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here rising before dawn to bag the best fish at Brixham Market; his steamed John Dory
with scallops is worth the trip alone. The lamb and beef were raised in Devon fields, while
a memorable dish is local duck with a rich caramelised orange sauce.
Drinking & Nightlife
LIVE MUSIC
Mama Stone's
(
www.mamastones.com
; 1 Mary Arches St; 6pm-midnight, 9pm-3am when bands play)
An uber-cool venue
showcasing everything from acoustic sets to pop, folk and jam nights; many of the acts
have been schooled at the artist development program that operates alongside. Mama
Stone's daughter, Joss (yes,
the
Joss Stone), plays sometimes too.
Old Firehouse
MAP
PUB
GOOGLE MAP
(
www.oldfirehouseexeter.co.uk
;
50 New North Rd; noon-1.30am Sun-Thu, to 2.30am Fri & Sat)
Step into the
snug, candle-lit interior of this Exeter institution and feel instantly at home. Dried hops
hang from rafters, the floors are flagstone while the walls are exposed stone. The range of
draft ciders and cask ales is truly impressive, and the pizzas, which are served after 9pm,
have helped keep countless students fed.
BAR
On the Waterfront
(
www.waterfrontexeter.co.uk
;
The Quay)
In 1835 this was a warehouse; now its red-brick, barrel-
vaulted ceilings stretch back from a thoroughly modern bar. The tables outside are a popu-
lar spot for a riverside pint.
Old Timers
(
www.oldtimersexeter.co.uk
;
Little Castle St)
Scuffed floorboards, crowded-in tables and walls
smothered in an eyebrow-raising array of collectables set the scene at this atmospheric
drinking den.
WINE BAR
Timepiece
MAP
CLUB
GOOGLE MAP
