Following our trip to Spain, we reopen on Thurs 11th Dec, kicking off with our popular £25 tapas deal. You get a glass of wine/beer, 2 tapas, 2 pintxos and bread - in short, a complete meal. We're super excited to be back - come and see us 😊

As the sun sets over the Marina, so we bid adiós to Alicante. It's been amazing few days with our team and we've spent time in the city and in the mountains. A place to return to another day for sure 😊❤️

Alicantinos... 😁

Who doesn't like a good market? The Mercado Central in Alicante is the largest covered market in Spain and puts on a spectacular show to rival the Boquería and many more. We spent the morning admiring its stalls, wowed by their produce and passionate owners, and shopped for our supper. It always makes us wonder why we can't have these places in the UK...

The resurgence of vermouth as a fashionable drink is very evident in Spain - and really exciting. Naturally we took the opportunity to sample as much as possible...

Relleu is a working mountain village in the Marina Baixa mountains of eastern Spain. The village maintains a traditional way of life. Few frills, but an honesty and integrity of its own. Today we walked the olive groves with Christopher from the Almassera Vella, the village's former olive press, and had lunch in the village square. Found an unexpected sun trap too...

The Relleu valley in the Marina Baixa mountains is home to dozens of small-scale olive growers. At this time of year, they take their crop to the local press to turn their year's work into liquid gold - hopefully enough to see them through the coming year, perhaps with a bottle or two for friends and family. The process has not changed a huge amount since the Romans were doing it in this exact spot. Crush the olives. Press the paste to release the oil. It was a real privilege to see this process from start to finish. A huge thank you to Jordi for taking time out of his working day to explain the process and allow us to taste some of the golden elixir flowing from his press.

A big part of our trip has been about olive oil. This morning we spent time with Gabriella at the wonderful @senoriosdrelleu, learning about their award-winning oils and tasting them. Based in the Marina Baixa mountains the scenery was as spectacular as their oils.

Understanding Spanish culture, its ingredients, dishes and drinks lies at the heart of our trip. How better to appreciate the history and purpose of the 'Menu del Día' and Spanish home cooking, than to experience it first hand! Rabbit & garlic for Ben; Tortilla & hake for Ali; Baby broad beans, jamon & deep-fried artichokes for Giselle; Cannelloni & salmon for Issy; Rioja-style chickpeas & hake for Jess. Followed by roast pumpkin, cinnamon, honey & orange peel for dessert. Simple home cooking; big exciting flavours. 😋

Out and about exploring Alicante this morning with a walk (for some) and an elevator trip (for others) up to the Moorish Santa Barbara castle with some of the most spectacular views over the province. Alicante is of course the gateway to the Costa Blanca and cheap package holidays, but it also has a beautiful historic centre, Michelin-starred restaurants, the largest covered food market in Spain, and no shortage of authentic tapas bars. In short, everything the Strawberry Tree team needs 🤩

Every November, some of Strawberry Tree's core team visit Spain to find inspo for the coming year and remind ourselves of the culture, food and wines that we love so much. This year the snow-capped Pyrenees looked truly stunning as we passed over the top.

Our next “Pintxos Night” is Monday 27th October. These elaborate canapes and bar-snacks that are typical of the Basque Country in northern Spain and are a great way to socialise, eat and graze. Come and experience a little bit of San Sebastián in Dorset – book online or call us on 01297 445757 - we only have a few tables left. #lymeregis #charmouth #axminster #dorsetfoodanddrink #townmilllyme #bridport #jurassiccoast

Half term is just a couple of weeks away, which means our next San Sebastián style Pintxos Night is coming up on Mon 27th Oct. Amazing bar snacks & canapes, priced from just £2.50. Book online or call 01297 445757. It'll be a lively and fun night 🥟🍢🍡🍷🥃🍹

We're picking kilos of ripe figs every day from the Strawberry Tree garden at the mo. I don't know about your gardens, but it's been a bountiful year and we've used our garden produce on the restaurant menu for the last few months. Giselle (aka "The Fig Whisperer") has some special plans for these beauties on our specials board next week, so come and enjoy them fresh off our tree 😋

Happiness is a giant paella pan 🥘 Thanks to everyone that came to eat, drink & dance at @townmilllyme yesterday 😊

Our Paella Cookery Experience, which includes a squid ink rice dish, an olive oil tasting and lunch, is one of our most popular classes and last week was no exception. It's a great dish to try on the BBQ this summer too - let us know how you get on and send us a pic... #paella #cookeryclass #slowspanishfood #lymeregis

Staff lunches are a family affair at Strawberry Tree and we try to feed our family well! We are lucky enough to have the stunning Miller's Garden at @townmilllyme to enjoy while the weather is so good - but you do too! It must be one of Lyme's best kept secrets. Have you discovered it?

