Potluck Cornwall

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Potluck Cornwall - What's it all about? It's a chance to meet new people (of all ages), make new friends, and eat good food together whilst supporting local Cornish businesses. If anyone would like to join or knows of anyone that could do with getting out and socialising with others, or you have recently moved or retired to Cornwall? or if you know of anyone that is alone, or maybe you love food b

ut your partner doesn't or maybe you have lost friends after a divorce or separation and would like to make some new ones, then Potluck Cornwall might be the answer. Not only do we eat out but we do actual 'potlucks' where each person brings a dish and we share each other’s food, we discover the best Sunday lunches, we go on foraging walks, we have food-related movies nights, we were part of the 2018 Fal River Festival and brought the first Gin Cruise to Cornwall and lots lots more.

Still thinking about this one… 🍜I went with friends to The Food Barn - Tregew this morning for the Big Food Barn Weeken...
02/05/2026

Still thinking about this one… 🍜

I went with friends to The Food Barn - Tregew this morning for the Big Food Barn Weekend and stumbled across Good Luck Duck
I got chatting to the lovely Matty and Lue, the faces behind the business as I had seen they are doing a BBQ with Feechi's soon.

After umming and arrring about whether to go for a typical Ramen, they twisted my arm and told me to try a "Tantanmen"

It completely caught me off guard. It was a silky, creamy peanutty broth with just the right amount of heat, packed with deep flavour. Proper noodles, tender meat, topped with a perfect egg, every sip just hit the spot. Honestly, I have not had ramen quite like that before, absolutely sublime.

What Matty & Lue are doing is something special. Big flavours, no shortcuts. Love, love, love Japanese food. Makes me miss my food friend Naoko's Kitchen LLP

If you see Good Luck Duck pop up anywhere in Cornwall...Go. You won't be disappointed.

www.instagram.com/goodluckduckgrill

For the next two Tuesdays, Chef Alfred Petty is changing things up for Volumes 9 & 10 at Petty Fours Restaurant offering...
01/05/2026

For the next two Tuesdays, Chef Alfred Petty is changing things up for Volumes 9 & 10 at Petty Fours Restaurant offering guests the chance to explore a specially curated sharing plates menu.

For £38 per person, guests will enjoy all of the below menu in a relaxed yet refined dining experience.

Whether you come alone, with friends, or hoping to meet new people, these evenings are open to everyone and designed to create meaningful shared experiences around the table.

🗓️ Tuesday 5th & Tuesday 12th May

🎟️ Now ticketed due to high demand and late cancellations - please secure your seat(s) before Monday 4th/11th - https://www.potluckcornwall.co.uk/upcoming-events/test-kitchen-tuesdays

We look forward to welcoming you.

Taor x

Sharing on behalf of one of our Potluck members 🎨Deborah will be part of a special one-day exhibition on Sunday 3rd May,...
24/04/2026

Sharing on behalf of one of our Potluck members 🎨

Deborah will be part of a special one-day exhibition on Sunday 3rd May, celebrating her work with three other artists and the unique worlds they bring to life through their art.

It’s set to be a vibrant, creative day filled with colour, energy, and connection.

📍 The Shed behind The Tinners Arms, Zennor
🕚 From 11am onwards
🍹 Drinks from 11am
🎶 DJ throughout the day

Featuring Deborah Creed, Anthony Frost, Louise McClary, and Rod Walker.

If you’re nearby, do drop in, support the artists, and enjoy a day of art and celebration ✨

23/04/2026

Met Karl today at uni who I have been following for a while on Instagram. He came and spoke with passion and concern for the young generations and showcased what he has been doing for the last 3 years with his sustainable business Big F-T's Shack Rockpool Adventures and I'm in awe.

I've met so many people over the last few days that are making a change for good in our communities and I feel the need to do more.

For those that care about children, people and the planet, please check out what Karl is doing. As I feel very strongly about children immersing themselves with nature and becoming more grounded and getting away from constant screen time. We could all do with a bit of rock pooling.

"What people understand, they protect".

https://bookwhen.com/bigftsshack

22/04/2026

Today I attended a really meaningful and thought-provoking day centred around Hospitality Roots, and it felt aligned with so much of what I care about going forward with Potluck Cornwall.

The Cornwall Hospitality Collective created a space that was not only informative, but genuinely inspiring and rooted in shared purpose.

The conversations around sustainability really resonated. Hearing what businesses are already doing, alongside acknowledging the gaps that still exist, reinforce how important it is that we keep learning from one another.
It’s a reminder that small, collective actions, especially at a local level, can create real, lasting change for both people and the planet.

There were also some great takeaways around zero food waste, which directly feeds into work I’m currently doing at university. It was encouraging to hear practical approaches and honest reflections from others working towards the same goal.

The discussion around food security in the UK particularly stood out. It’s striking how disconnected many people still are from where their food comes from, and with such a small percentage of people buying local, it raises important questions. How do we better support the incredible network of micro businesses here in Cornwall? And how do we help build a more resilient, community-led food system before we reach a tipping point?

