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  • The ultimate Sunday Roast guide for Cambridge!

    If you are reading this, you are experiencing the quintessential Sunday struggle: finding the perfect roast dinner. It is easily the most-asked question in the Cambridge Foodies community, so I have gathered every single…

  • The best places to eat & drink in Ely (Cambridgeshire) – Hand picked by a local!

    Ely’s booming food scene is no longer a secret. This charming, historic city is famed for its breathtaking cathedral but is quickly transforming into a genuinely exciting foodie destination in its own right. Forget…

  • The best places to eat in Cambridge: The must-try food guide for visitors (written by a local)

    Cambridge boasts an exciting and diverse food scene. This can sometimes feel overwhelming for visitors, but worry not! I am a lifelong Cambridge resident, with many years of exploring this thriving restaurant scene under…

  • Where to eat down Mill Road (Cambridge)

    If you are reading this then you are probably looking for the best places to eat down Cambridge’s famous Mill Road. You are in luck, as you are utterly spoiled for choice down this…

  • Simon says: The best food vans in Cambridge

    If you are looking for a list of hand-picked food vans in Cambridgeshire, then look no further! I have been around the block a few times when it comes to food vans and I…

  • Simon’s Quest: The best pizza in Cambridge (ranked) 🍕

    – An average guy’s journey to find the best pizza in Cambridge We don’t cover enough pizza on the Cambridge Foodies, so I have started a quest to discover the best pizza in Cambridge!…

  • Simon Says: The best Indian food in Cambridge!

    I have been around the block a few times when it comes to curry in Cambridge. In that time, I have had the pleasure of sampling some truly special dishes in the local area. …

  • Simon says: The best burgers in Cambridge (ranked)

    Join me on my journey sampling the best burgers in Cambridgeshire. I will be ranking them on my own personal preference, mostly for fun (so don’t take it too seriously). Every burger on this…

  • The Little Piggy Sharing Roast @ The Little Piggy Cafe, Fenstanton

    “AD” – Why is this here? My love affair with the restaurant roast dinner had reached an all-time low. After one too many disappointing plates over the years, I declared a hiatus, retreating to the…

  • The new 7-course seafood taster menu @ Navadhanya, Newmarket Road

    “AD” – Why is this here? Navadhanya is, quite simply, one of Cambridge’s best. Their offering of contemporary Indian fine dining never fails to hit the mark, whether for a spontaneous Saturday night meal or…

  • Homage2Fromage @ the Grain & Hop Store – EXTREME CHEESES!

    “AD” – Why is this here? Homage2Fromage is back after a short hiatus, bringing its popular cheese nights once again to~ the Grain & Hop Store. I have been a regular here for years, drawn…

  • Mucca @ Northstowe Tap & Social

    Northstowe may have a reputation for a lack of amenities, but for me, a shining beacon offers one of the best craft beer experiences in Cambridgeshire: The Northstowe Tap & Social. It is also…

  • Urban Larder on Mill Road, Cambridge

    There’s something wonderfully quirky about a cafe without a proper sign, especially one hidden away in plain sight on the busy Broadway side of Mill Road. Yet, despite this contrarian attitude towards marketing, Urban…

  • Lebanese @ The Green Dragon, Chesterton

    In my quest to find the best places in Chesterton, I recently rediscovered a pub I hadn’t visited in over a decade: The Green Dragon. Located opposite Stourbridge Common on Water Street, this pub…

  • Bamboo Sky Thaifood, Bourn

    “AD” – Why is this here? Nestled in the charming village of Bourn, the former Willow Tree pub has been completely reimagined and has emerged as Bamboo Sky, a stunning new Thai and Pan-Asian restaurant.…

  • The Rise of Chesterton Road (Cambridge)

    Chesterton has long been celebrated for being a fantastic place for restaurants, with long-standing favourites enjoying widespread popularity throughout Cambridge. However, thanks to the recent arrival of several new and exciting establishments, it is…

  • Burger Boys – St Ives

    “AD” – Why is this here? St Ives is a real foodie hotspot in Cambridgeshire, with a growing reputation for fantastic places to eat. This means that standing out can be a challenge. I was…

  • Cluckin’ Crispy Chicken @ The Townhouse, Ely

    ​I visited the Townhouse pub in Ely to try their new Cluckin’ Crispy Chicken menu. Ely doesn’t have a dedicated fried chicken joint, so it is a welcome addition to the city’s ever-growing food…

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