The Cambridge Foodies

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  • Drayman’s Son – Ely

    Drayman’s Son – Ely

    It’s been a long time coming but I’m finally back at Drayman’s Son micropub in Ely. Owned by the team from the Three Blind Mice Brewery, this is one of the hidden gems of craft beer in Ely. You can…

    Simon Tompkins

    Drayman’s Son – Ely

  • Hot Numbers – Shepreth

    Hot Numbers – Shepreth

    The wife and I had an early morning appointment on the other side of Cambridge today, so we were looking for somewhere quick and easy to grab brunch. There is not a tremendous amount of options available in the area…

    Simon Tompkins

    Hot Numbers – Shepreth

  • The Swoop Retail Taproom – Beer Masterclass

    The Swoop Retail Taproom – Beer Masterclass

    I was joined by Samuel from Be Social Cambridge who was kind enough to invite me to a craft beer tasting experience at The Swoop Tap Room on Green Street. I had never been to The Swoop before but I…

    Simon Tompkins

    The Swoop Retail Taproom – Beer Masterclass

  • Nameste Village – Castle Street

    Nameste Village – Castle Street

    Back in the days of Cafe Naz (The Cambridge Curry Centre) I used to love swinging by here on a Sunday morning after a heavy night out and vigorously consuming one of their all-you-can-eat buffets. When the restaurant closed I…

    Simon Tompkins

    Nameste Village – Castle Street

  • Uncle Paul – Greek On The Street 🇬🇷

    Uncle Paul – Greek On The Street 🇬🇷

    It was a bustling Friday afternoon at Ely’s Foodie Friday. I had never been before, so I was keen to see what was on offer. There was so much choice with many popular food vans available, including Hit Wrap, Brazilian…

    Simon Tompkins

    Uncle Paul – Greek On The Street 🇬🇷

  • Salma’s Tiffin Kitchen, by Sean Figura

    Salma’s Tiffin Kitchen, by Sean Figura

    I’ve been asked by one of our Cambridge Foodies members to review a few independent Cambridge chefs to see what I think about a fast growing foody sub culture in the area. This series starts with Salma’s Tiffin Kitchen based…

    Sean Figura

    Salma’s Tiffin Kitchen, by Sean Figura

  • Efes – King Street 🇹🇷

    Efes – King Street 🇹🇷

    It was father’s day so the family decided to head out into Cambridge for some Turkish cuisine. When you take the family out for a meal you want somewhere consistent with a good reputation. A place which has been there…

    Simon Tompkins

    Efes – King Street 🇹🇷

  • Loaded Hot Dogs & Fries – Duxford.

    Loaded Hot Dogs & Fries – Duxford.

    Being a foodie isn’t all about the best. It’s also about finding the right food for the right occasion. I’ve always been a firm believer that there is a time and a place for a cheap and cheerful meal which…

    Simon Tompkins

    Loaded Hot Dogs & Fries – Duxford.

  • Massala – Cambridge

    Massala – Cambridge

    Massala has only been open a year and has already made a good name for itself. During my last review it had only just opened and I was very impressed with its balance of quality and value. With other gems…

    Simon Tompkins

    Massala – Cambridge

  • The Pint Shop 🇬🇧, by Sean Figura

    The Pint Shop 🇬🇧, by Sean Figura

    You’d be forgiven for thinking The Pint Shop is all about the beer. It is, after all, where this little gem in the heart of Cambridge gets its name. There is however, a great selection of food on offer too.…

    Sean Figura

    The Pint Shop 🇬🇧, by Sean Figura