Last week some of the Strawberry Tree team went to @thirty-four, the student-run restaurant at Exeter College, where Ben, our apprentice chef, was taking part in the Apprentice-Takeover evening. It was a delicious meal and a really fun evening. So congratulations Ben - and the rest of the apprentices - and thank you for a great evening. As a little aside... @34 is Exeter's best kept secret. It's open to the public and you get the chance to be fed by the next generation of hospitality stars before they become famous... And at a fraction of the price. Go! #apprenticeships #exetercollege #michaelcainesacademy

This Saturday is our San Sebastián Pintxos Night at Strawberry Tree. Fabulous bar snacks inspired by northern Spain. Come and graze the night away with us - Basque style! Bookings strongly recommended - 01297 445757. #pintxos #lymeregis #dorsetfoodanddrink #slowspanishfood

Sometimes it's our class guests that take photos of us rather than the other way round...

What a fun morning! Meet Ronnie & Jenny. Today was a surprise 1-on-1 cookery class for Ronnie at Strawberry Tree. He thought he was going for a birthday hike, but Jenny had other ideas! Our cookery experiences make a great gift. We have 2 more cookery days before we break for the summer. Come and join us in the Strawberry Tree kitchen 😊

Our cookery class experiences at our cookery school in Lyme Regis are hugely popular. We have three more classes before we break for the summer, starting with Andalusian Tapas & Lunch on Sunday 15th June, followed by Paella, Squid Ink Rice, Olive Oil Tasting & Lunch on 22nd June and ending with Classic Tapas & Lunch on Sunday 6th July. These are all hands-on experiences, spent alongside Giselle, Strawberry Tree’s co-founder who has cheffed in Spain for much of her adult life. Expect big bold flavours and sunshine recipes from across Iberia, blended with stories from Spain and beyond. We have spaces available for all three dates. Call us on 01297 445757. More info: https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events

A few photos from our recent wine tasting and lunch with @jimonaxe from @morenowines. Our tasting events are always such a pleasure and always surprising - I certainly didn't know that some winemakers are returning to amphora to age their wines - I thought that died out with the Romans! Thanks to everyone that came along - it was a fabulous lunch. #winetasting🍷 #slowspanishfood #lymeregis #dorsetfoodanddrink

If you're coming for dinner tonight, you're in for a treat - we have freshly landed Lyme Bay octopus on the specials board. Pulpo a feira. 😋

A few snaps from our mushroom growing class & lunch with the amazing Nick Phillips (@grownupmushrooms) last Sunday. This class must be one of the most fascinating experiences we offer -an insight into the world of fungi- and it was a real pleasure to meet the group. Mushroomy people are some of the nicest. ☺️ #townmilllyme #lymeregis #cookeryclass

How do you spend your Sundays? We have a couple of spaces left for our Classic Spanish Tapas cookery experience this Sunday. It's a great way to spend the morning, followed by lunch cooked by yourself. Call us to bag your place. #townmilllyme #cookeryclass #lymeregis

What a beautiful group of people! Thank you Sue, Andy, Chris, Judy, Chloe & Dan for attending our Paella Class, Olive Oil Tasting & Lunch on Sunday. The sun shone, paella was made, and everything was right in the world! Come and enjoy one of our cookery experiences and put the world to rights 😊 #cookeryclass #lymeregis #cookeryschool #paella

Portrait of a beautiful chef. When not behind the stove/ fryer/ oven/ sink/ bar... we love nothing better than to enjoy the beautiful place that we are lucky enough to live in. #lymeregis 🥰

A couple of pics from our latest Southern Tapas Cookery Class. We had such a blast with this amazing group of ladies 😊 If you haven't done one of our classes or tasting events, you're spoilt for choice in the coming weeks, so check out our website and book your place. https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events #lymeregis #winetastingevent #cookeryclass #dorsetfoodanddrink

What a great night! Our Pintxos evening on Saturday was a lively affair - and hopefully worthy of any San Sebastián aficionados! We will be running more of these evenings throughout the year so keep an eye out. #pintxos #lymeregis #tapas #dorsetfoodanddrink

