Working with The Chef Tree in Glastonbury

Glastonbury Food Scene

When it comes to locally grown, seasonal fresh food, Glastonbury and the county of Somerset have it all, making it an ideal place to produce outstanding culinary experiences.

Glastonbury is surrounded by fertile lush fields, and centuries-old orchards producing some of the finest and most sought-after ingredients anywhere in the world.

From a lively gastro pub experience to quintessentially English tearooms serving up cakes and scones, to independent street food vans, to the highest standard fine-dining restaurants heralded by Michelin-star chef patrons, Glastonbury’s eateries are masters at showcasing prime quality local ingredients and daily changing menus in an amazing atmosphere.

Food Festivals in Glastonbury

Glastonbury is a treasure trove of fresh, local and seasonal produce and the town is not short of events showcasing this bountiful larder. While the town is best known for its groundbreaking popular music festival, it was also the inventor of the first Somerset Farmers’ Markets in 1999, a tradition that has carried on ever since.

Glastonbury Farmers’ Market

Taking pride of place every month by the Market Cross in the Market Place, Glastonbury Farmers’ Market (BA6 9EU) is a favourite among locals and visitors alike. It is a perfect place to peruse, sample and fill up on local organic fruit and vegetables, chutneys and preserves, many kinds of cheeses, outstanding pies and a wide range of locally brewed ales and ciders.

Glastonbury Country Market

Meeting every Tuesday morning at the Town Hall, Glastonbury Country Market is a celebration of everything local, fresh and handmade by local producers. Shoppers can purchase some of the freshest and finest Somerset produce, from vegetables to cakes and quiches, as well as superbly handcrafted soaps, jewellery, cards and scarves.

How The Chef Tree Helps Glastonbury

The Chef Tree has over a decade of experience in placing a talented team of passionate chefs in busy catering and high-profile venues in many locations across the South West.

We pride ourselves on our proven track record for courtesy, excellence and efficiency to reliably carry out each assignment and to uphold our company’s reputation as a trusted chef agency in the South West.

Our chefs are extremely hands-on, they are always presentable and friendly, and they have excellent communication skills.

Their vast catering experience allows them to confidently join any kitchen environment and to help out with any task from meal prepping for breakfast shifts, to creating menus, working alongside the general manager to maintain high health and safety standards, or cooking tried and tasted recipes.

The Chef Tree approaches each venue with the same discipline and dedication. Whether the job requires a head chef, a senior sous chef, a kitchen manager or a kitchen assistant we ensure that customers are always satisfied.

We also have a dedicated office team who encourages our staff to take up regular training in kitchen leadership team roles, basic kitchen and food preparation duties and be up to date with current food hygiene standards to guarantee the smooth running of every kitchen.

Is Glastonbury famous for any food or drink? 

The Somerset countryside boasts an impressive array of locally produced food and drinks and the county is a chef’s paradise. Three of Somerset’s most sought-after comestibles are Cheddar cheese, strawberries and cider.

Cider Farming

Once upon a time, every farm in Somerset produced cider and it was even used as currency to pay farm labourers. Nowadays, there are only around 30 apple orchards left in the county growing 156 types of apples and producing cider and perry to the highest standard, such as Perry’s Cider, Sheppy’s Cider or Pilton’s Cider.

Alongside traditional ciders, other apple products have also taken the market by storm from favourites such as the refreshing cloudy apple juices to apple brandy, apple liqueurs and even apple cider vinegar.

Somerset Cheddar Cheese

Arguably the best cheese in Great Britain, the tangy and smooth texture of cheddar cheese graces every dinner table in the country. Thanks to the luscious green pastures, Somerset’s dairy is renowned for its creaminess and richness, ideally lending itself to cheese making.

There are many fantastic award-winning cheese producers in Somerset proudly showcasing their produce on cheeseboards all over the world, but the original cheddar cheese got its name from the prehistoric Cheddar Gorge Caves, in the village of Cheddar, which is still used to mature cheeses. Visitors can tour the only cheesemaker left in the village, The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co. (BS27 3QA)

Sharpham Park

This 300-acre organic family farm on the Somerset Levels has revolutionised the British grains market by bringing homegrown organic spelt, as a healthy and tasty wheat alternative to the market. Mulberry fashion brand designer Roger Saul launched Sharpham Park (BA16 9SA) in 2004 to champion the best organic British Spelt.