Torbay is hosting a national celebration of Seafood

The wonderful seafood traditions of our Naturally Inspiring Bay will be given a national platform from September 29 – October 15, when England’s Seafood FEAST returns to the English Riviera.
This celebration of seafood will see an incredible array of experiences and special menus at over 30 eateries. Seafood lovers will be able to visit the world-renowned Brixham Fish Market and also meet the inspiring Faces of the FEAST spearheading it all.
Alongside a whole host of exclusive events, the English Riviera’s best independent eateries will showcase an array of seafood set menus, platters and tasting menus available throughout the two-week celebration.
On select dates during the FEAST (October 4, 5, 11 and 12), Brixham Fish Market will open its doors for early morning tours, providing an exclusive glimpse into the landing site of England’s biggest catch.
Over 40 species of fish and shellfish are regularly sold at the daily online auction and the behind-the-scenes experience offers an exciting insight into the seafood industry before a seafood breakfast at Rockfish overlooking the harbour.
There’s an opportunity to Meet the Maker (October 12) with Simon Hulstone from The Elephant and Frazer Pugh from The Hand Picked Scallop Co.
Meet another maker at an Exclusive Celebration Seafood Supper at Sandridge Barton (September 29). Tour the winery whilst sipping a glass of sparkling wine and sampling local oysters before being served a special five-course tasting menu (with optional wine flight) showcasing local independent fisherman Keith's best catches.
Catch and Cook at Cary Arms (October 6) - spend the day fishing from the pier on Babbacombe Beach, before heading back to the inn to enjoy your catch, cooked by the chef.
Art enthusiasts can meet local artist Becky Bettesworth at Hampton by Hilton Hotel (October 13), indulging in a coastal afternoon tea while she shares her inspiring journey and what fuels her creativity as an artist by the sea.
Meet Matt Newbury, author of Wild Swimming Walks (Torbay, Dartmoor and South Devon and Cornwall editions) for a Seafood Feast Dip and Dine at Cantina (October 3). The evening will include inspirational talks and short films, all swimming-related, and a delicious bowl of warming seafood chowder.
The Guardhouse Cafe on Berry Head Nature Reserve is teaming up with local bird expert and illustrator, Mike Langman, for a ‘Seabirds and Seafood’ Guided Walk and Breakfast (October 10). As participants venture along the clifftops, they can expect to spot the first returning winter flock of guillemots and keep their eyes peeled for kittiwakes, skuas and shearwaters.
They may even catch the occasional sighting of dolphins and porpoises, while the lucky few may see splashes of huge Atlantic bluefin tuna further out to sea. A scallop benedict will be served on return to the award-winning cafe.
Delivering fun for all the family in Goodrington, Seafest (September 30) is a one-day celebration of the sea and the remarkable coastline. Highlights include theatre performances, live music, entertainers, watersport taster sessions, a beach clean, family beach activities, art workshops, escapology, short films, mermaids, a wash-away art gallery, treasure hunts and a Parade of the Sea that everyone can join in. Later that day, Loluli’s will be hosting a 'Fish Over Fire Takeover’ at Otto, on Torquay harbourside, combining amazing local seafood with a theatrical display of fire.
Mitch Tonks, restaurateur and owner of Rockfish, says: “The world of seafood can be a bit of a mystery sometimes, we often stick to the things we know. Our Seafood Coast in England has the most amazing range of species caught and landed in our waters by our fishermen.”
Carolyn Custerson, Chief Executive of the English Riviera BID Company, added: “England’s Seafood FEAST is an occasion for both locals and visitors to the area to fully immerse themselves in a true celebration of our locally caught and landed seafood.”
England’s Seafood FEAST is brought to you by English Riviera BID Company and kindly sponsored by Torbay Council and Henderson Seafood.
Visit www.theseafoodfeast.co.uk