This Saturday evening, Strawberry Tree will be hosting a ‘Pintxos Night’ instead of our regular tapas menu. Pronounced “Pinchos”, these delicious bar-snacks are typical of the Basque Country in northern Spain. Come and experience a little bit of San Sebastián in Dorset – call us on 01297 445757 to book your spot at the bar. We will also have spaces for drop-ins. It’ll be a fun and lively evening, so come and graze the night away with us! #lymeregis #bridport #seaton #pintxos #foodanddrinkdorset

We host a range of cookery classes, foodie experiences and tastings throughout the year - and they are some of the most enjoyable events that we run. If you haven't been to one of our classes or events, then book one now! Mushroom growing, wine tasting, tapas making... We've got it all 😊 #dorsetfoodanddrink #lymeregis #cookeryclass #slowspanishfood #bridport #cookeryclass #jurassiccoast #thetownmilllymeregis

We really appreciate our regulars. They are the best validation of what we do. Lovely to see @artichokechef & family 😊

What are “Pintxos”? Pronounced “Pinchos”, these delicious bar-snacks are typical of the Basque Country in northern Spain. Traditionally displayed on the bar top, they are a great way to socialise, eat and graze. We'll be hosting a ‘Pintxos Night’ on Sat 12th April instead of our regular tapas menu. It promises to be a fun and lively evening, so booking is highly recommended. Come and graze the night away with us!

Hi to all our new followers 🙋. We're Ed & Giselle, co-founders of Strawberry Tree Tapas Restaurant & Cookery School in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Lyme is an amazing weekend destination with a vibrant foodie and restaurant scene, of which we are just a tiny part. Stunning accommodation options from businesses like @lymeregisstays and the best breakfast and brunches from people like @townmillbakery, to name just a few. Come and see us and discover the gem that Lyme is - we would love to meet you.

It's Thursday. It's tapas. It's £20. Listen to Jas 😊

Today marks a milestone in the life of Strawberry Tree as we bid farewell to Jas, who has been such a huge part of the project since it started. We are an independent family-run business - but a bit of that family is moving on to new and great things and the next step in her career as a wine professional. We are of course sad to see her go, but also full of pride, excitement and anticipation for her in the next step in her career. Go and eat life Jas. 😋

The Strawberry Tree £20 Tapas Deal. Every Thursday until Easter 2025. Drink + Canape + 2 Tapas + Bread. The best deal this side of Barcelona 😊

It's always good to check out the competition (and one of our fave suppliers!), so last night we dropped in to Brindisa just to see what's cooking... #croquetas #spanishfood #vermouth #estrellagalicia

Our annual Sherry Tasting & Tapas Lunch with 'sherry revolutionary and guerrilla wine maker' Antonio Morenés is on Sunday 16th March. If you're just sherry-curious or sherry-seasoned, this is the experience for you. Whatever your leanings, you will be treated to 5 courses and 5 wines and Antonio's intoxicating enthusiasm. We have a handful of tickets left, so first come first served! #sherry #lymeregis #dorsetfoodanddrink #winetastingevent

Our £20 Winter Tapas Deal is back! You get a drink, canape, bread and 2 tapas of your choice, all for just £20pp. The best deal this side of Barcelona 🇪🇸 😋 Every Thursday til Easter.

There is nothing quite like walking into a bar-top full of pintxos. It feels like being in a candy shop! House specialities, loads of seafood and bacalao cod in every bar. What to choose? All those possibilities and too many choices!! Our version of heaven ♥️♥️♥️ We're home this weekend and Strawberry Tree reopens next Thursday 23rd Jan. See you there?

The Guggenheim. What else!? 😊

We're in Bilbao in the Pais Vasco, which can only mean one thing... Pintxos! A classic "Gilda" is a skewer with olives, pickled guindilla chillis and anchovies. This morsel was named after the 1946 Rita Hayworth film of the same name. But this being the Basque Country, they come in a multitude of delicious variations - and we managed to find a bar serving nothing else!

We happened across the old Ortiz anchovy-packing house on the quayside in San Vicente de la Barquera (Cantabria) - hasn't been used for some years - but a brand and business that still means the very best quality - and used by us in the restaurant. An impromptu lunch of razorclams, rabas and salad, followed by a long beach walk - note to self - make sure we return with surfboards in the future - great waves!

