St. Petroc's Bistro, Cornwall

His recent philandering aside, I’ve always had a bit of a soft spot for Rick Stein. He seems to be much more of a cook than a chef and doesn’t seem determined to take over the world through the medium of advertising and being irritating (Jamie Oliver) or aggression and having a big scone for a chin (Gordon effing Ramsay). No, Mr Stein seems to like to produce yummy food with local ingredients, whilst aided by a small dog. So do I, although my small dog is very much in the land of the living; I suspect Chalky has long since passed over to doggie heaven. So, when we went on holiday to north ... more

Rick Steins St Petroc's Bistro - Cornwall Rick Stein and Padstow in Cornwall are synonymous with one another. He has four restaurants in the small harbour town and is probably responsible for there being many other excellent places to eat there. At the top of the tree is Stein's flagship: The Seafood Restaurant. Opened in 1975 this restaurant is the heart of the Stein empire. Next up is St. Petroc's Bistro, more accessibly priced with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. He also has Rick Stein's Café and Stein's Fish and Chips. If you enjoy eating out in good restaurants, and are in Cornwall, a ... more