The Almanac

Tales from the Kitchen Garden

noun [ C ] (also almanack) a handbook, typically published annually, that includes information for the year such as important days, weather, seasons and nature.
02 December 2024

Five of the best reasons to visit Cornwall this winter

When you think of Cornwall, chances are you’re picturing an idyllic day in summer. But most Kernow-philes keep a closely guarded secret: it’s even better in winter. Here’s what hidden gems are waiting in our picturesque patch in the west through the colder months…

02 December 2024

BIG PIG Christmas Gift Guide 2024

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas... which means it’s time to start ticking off that festive gift list!

25 November 2024

From our house to yours

Our Creative Director Judy Hutson shares her best tips and tricks on how to get THE PIG’s style at home.

14 November 2024

24 hours in a Stream Wagon at THE PIG-at Combe

Nestled in the Otter Valley and just 15 minutes from the coast, our secluded Elizabethan Gem, THE PIG-at Combe, is tucked quietly amongst the rolling hills. If you’re looking to get closer to nature, our five Stream Wagons are for the adventurous pair! These aren’t just your average Wagons – ours are a whole different ball game…

14 November 2024

Come inside with House of Hackney

We’re long-term fans of House of Hackney at THE PIGs. From cushions to curtains and wallpaper to furniture, you’ll find so many of their prints and pieces round at our place. We sit down with founders Freida & Javvy to find out what makes our styles works so well together…

13 October 2024

Autumn Kitchen Garden update from Zack

As we ease into a brand-new season, our Kitchen Gardeners are busy across THE PIGs clearing the last of the summer crops and waving goodbye to the warmer days, whilst welcoming in crisper days (plus a few more sprinkles)! We sat down with Zack, Head Kitchen Gardener, at THE PIG-near Bath over in Somerset to see what they're up to at this time of year...

10 October 2024

Picked & Pickled

Our team at THE PIG-at Bridge Place lift the lid on how their much-loved pickling wall helps preserve the fresh ingredients they harvest in the Kitchen Garden, to use all year round.

08 October 2024

Our Autumn Foraging Finds

All of our kitchens love to make the most of wild seasonal produce. Over the years, we’ve built relationships with a network of foragers who bring us the best finds hiding on our doorstep. These picks are from Peter, our master forager at THE PIG in the New Forest.

02 October 2024

Garden Squash & Old Winch Cheese Straws Recipe

Cheese straws are a classic nibble, aren’t they? These beauties, which blend the tang of the cheese with the smooth gorgeousness of squash make an excellent effect. We find they go particularly well with a glass of English sparkling wine.

19 September 2024

Walk for Wellbeing with Hospitality Action

Our PIG people across the hotels are taking part in Hospitality Action's Walk for Wellbeing. It’s going to be a great day of fun, fresh air, and supporting a fantastic cause we care so much about!

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