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Looking for a taste bud tingling day out to impress clients, reward the team or an excuse to bring everyone together? Browse our food and drinks listings, then tuck in.

From cookery courses and foraging to world class vineyards, breweries, and distilleries, Michelin starred restaurants and afternoon teas with views out to sea, it’s all here to sample in Kent.

Whatever you have the appetite for, the Garden of England never disappoints, and it’s all on the doorstep within each reach of London, but just as convenient for Kent based businesses too.

We are delighted to introduce you to a selection of Kent based companies serving up a smorgasbord of delight to accompany whatever your business has on its plate – in style.

Kent is at the heart of English wine country, with the same chalky soil as Champagne in France and a growing list of producers – from Chapel Down to Gusbourne – all imbued with an award-winning reputation that will sit nicely alongside your brand.

The county is also home to Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewery whose hop picking success continues to inspire new producers of craft ale, ciders and gin, many of them offering tours and experiences for businesses to enjoy.

And for those foodies among you, including those of your team paid to entertain or if you’ve found yourself peckish one lunchtime near a hedgerow, Kent’s foraging classes and cookery schools could be just the thing.

They’re a great way to learn new skills and gain insights on the tastes of your team from pastry making to cooking for dinner parties and following rural trails to pick edible plants and fungi – and once you’re done, there might be chickens to feed too.

Macknade Fine Foods based in Faversham offer a variety of events and experiences, from tutored wine tastings, butchery master classes and coffee workshops to corporate dinners, exclusive shopping evenings and Christmas parties.

Hannah Scott, otherwise known as Dr Forager meanwhile takes clients on a two hour foraging walk that introducing some tasty coastal edibles that are served up later for lunch.

And finally, Chequers Kitchen Cookery School in Deal provides team building days for up to 10 people, half and full days and more bespoke options too, providing a real sense of satisfaction gained from prepare a wonderful meal – preparing, negotiating, timing, multi-tasking and more in the most delicious way.

Explore more food and drink experiences here.

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