneys! |
| Saturday 5th May 2012
from 11am |
One of our longest running suppliers, Cottage Delight is no longer just jams and chutneys! Award winning sauces, cooking essentials and culinary delights are now at the top of their sales list and we would love for you to come and try them on the 5th of May from 11am.
The Cottage Delight brand has gotten a makeover in the last year and while the label has changed, the flavours within every jar remain as fantastic as they ever were. With a myriad of new flavour combinations this year and an ever expanding range to meet the needs of fine food connoisseurs everywhere, there’s something for everyone! |
| April 2012 - Brown Bag Crisps |
| Saturday 28th April 2012
from 11am |
 If the crisp aisle is starting to look all the same, then it is time for something different! Come and see us on the 28th of April from 11 am to try Brown Bag Crisps!
These amazingly moreish crisps are cooked in olive oil instead of other vegetable oils and the taste comes through in a fantastic way. Their Sea Salt and Malt Vinegar as well as their Oak Smoked Chilli flavours are Great Taste Award winners and their other flavours are definitely worthy contenders. Come in and try for yourself!
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| April 2012 - Kent Fine Foods |
| Saturday 21st April 2012
from 11am |
This is another great weekend to come and taste genuine Kentish products! Matthew from Kent Fine Foods will be joining us on Saturday the 21st of April from 11 am to share with you his fantastic range of preserves. Proud of his Kentish ingredients, Matthew is winning awards for his fantastic products. Be sure to try his Lavender Jelly, winner of the Best Kent Product from the Taste of Kent Awards.
There are many other flavours and tastes to try including the lip smacking Hot Pepper Relish, the warm Smokey Tomato Chutney and the ever popular Spicy Plum Sauce. Be sure to come in and show your support for our amazing Kent producers!
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