HERE'S chance to discover the warmth and hospitality hidden along the narrow streets of a quaint Cheshire town.

Taste Knutsford is a walking food and drink tour that celebrates the best culinary treats on offer from passionate independent venues.

Guests can sample a variety of foods from brunch, charcuterie, chocolate and sorbet to tapas, afternoon tea and gin.

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Two new venues have been added this year.

Tatton Perk will be showcasing their V60 brew methods and offering two samples along with tasting notes and three hot chocolate tasters.

The Courthouse Cheshire are adding their brunch to the mix.

Each tour visits takes around three hours and visits seven venues and changes depending on the seasons and restaurants involved.

Most stops will be ‘on the go’ tastings but two will include the chance to sit down.

Groups are kept small, normally with no more than 15 people.

The first tours this year take place on Friday, February 17 and Saturday, February 18.

The concept was launched in 2018 and, apart from a break due to Covid, have proved popular with visitors and residents alike, with many booking repeat tours.

Mark Lee-Kilgariff, owner of Tatton Perk said: “Now we have permanent premises, joining Taste Knutsford was a no-brainer for us.

“The tour champions both our independents and our gorgeous town.

“We can’t wait to take part in the first tour and introduce people to the Tatton Perk experience.”

Sandra Curties, town centre manager, said: “We love arranging these tours.

“The feedback we receive is always positive with guests leaving very full.

“Our tour guides are knowledgeable about each venue and the town, encouraging quests to stay, linger and spend in Knutsford.”

The current list of venues include:

• April’s Kitchen

• Cheshire Quality

• Cranford Café & Sandwich Bar

• Dexter and Jones

• Evuna

• Morgan Edwards

• Jonty’s Fruit and Veg

• Hot Cocoa

• Real Fruit Creamery

• Courthouse Cheshire

• Market Hall Butcher

• Market Café

• The Tea Room

• Detaljer

• Tatton Perk

Any small regional or independent hospitality venue can join the list of venues.

To book visit tasteknutsford.co.uk Private tours for eight or more guests can also be arranged.