If you're gonna serve Asturian sidra for lunch, better make sure you've got a few bottles open. Comes in bottles or barrels...

Another day, another long lunch... We're in Oviedo, the capital of Asturias (northern Spain), so it has to be 'fabada', followed by sizzling chuletón steak. Much discussion about whether the fabada was as good as Giselle's (we decided it was a close 2nd). Washed down with gallons of still cider. Off trouser shopping tomorrow for a size bigger...

The influences of the Romans and Moors are just as present in the gastronomy of Castile as elsewhere in Spain. How could we pass through Segovia without sitting down to 'Cochinillo' roast suckling pig - with paper-thin crackling, roasted in a wood-fired oven by the 'maestro asadores' at @restauranteelbernadino, followed by Ponche Segoviano, a marzipan-covered cream and sponge confection, as light as can be. It was a relatively short lunch of about 3 hours... 🙄

Exploring the streets of Segovia got us thinking about what is "Spanish"? The doorways we pass seem to hold a bit of the answer - Phoenician, Roman, Jewish, Moorish, Mudejar, Castillian... a rich melting pot that is so much on display in many many parts of Spain. Even English perhaps after we discover Eleanor of England (daughter of Henry II) married Alfonso VIII and became Queen of Castile here in the castle in Segovia. Who knew!?

The royal palace La Granja de San Ildefonso was modelled on Versailles and sits nestled in the mountains close to Segovia in Castilla y León. Today, as the snow flurries began, on the 'Day of the Kings' (Epiphany), it was deserted and we had the 1,500 acre gardens to ourselves. Next stop Segovia...

Day 1 of our New Year's road trip through central and northern Spain kicked off with a breakfast of kings - tortilla sandwich, churros and choc - while visiting some old hang outs in the Guadarrama sierra. Catching up with some old friends before Reyes (epiphany) celebrations tomorrow in Escorial. It's great to be back exploring again ☺️

It’s the BIG WEEEEEEKEND – this weekend in Lyme! Businesses throughout the town are cooking up special offers for 48 hours only – and we’re no exception... A Strawberry Tree cookery experience makes a wonderful present, so we are giving away a FREE £25 voucher to everyone that books a cookery class or buys a cookery class voucher for 2 people this weekend. Your free £25 voucher is valid for a year but can be spent immediately! What will you spend yours on? Dinner in the restaurant? Some foodie treat from our shop? Or perhaps lunch out on us! See our current range of classes and experiences for 2025 here: https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events

Avocados, avocados, avocados! Pics from the Mogán Avocado Festival showcasing over 5 tonnes of avos - all different varieties, many organic, and all locally grown. A fascinating and delicious way to spend a morning 😋 🥑🥑🥑

Yesterday we took time out from our "busy schedule" to visit the 9th Mogán Avocado Festival! Who knew such a thing existed? Needless to say, we have never seen so many varieties and such enormous avos... And they tasted pretty good too 😋

Today we spent the morning in the cavernous Atarazanas market, sampling some amazing produce, marvelling at the abundant seafood, beautiful wild fungi, and so much more. It has been such a pleasure spending time with the team outside of work. Tomorrow we go our separate ways. Some to Granada, some to the UK, some to Michelin-starred kitchens up the coast... but all taking great memories with us of our time together here.

Day 3 in Málaga with our amazing team. Learning the difference between churros and porras; discovering the province's sweet wines at the heaving 'Antigua Casa de Guardia' bar; and dining at the Málaga institution that is El Pimpi, among the many highlights of the day.

The Strawberry Tree team está en España! We're in Málaga for a few days, trawling the bars, bodegas and restaurants for inspo, new recipes and a bit of 'Andalu' culture. And we're not missing the snow in Dorset one bit!! X

Paella Throwback - from the Popup Kitchen in 2021!! And funnily enough, we have a couple of spaces left on our paella class, olive oil tasting & lunch this Sunday 10th Nov. Kick off with coffee and biscuits before getting hands-on with your own paella. Discover the many variations of this Spanish classic, including a black squid-ink version, before tasting some of our favourite extra virgin olive oils. Then it’s time to prep the last of your seafood before settling down to lunch of your own paella with a glass or two of wine… It doesn’t matter what the weather is like outside, because our paella days are always full of Spanish sunshine 😊. Call us on 01297 445757 to book your place. https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/seafood-paella

A couple of highlights from our Southern Spanish Tapas class last Sunday, which as always was full of smiles and laughs and loads of fun. If you haven't tried our classes yet, why not!? #thetownmilllymeregis #slowspanishfood #lymeregis #dorsetfoodanddrink

Thanks to everyone that joined us for "A Spanish Dinner Party" demonstration cookery class last Sunday - we loved this one. These Sunday morning sessions are THE BEST way to spend a lazy Sunday morning! #lazysundaymornings

A big shout out to all the chefs out there... Happy International Chefs Day - yes, it really is a thing!!

