The Best of Cornish Produce that Locals Love
24th April 2026
From makers of fine wines to guardians of heritage delights to curators of delicious cuisine, Cornwall is blessed with an amazing array of artisan producers harnessing the county’s land and sea. Naturally, with so much gastronomical goodness on offer, it doesn’t take much for us to start thinking about food.
Covering the whole culinary spectrum, the best Cornish produce also makes its way onto our menus from the countryside and coast, and evolves with the seasons – winning over hearts, minds, and stomachs. If you are looking to uncover some of the must-tries, here is some of the best Cornish produce that locals love to pique your interest and your appetite.
Roddas Clotted Cream
When it comes to quintessential Cornish produce that locals love, traditional clotted cream comes high on the agenda. A traditional accompaniment to our beloved Cornish cream tea (jam first), a dynamic ingredient for flavoursome repasts, and an indulgent treat in its own right, clotted cream is as adaptable as it is delicious. Understanding all about the many virtues of clotted cream, Cornish dairy Rodda’s are the self-crowned “keepers of the cream” and have been producing the finest pots of clotted deliciousness since 1890. Not only one of the most famous names in the South West, but one of the best-known clotted cream producers in the world, this dairy is a go-to for original and novel varieties of silky smooth clotted cream. And it’s why we only serve Roddas clotted cream on our afternoon tea menu.
Callestick Farm Ice Cream
What could be more redolent of dreamy summer days than hearty scoops of ice cream? Be it served in a cup, a cone, or as a dessert from our menu, a refreshingly satisfying scoop of ice cream is the perfect accompaniment to moments by the shore. Some of the best Cornish produce that locals love, Cornish ice cream comes in all flavours and varieties, from classic and creamy to fruity and zingy to novel and experimental. To sample some of the very best, make way to Callestick Farm’s ice cream parlour near Truro. Purveyors of award-winning Cornish ice cream, Callestick has been perfecting its craft since 1953 and today opens its door to visitors of all ages looking to try its frozen delights. Look out for traditional and unique flavours alike, such as iced latte, double chocolate fudge, lemon swirl and butterscotch brittle.
Josh’s Chocolate
If you are looking to satisfy your sweet craving with some of the best Cornish produce that locals love, turn your attention to the wonderful Josh’s Chocolate. The brainchild of Josh, whose family own and run Callestick Farm, Josh’s Chocolate was founded in 2019 from a love of all things chocolate and outdoorsy. Combining two of life’s most simple pleasures (chocolate and nature), Josh and his team began creating premium Cornish chocolate and using ingredients inspired by the county’s countryside and coast. Amongst the company’s award-winning range, you can try melt-in-the-mouth varieties of dark, dark milk and milk chocolate in the form of handmade bars and giant buttons. Amongst the popular flavours are milk chocolate with Cornish Sea Salt and caramel; orange milk chocolate with roasted almonds; and dark chocolate with a hint of peppermint.
Lynher Dairies Cornish Yarg
With its rolling fields and salt-kissed air, Cornwall is renowned for its verdant pastures that provide sanctuary for herds of dairy cattle. Located in Ponsanooth and selling produce in a wide array of shops, markets and delis across the county, Lynher Dairies is one of the most famous of its kind in Cornwall and is well-known for producing artisan cheese. Creating some of the best Cornish produce that locals love, this award-winning dairy is the home of numerous beloved cheeses, including Cornish Kern, Stithians, and perhaps most famously, Cornish Yarg. An iconic Cornish cheese wrapped in nettle-leaves, Cornish Yarg has been produced by the dairy since the 1980s and is a must-try for any cheese-lover. Made entirely in Cornwall, it is handmade in open vats from the farm’s milk and covered in sustainably sourced nettle leaves from the county’s woodlands, hedgerows and fields.
Camel Valley Vineyard Wine
For the most moreish bites, there is all sorts of flavourful Cornish produce that locals love in the South West. That said, the county’s culinary array also extends to world-class beverages that can’t be overlooked. Atop the list of Cornish produce that locals love to drink are elegant wines, produced from the root up at Cornish vineyards across the county. One of our favourites, Camel Valley Vineyard is located on sun-kissed slopes above the Camel River in North Cornwall and has been creating artisan wines since 1989. Founded by Bob and Annie Lindo, this family-run vineyard is so good at creating fine wines that many of its vintages have won awards on world stages, even beating the likes of Bollinger and Roederer in international championships for sparkling wines. Head over on select days throughout the year to enjoy guided vineyard tours and wine tasting sessions and sip some of the best wines that the UK has to offer.
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