It was also brilliant to connect with so many people doing positive, purposeful work, and to reconnect with familiar faces.

Spaces like this really highlight the power of community and shared values.

After a recommendation from a fellow Potluck member, I finally made it to Romano’s in Carbis Bay… and wow, what a find.T...
20/04/2026

After a recommendation from a fellow Potluck member, I finally made it to Romano’s in Carbis Bay… and wow, what a find.

This family-run trattoria has been quietly doing its thing for the past 3 years. In the kitchen is 22-year-old self-taught son Taylor cooking alongside his Dad (Steve), while his Mom (Melissa) and their friend Josiah run front of house.

From the moment I walked through the door
we were welcomed to sit onto the “friends & family” table, and it genuinely felt like that all evening.

Plate after plate of beautiful, generous, creative Italian cooking. The menu changes weekly.

We chose a few plates to start, the Grilled Artichoke Heart with Pecorino Romano & Lemon, English Asparagus with Parmigiano & Anchovy oil (which I wanted to hide somewhere and lick the plate clean it was that mourish) and Canederli in Brodo// Speck with breadcrumb Dumpling in Broth with Lardo, then for mains I chose the Spring Lamb Chops (after spotting them on Instagram and not being able to stop thinking about them), while Ruth went for the Whole Sea Bass.

And to finish… a properly boozy Tiramisu that was just heavenly and like no other. The best of the best.

The whole experience felt a bit transcendental, one of those meals where everything just hits right. Warm, welcoming and completely sublime and generous.

Ruth said in all our years eating out together she’s never heard me be so theatrical making so many yummy noises… and honestly, she was doing the same 😂

One to get firmly on your to-eat list.

There are some spaces available for this Tuesdays Test Kitchen at Petty Fours Restaurant in Truro. 3 courses for £38Pre-...
17/04/2026

There are some spaces available for this Tuesdays Test Kitchen at Petty Fours Restaurant in Truro. 3 courses for £38

Pre-bookings only through https://www.pettyfours.co.uk/bookings

I just want to give a huge shout out to the incredibly talented Chef Darryl Collins of Yumii Patisserie, who in my eyes ...
03/04/2026

I just want to give a huge shout out to the incredibly talented Chef Darryl Collins of Yumii Patisserie, who in my eyes is the best Patisserie Extraordinaire ever!!

With over 30 years of experience crafting the most exquisite desserts (and a finalist on Bake Off: The Professionals 2018 to his name), Darryl’s creations are not only absolutely stunning to look at, but they taste phenomenal.

I first met Darryl back in 2021 when he was at the Meudon Hotel, and to this day I haven’t forgotten the most beautiful dessert I’ve EVER experienced (photos below for proof). It really left a lasting impression. So you can imagine how excited I am to see him now right on my doorstep at The Arborist Cafe. I’ve been following his journey ever since, and it’s amazing to see him bringing his dream to life so close to home… although maybe a little too close for my waistline 😅

I wish Darryl all the success, as he truly deserves it.

If you’re anywhere near Playing Place, do yourself a favour and go and treat yourself. You won’t regret it.

https://www.yumii.co.uk

02/04/2026

Last Friday we hosted something a little different at Fern.

We welcomed Potluck, a group of people coming together to share a table, some good food and a proper evening.

Some meeting for the first time, others just keen to connect, chat and enjoy a night out with new faces.

No big occasion, no expectations. Just good conversation, shared plates and a relaxed atmosphere.

It was a great way to experience Fern.

We loved having you all and look forward to welcoming you back.

For our 48th Chat & Eat Night, we had the pleasure of collaborating with the brilliant team at FernCornwall ⸙There’s so...
22/03/2026

For our 48th Chat & Eat Night, we had the pleasure of collaborating with the brilliant team at FernCornwall ⸙

There’s something really special about supporting a new restaurant finding its feet, and from the moment we walked in, you could feel the care, passion and quiet confidence behind what they’re building.

The evening unfolded just as we love it at Potluck Cornwall, relaxed, welcoming, and full of good conversation over genuinely thoughtful food and drink.

We started with a welcome drink and a hash brown with taramasalata & cucumber (I'm not going to lie, I could have eaten a whole plate of these… they were seriously moreish).

Once seated, the menu continued to impress:
~ BBQ squash with burnt orange ponzu, kohlrabi & furikake
~ Beef cake with mussel & dulse ketchup and crispy mussels
~ Smoked Cornish news with wild garlic & bacon crumb
~ and a salted caramel custard with yoghurt, ginger snap & lime to finish.

Each dish showcased local ingredients in a creative way.

As always, these evenings are about so much more than what’s on the plate. It’s about the people around the table, new faces, returning friends, conversations flowing, and that shared feeling of connection that makes these nights what they are.

A big thank you to the team at Fern for having us and for putting so much heart and soul into the evening, we’re excited to see what’s ahead for you. And to everyone who came along, thank you for being part of it.

Why eat alone, when we can eat together?
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