Does anyone else remember their first cookbook? This was Giselle's. She's come a long way... 🤣

What a great class on Sunday! We immersed ourselves in the wonderful world of mushroom growing with Nick Philips - possibly one of the most fascinating sessions we have run to date and we will undoubtedly be repeating it next year. Thanks to everyone that spent your morning with us. Good luck with your mushroom kits... 🍄 #grownupmushrooms #thetownmilllymeregis

We’ve got a fascinating class this Sunday. Come and grow your own mushrooms and take them away! Spend the morning in the company of Nick Phillips, renowned forager, founder of the gourmet mushroom farm Grown Up Mushrooms, as he sets us up to grow, identify and eat our own mushrooms. Nick will show us how to create a mushroom log for the garden, a separate indoor kit for growing oyster mushrooms, and give us with everything we need to know about all things mushroomy… Our class includes all tuition, two mushroom growing kits, course notes, lunch, coffee on arrival and a glass of wine/ beer. Call us on 01297 445757 to book your space. https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/mushroom-class

We have a real treat lined up for next Sunday 22nd Sept – the next Strawberry Tree demo cookery class – this time featuring three classic Spanish dishes. This must be one of the best value experiences at just £24 per person for coffee, a glass of wine, the demo class and free tasters of everything we make (escabeche mussels, salt cod fritters and Tarta de Santiago almond tart). So grab a friend, pull up a seat in the Strawberry Tree demo kitchen and join us in Lyme Regis for our next interactive cookery session next Sunday morning, 11-1pm. Call 012987 445757 for tickets. www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/cookery-demo-Sept

This autumn sees two new demo classes. These must be one of the best ways to while away a Sunday morning. Watch, ask, taste, drink, enjoy... Tickets include great coffee to kick-off the morning, a glass of wine or beer later on, and of course tasters and samples of everything made by Giselle. Spend a couple of very relaxed hours with us in the Strawberry Tree demo kitchen learning how to make three delicious Spanish dishes. Tickets are £24. Sunday 22nd Sept – Three classic Spanish dishes. Sunday 20th October – A Spanish dinner party. https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events

Our paella class, olive oil tasting & lunch is one of the most enjoyable ways to spend a Sunday morning. Kick off with coffee and biscuits before getting hands-on with your own paella. Discover the many variations of this Spanish classic, including a black squid-ink version, before sampling some of our favourite extra virgin olive oils. Then it’s time to prep the last of your seafood before settling down to lunch of your own paella with a glass or two of wine… It doesn’t matter what the weather is like outside, because our paella days are always full of Spanish sunshine 😊 We currently have new autumn dates for Strawberry Tree cookery classes for Mushroom Growing; Enriched Breads; Classic Tapas; Paella; Puff Pastry with Maggie Richardson; Demo Classes and more, with new additions all the time. More info: https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events

Ever wondered about growing, identifying and eating your own mushrooms? Then come and spend the with Nick Phillips, renowned forager, founder of the gourmet mushroom farm Grown Up Mushrooms, and accredited member of the Association of Foragers. Nick will help us to create a mushroom log for our gardens, a separate indoor kit for growing oyster mushrooms, and furnish us with everything we need to know about all things mushroomy… cooking mushrooms, foraging fungi, tips on identification, top recipes, nutritional information, mushroom folklore and more... Our class includes all tuition, two mushroom growing kits, course notes, lunch, coffee on arrival and a glass of wine/ beer. Got a better way to spend a wet Sunday morning? https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/mushroom-class #lymeregis #cookeryschool #cookeryclass #slowspanishfood #charmouth #bridport #jurassiccoast #dorsetfoodanddrink #townmilllyme

