Some of my favourite sites (with absolutely no local bias whatsoever!) - will add more as I remember them... (and feel free to share yours)
Wensleydale Creamery
Home of Real Wensleydale Cheese. My favourites are the garlic and chive, and the ginger. Well worth a visit too!
Northumberland Sausage Company
Sausages!
Northumberland Cheese Company
Cheese!
Boulevard Cuisine - North Shields
Smoked Oils and Peppers
British Beef Jerky
Jerky and Biltong from Northumberland
The Garlic Farm
On the Isle of Wight. Was recently given some smoked and elephant garlic : )
Traditional and independent
Eat the Seasons
UK seasonal food information and tips
Eat the Seasons
UK seasonal food information and tips
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