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Welcome to my food and travel website

Martin Hesp

Martin Hesp: Food and Travel Writer & Journalist
Discover Travel Tales and Culinary Delights from Around the World
The Classic English Cream Tea
May 2

May 2 The Classic English Cream Tea

Martin Hesp
Food
Springtime Foraging In The UK
Apr 28

Apr 28 Springtime Foraging In The UK

Martin Hesp
Food
Razor Clams, Delicious Shellfish Sometimes Found In The Scillies
Apr 23

Apr 23 Razor Clams, Delicious Shellfish Sometimes Found In The Scillies

Martin Hesp
Food, Devon Cornwall & Somerset
Indulgence Catering: Cornish Culinary Gem
Apr 21

Apr 21 Indulgence Catering: Cornish Culinary Gem

Martin Hesp
Travel, Food, Devon Cornwall & Somerset
The Fallen Angel: A Luxury Hideaway Above Mousehole, Cornwall
Apr 21

Apr 21 The Fallen Angel: A Luxury Hideaway Above Mousehole, Cornwall

Martin Hesp
Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset
Authentic Italian Cuisine at Masseria Il Frontoio, Puglia
Apr 18

Apr 18 Authentic Italian Cuisine at Masseria Il Frontoio, Puglia

Martin Hesp
Food, Europe, Travel
Easter Food Tradition in the UK
Apr 18

Apr 18 Easter Food Tradition in the UK

Martin Hesp
Food
Quick Stay in Malmo, Sweden
Apr 17

Apr 17 Quick Stay in Malmo, Sweden

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Travel
Cornish Walks - Luxulyan Valley
Apr 16

Apr 16 Cornish Walks - Luxulyan Valley

Martin Hesp
Devon Cornwall & Somerset, Walks, Travel
Have You Seen The Netflix Show About La Palma?
Apr 15

Apr 15 Have You Seen The Netflix Show About La Palma?

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Travel
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Martin Hesp: Award-Winning Food and Travel Writer

Welcome to the digital home of my culinary and travel explorations. As a journalist and author with over 20 years of experience—including my extensive work with the Western Morning News and Western Daily Press and my "Hesp Out West" series—I have dedicated my career to uncovering the stories that make a place truly special. From the rugged coastlines of Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset to the hidden culinary gems of the Caribbean and Europe, this site is a collection of my journeys and a guide for fellow travellers.

On these pages, you will find a curated selection of travel tales, detailed hotel reviews, and local food guides. I am particularly passionate about the heritage of the South West of England, covering everything from the best post-Christmas walks in the West Country to the rise of artisanal food producers in our region. As a member of the British Guild of Travel Writers, I strive to provide high-quality, independent journalism that offers a deep sense of place through long-form storytelling and photography.

Whether you are seeking inspiration for a weekend hotel stay in Switzerland, a challenging hike through a National Trust estate, or a deep dive into local beer and drink culture, my goal is to provide insights you won't find in a standard brochure. Thank you for joining me on this adventure through the world of food and travel.

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