Our tapas classes are some our most popular – so we’ve launched a new one – tapas from southern Spain. Come and spend the morning with Giselle, who has cheffed in Andalusia for much of her adult life, in this hands-on cookery class, learning to cook five beautiful dishes. Expect big bold flavours and sunshine food from Andalusia, blended with stories from Spain and beyond. Round it off with a glass of wine and a lazy lunch of the tapas you have cooked yourself, with plenty to take home too. Great company and great fun – join us for this new Spanish tapas cookery class. We currently have new autumn dates for Strawberry Tree cookery classes for Mushroom Growing; Enriched Breads; Classic Tapas; Paella; Puff Pastry with Maggie Richardson; Demo Classes and more, with new additions all the time. More info: https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events #lymeregis #cookeryschool #cookeryclass #slowspanishfood #charmouth #bridport #jurassiccoast #dorsetfoodanddrink

What a lovely night last night. Chilled tunes from DJ Ayvin, tours of the mill and bread tastings, craft beers and of course plenty of paella 🥘. Thank you to everybody that came along. Strawberry Tree is back open tonight for tapas, cocktails & wine as usual. Drop in and see us... #lymeregis #thetownmilllymeregis

What can you expect from a Strawberry Tree cookery class? Our classes, demos and experiences are all about the pleasure of exploring food and the stories it tells. No experience is necessary – just an enjoyment of good food and natural curiosity. We are blessed to be located in a spectacular setting at #townmilllyme, close to the beach in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Expect to be enlivened, nourished and entertained as we're brought back to the heart of what good food is all about - connection and joy. We explore the history and culture of our dishes too, so choose your class, dive in and join us in the Strawberry Tree kitchen. We currently have new autumn dates for Strawberry Tree cookery classes for Mushroom Growing; Enriched Breads; Classic Tapas; Paella; Puff Pastry with Maggie Richardson; Demo Classes and more, with new additions all the time. More info: https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events #lymeregis #cookeryschool #cookeryclass #slowspanishfood #charmouth #bridport #jurassiccoast #dorsetfoodanddrink

The 2nd "Summer Nights at @townmilllyme" evening is coming up next Wednesday - and this time with a twist. Due to the huge popularity of our paella, you can now pre-order to beat the queue and ensure you don't miss out. Following this link to pre-book: https://www.townmill.org.uk/buytickets/ The forecast is set to be warm and fine, so come along to this great chill-out evening – big-pan paella, jugs of sangria, bread tastings, craft beers and mellow tunes from DJ Ayvin – outdoors and family friendly in the beautiful courtyard and garden at The Town Mill. Entry is free and no booking is required – so come and grab a table. 5-10pm on Weds 14th August.

Chocolate babka and traditional Challah are two of our favourite breads - and the recipes in our Enriched Breads cookery class in our Autumn program of food experiences at Strawberry Tree. Both these breads are loaded with cultural symbolism (and chocolate!). In our class, you’ll also learn how to make Spanish “torrijas”, soaked in syrup – believe us, you’ll never look at stale bread the same way again – and take away your own finished breads at the end. Is there a better way to spend a Sunday morning? We currently have new autumn dates for Strawberry Tree cookery classes for Mushroom Growing; Enriched Breads; Classic Tapas; Paella; Puff Pastry with Maggie Richardson; Demo Classes and more, with new additions all the time. More info: https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/classes-events #lymeregis #cookeryschool #cookeryclass #slowspanishfood #charmouth #bridport #jurassiccoast #dorsetfoodanddrink

Summer is truly here – which means the return of ‘Summer Nights' at The Town Mill in Lyme Regis. These are the ultimate chill-out evenings – big-pan paellas and jugs of sangria from Strawberry Tree, bread tastings, craft beers and mellow tunes from DJ Ayvin – outdoors and family friendly in the beautiful courtyard and garden at The Town Mill. Entry is free and no booking is required – so come and grab a table. 6-10pm on Weds 31st July and Weds 14th August. https://www.strawberry-tree.co.uk/summer-nights

Is this the best kept secret in Lyme? The Miller's Garden at #townmilllyme behind Strawberry Tree. An idyllic spot under the mulberry tree - perfect to enjoy a coffee, count the butterflies and listen to the gurgling river as it ambles by...

