Zoey's business thrives on local produce

The Somerset countryside is a constant source of kitchen inspiration for chef Zoey Porter. Surrounded by the rich variety of produce which grows in our region, Zoey never finds herself short of vital ingredients.

And she’ll be on the hunt for even more since adding a new client to her ever-expanding list.

Zoey has been named as the restaurateur at Blagdon Lodge, the central club house for Blagdon Village, Taunton’s newest lifestyle village for the over 60s. And she’s looking forward to cooking up her traditional dishes for the residents.

“I specialise in providing quality fresh food, well presented,” said Zoey, who lives in Taunton. “It will be perfectly complimented by the beautiful surroundings at Blagdon Village.

“I endeavour to include as many locally grown vegetables and fruit in my recipes as possible and I use locally reared beef and poultry too. That way I know just where my ingredients have come from, can support the local economy and provide the freshest food possible.”

It was the residents which attracted Zoey to her new role. “They were so warm and friendly when I visited that I knew I’d enjoy cooking for them,” said Zoey.

The introduction of Zoey, who will be starting off by providing Sunday lunches and staging theme nights in the restaurant, marks the latest stage in the life of the village, which sees new residents moving in virtually every week.

Blagdon Village is in the sought-after Haines Hill area of the town, off Middleway.

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