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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
Cornish Walks: Lansallos
Jun 12

Jun 12 Cornish Walks: Lansallos

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel
Cornish Walks: the Scenic Mawnan Smith Peninsula
Jun 12

Jun 12 Cornish Walks: the Scenic Mawnan Smith Peninsula

Martin Hesp
Travel, Walks
MAGIC MOMENTS IN NORTHERN SRI LANKA: A JOURNEY THROUGH TRINCOMALEE, JAFFNA, MANNAR & WILPATTU
Jun 9

Jun 9 MAGIC MOMENTS IN NORTHERN SRI LANKA: A JOURNEY THROUGH TRINCOMALEE, JAFFNA, MANNAR & WILPATTU

Martin Hesp
Travel, Hotels
Learning to Cook Cornish Fish with My Fish Kitchen | Stay at Budock Vean Hotel
Jun 8

Jun 8 Learning to Cook Cornish Fish with My Fish Kitchen | Stay at Budock Vean Hotel

Martin Hesp
Food, Hotels, Travel
Exploration of Sri Lankan food
Jun 3

Jun 3 Exploration of Sri Lankan food

Martin Hesp
Food, Travel
Spiritual Encounters and Wild Roads: A Sri Lanka Travel Adventure Part One
Jun 1

Jun 1 Spiritual Encounters and Wild Roads: A Sri Lanka Travel Adventure Part One

Martin Hesp
Travel
Sri Lanka's Batik Revival: A Journey Through Culture, Colour and Craftsmanship
May 27

May 27 Sri Lanka's Batik Revival: A Journey Through Culture, Colour and Craftsmanship

Martin Hesp
Travel
Sri Lanka Road Trip: A Journey Through Chaos, Beauty and Humanity
May 27

May 27 Sri Lanka Road Trip: A Journey Through Chaos, Beauty and Humanity

Martin Hesp
Travel
Cider, Ridges and Hidden Tales from West Dorset’s Marshwood Vale
May 12

May 12 Cider, Ridges and Hidden Tales from West Dorset’s Marshwood Vale

Martin Hesp
Food & Drink, Travel
Discovering the Best English Tea-Gardens: A Unique British Tradition
May 10

May 10 Discovering the Best English Tea-Gardens: A Unique British Tradition

Martin Hesp
Food & Drink, 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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