Maggie is back! By extremely popular demand - join @maggietheseasidebaker (“The Seaside Baker” and GBBO star) and Giselle on a puff pastry roller-coaster to learn the secret to great rough-puff pastry, how to make two classic puff pastry recipes, and takeaway your spoils to enjoy at home in a new one-off class. Your co-hosts will hold your hand through a hugely enjoyable morning of puff pastry adventures, making your own Millefeuille dessert, a classic Tart Tatin, and plenty of rough-puff pastry – all to take home with you – with plenty of GBBO anecdotes along the way. Come and spend the morning in the company of one the most charismatic mentors we know! https://www.strawberry-tree#dorsetfoodanddrink #lymeregis #cookeryschool #cookeryclass #slowspanishfood #charmouth #bridport #jurassiccoast #dorsetfoodanddrink

We often get asked why tapas and why Spain? The answer lies in the fact that between us we have more than 60 years' experience living, cooking, eating and drinking in the Iberian Peninsula. We love Spanish & Moorish food, its regional diversity and the stories that it tells. We love the place that food and drink have in Spanish and North African culture and day-to-day life, where it is always an excuse to catch up with people, to spend time with family and friends. So come and join us for lunch or dinner, or in the kitchen for one of our cookery classes. We would love to have you round our table! #cookeryclass #thetownmilllymeregis #lymeregis #dorsetfoodanddrink

The Town Mill in Lyme Regis is a hidden gem. As this photo shows, it is located just a stone's throw from the beach, but is often overlooked by visitors and locals alike. It is home not only to Strawberry Tree restaurant, cafe and cookery school, but also to a group of fabulous artisan makers, from a seamstress and silversmith, potter and artists, through to the #lymeregisbrewery, Malthouse Gallery and of course the pre-Doomsday mill and waterwheel that are still in use. So if you're visiting Lyme, or just a local, venture off the beaten track and come find us all at The Town Mill. #dorsetfoodanddrink #thetownmilllymeregis #cookeryclass #lymeregis

What can you expect from a Strawberry Tree cookery class? Our classes and experiences are all about the pleasure of exploring food and the stories it tells. No experience is necessary – just an enjoyment of good food and natural curiosity. Expect to be enlivened, nourished and entertained as we're brought back to the heart of what good food is all about - connection and joy. We explore the history and culture of our dishes too, so join us in the kitchen for an unmissable Sunday morning packed full of smiles and laughter. #cookeryclass #dorsetfoodanddrink #lymeregis

Our paella class, olive oil tasting & lunch is one of the most enjoyable ways to spend a Sunday morning. Kick off with coffee and biscuits before getting hands-on with your own paella. Discover the many variations of this Spanish classic, including a black squid-ink version, before sampling some of our favourite extra virgin olive oils. Then it’s time to prep the last of your seafood before settling down to lunch of your own paella with a glass or two of wine… It doesn’t matter what the weather is like outside, because our paella days are always full of Spanish sunshine 😊 #dorsetfoodanddrink #lymeregis #cookeryclass

Our tapas classes are some our most popular – so we’ve launched a new one – tapas from southern Spain. Come and spend the morning with Giselle, who has cheffed in Andalusia for much of her adult life, in this hands-on cookery class, learning to cook five beautiful dishes. Expect big bold flavours and sunshine food from Andalusia, blended with stories from Spain and beyond. Round it off with a glass of wine and a lazy lunch of the tapas you have cooked yourself, with plenty to take home too. Great company and great fun – join us for this new Spanish tapas cookery class. #cookeryclasses #dorsetfoodanddrink #lymeregis

We were recently introduced to Alasdair from @theoldways.farm near Bridport - and what an introduction! We love our eggs at Strawberry Tree - we make fresh mayonnaise every day, as well as using eggs in our tapas, cakes and, of course, for breadcrumbing our croquetas and crispy aubergines every day. We use about 150 eggs every week. At The Old Ways Farm, just down the road from us in Symondsbury, Alasdair practices regenerative farming, using high-welfare systems that mimic nature and improve biodiversity and soil health. So next time you wonder why our tortillas are so golden or why our croquetas are so damn good, you know why! Thank you Alasdair. 🐓 https://theoldways.farm/

A huge thank you to @jimonaxe from @morenowines for co-hosting our paired wine tasting and lunch last Sunday at Strawberry Tree HQ. The theme was 'New Wave Spain' and what a terrific selection of wines we tasted - from the Basque Country and Galicia, to Ribera del Duero, Castilla y Leon and beyond! All paired with a five-course lunch from Giselle. Look out for more tasting and cookery events coming soon... 🍷

Strawberry Tree was at the Wines From Spain annual tasting again this year, meeting suppliers old and new and enjoying some really special wines. Lots of highlights but especially the albariños from #latruchaalbariño and several bangers from #morenowines, so keep an eye on our restaurant list for new additions 😋🍷 #wfstasting

