Lake District

An Ambleside treat: classy food with impeccable Cumbrian provenance. — Lonely Planet

Billing itself as "Vegeterranean" to reflect its Mediterranean culinary influences, Fellinis is one of Cumbria's finest foodie destinations. — Fodor's

Husband-and-wife team Andy and Crissy Hill have turned this village bistro into a much-loved dining landmark. — Lonely Planet

Eighty percent of everything green on the menu is foraged; the remainder comes from the highest-quality, mainly local suppliers. — Fodor's

The best choice of several pubs in Hawkshead, with the requisite head-knockingly low ceilings and oak-panelled walls. — Lonely Planet

This longstanding veggie restaurant serves creative meat-free food in an attractive Georgian house on Castlegate. — Lonely Planet

Young locals and windblown walkers gather here for excellent coffee or tea, fruit-flavored cordials, and some serious hot chocolate. — Fodor's

Intimate neighbourhood restaurant with a homely feel; local art hangs on the walls and the service is friendly. — Michelin Guide

Three miles from Windermere in Winster, the Brown Horse is one of Windermere's top dining pubs. — Lonely Planet

Chef Simon Rogan's innovative food incorporates long-forgotten herbs and cutting-edge techinques. — Fodor's