Joining a sterling line up of Salcombe businesses, South Sands Hotel is taking part in the 3rd Salcombe Crabfest, taking place this year on Bank Holiday Sunday 6th May.

Supporting Salcombe's thriving fish and tourism industry Salcombe Crabfest has become a favourite fixture on the town's calendar and South Sands Hotel is proud to have executive chef Allister Bishop as the most local chef on the line up for the second year running.

Crabfest visitors will find Allister at midday in the demonstration kitchen on Island Street, alongside seven of the best chefs in the South West. For the second year running Allister will be showcasing Salcombe's finest crab via creative dishes including Closewool spiced lamb with Salcombe crab raita and Warm Salcombe crab with Thorn Park Farm Gloucester Old Spot belly pork

Commenting on South Sands Hotel's involvement, Allister says: “Crab is a firm favourite on our restaurant menu as it represents everything that we love about Salcombe; the fresh, quality seafood available on our doorstep, the community of fishermen we're proud to call friends as well as suppliers and the versatility of seasonal produce I build the South Sands menu around.

“With this in mind we're delighted to be supporting Crabfest again this year, I'm looking forward to hosting a demo alongside such fantastic chefs. It's encouraging to see both local Salcombe and Kingsbridge names alongside nationally-known visiting chefs, and I feel privileged to be on such a crab-tastic line up!”

South Sands Hotel recently partnered with Crabfest sponsor Favis of Salcombe to host 'Cracking Salcombe', an event entirely dedicated to, and in celebration of, the Salcombe Crab. This event was postponed due to the recent bad weather so contact South Sands if you'd like to find out when it will be rescheduled.

Entry to the Crabfest is free, full details can be found on the website: https://salcombecrabfest.co.uk

For further information on South Sands hotel visit www.southsands.com, email enquiries@southsands.com. To keep up to date with their latest news follow South Sands on Twitter (@SouthSandsHotel), like on Facebook or follow on Instagram @SouthSandsBoutiqueHotel

- ENDS -

“It's got to be the best seaside spot in Britain. South Sands snuggles right up to the beach of the same name, and at high tide, the waves slop almost up to the fabulous wraparound terrace – a fine spot for dinner when it's warm, and a fabulous one for breakfast with the sun rising over the low hills across the estuary. The chef, Allister Bishop, produces an ambitious menu that's big on local ingredients, some foraged – fish crab, sea lettuce, purslane. The 22 rooms are neutral in décor, but eminently comfy: it's all about the views over the sumptuous, boat-filled waterway. So splash out, get a room at the front, then sit back and watch the traffic.” Sunday Times Ultimate 100 British Hotels, October 2016

Notes to editor:

1. South Sands Hotel is located on South Sands beach just outside Salcombe town center in a secluded cove. There is a ferry which operates between April and October (subject to sea and weather conditions) which takes guests from the hotel into the heart of Salcombe
2. A full list of forthcoming events – including wine suppers, beer fests, murder mysteries and 'Forest and Beach' days - can be found on the website
3. Recently included in the Sunday Times 'Ultimate 100 British Hotel Guide 2016', South Sands is a bespoke hotel offering outstanding personal service to all guests, situated right on the beach. An idyllic setting, with stunning views, it offers a true taste of this fashionable seaside town at its very best.
4. Salcombe Crabfest is not just an excellent opportunity for seafood lovers to get together and crack open some fine tasting crabs. More than that, Crabfest has become a vibrant showcase for the local fishing, food, drink and tourism industries at the heart of our unique area. https://salcombecrabfest.co.uk/
5. Come and enjoy hands-on cookery demonstrations by award-winning chefs, crab picking masterclasses, crab pot making, live music, kids activities and much more! Crabfest is hosted by the Rotary Club of Salcombe to raise money for local causes.
6. To date the festival has match-funded two night landing sites for the Devon Air Ambulance, part-funded a defibrilator at Salcombe Fish Quay, supplied a new vehicle for Salcombe's First Responder and provided essential funding for a number of other local charities.

For further information, photography, an interview with executive chef Allister Bishop, or a press visit to South Sands Hotel, please contact:

Hayley Reynolds at RAW PR and Marketing - hayley@rawprandmarketing.co.uk;

Tel: 07887 474 104; @RawSW; @HayleyJReynolds