A huge thank you to the extremely lovely #maggietheseasidebaker, who was the focus of our latest Sunday morning Cook & Tell demonstration session last weekend. Two hours of laughing, joking and being regaled by her tales from behind the scenes on the Great British Bake Off. As well as some top baking tips to take away, and some delicious tasters too. To be honest, we could have gone on for another two hours without pausing for breath. Thank you Maggie - we really hope you will come back and see us soon. 🙏 Keep on freestyling 😁 #cookeryclasses #gbbo #freestyle

Are you a Bake Off fan? We have just four tickets left to meet Great British Bake-Off star, Maggie 'The Seaside Baker' Richardson, and find out what goes on behind the scenes on this iconic show. Maggie will be cooking and chatting with Strawberry Tree co-founder and head chef, Giselle Benrimoj at Strawberry Tree in Lyme Regis this Sunday. Expect to be transported to the GBBO studios as Maggie relives some of her Bake-Off journey and gives us a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the big tent. It promises to be a very special Sunday morning! Tickets just £20, including a glass of wine and free tasters. Call 01297 445757. #thetownmilllymeregis

Wondering how to start your Saturday? How about proper Spanish churros and chocolate with us at Strawberry Tree! Find us at The Town Mill in Lyme from 11am this morning 😋

How do you choose the right ice cream? Well, you try as many as possible of course! Pass the double-chocolate... Excited to be selling #babooicecream this summer. #lymeregis #icecream #moreplease❤️

Our tapas classes are some of the most popular -and fun- that we run. And they always seem to attract the most lovely people! Have you done one? #cookeryclasses #lymeregis #dorsetfood #visitdorset #muddystilettos #bridport #charmouth

Thanks to everyone who helped us taste through ten new Spanish white wines on Sunday evening in our search to replace two new wines on our list. It was fascinating to see how different everybody's tastes and preferences are. More importantly, your scores, comments and notes have led us to choose three new wonderful white wines that will be available on our list in a couple of weeks - come and enjoy them with us, and a tapa or two...

Did you know that Strawberry Tree can be hired for your private event? We love opening our wonderful space and throwing a good party! These treats from last week... 😋 #partyfood #birthdaycelebrations🎉

Churros, chocolate, churros, chocolate, churros, chocolate… can you have too many? We now sell PROPER Spanish churros to eat-in or takeaway. Every lunchtime on weekends, high days and holidays. Come and get your fix!

A big thank you to all our class participants who attended Sunday's meat curing masterclass with @lambposts. What a fascinating glimpse into the world of salt and time. Cured lomo pork loin, Spanish chorizo and beautiful bacon were all part of the day spent with the ever-effervescent Steven Lamb ☺️. And of course the star of the show - incredible organic pork from nearby @hayefarmdevon. If you missed it - join us for one of our other cookery classes and experiences - they're the ultimate Sunday morning treat.

Roses are red… Violets are blue… Gordals are green… and a great way to say ”Olive You!” Check out our shop for more perfect puns and pairings for the foodie in your life.

Sundays at Strawberry Tree are our favourite days of the week, and this Sunday is no exception. Join us for a five-course tapas lunch with paired sherries and tutored tastings from sherry revolutionary Antonio Moronés of Diatomists Wines. We are delighted to be welcoming back Antonio to Strawberry Tree to share in his charm, infectious enthusiasm and knowledge. We have just one table left for this lunch and tasting. Tickets are £55pp, including the sherry flight, so come and join us for a terrific Sunday. Call us on 01297 445757.

The ‘hottest’ ticket for January in Lyme… On Friday 2nd Feb, @highgrangedevon is teaming up with us for a special Spanish feast – and things are going to get flamin’ hot! @highgrangedevon will be slow cooking smoked pork shoulder for 18 hours and bringing it to Lyme Regis where they will set up their grills in the Strawberry Tree garden for an indoor feast. There will also be a sort of Spanish Burns night - a ‘queimada’ - where a Galician flaming punch will be lit and special incantations read to give it special powers and ward off bad spirits. Theatre and fire If you’d rather a takeaway you can too, collecting from High Grange or Strawberry Tree. Book directly with us to sit down, or via the High Grange website if you’d like a takeaway version: https://www.highgrangedevon.com/all-shop/strawberry-tree-24 Tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss this special night.