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Liz Hendrie joined the A&T as a senior reporter in 2011. She became deputy news editor in 2015 and now also oversees the newspaper's lifestyle and feature pages, including Food & Drink.

Barbecue food pop-up owner drew inspiration from open fire cooking in Middle East

21 June 2025
Barbecue food pop-up owner drew inspiration from open fire cooking in Middle East

Barbecue food pop-up owner drew inspiration from open fire cooking in Middle East

21 June 2025

An ex-army medic who runs an award-winning barbecue pop-up says drew inspiration from the tradition of open fire cooking in the Middle East.


Forest brewery teams up with TV historian to launch new beer

19 June 2025
Forest brewery teams up with TV historian to launch new beer

Forest brewery teams up with TV historian to launch new beer

19 June 2025

A New Forest brewery has launched a a new beer in collaboration with historian and TV presenter Dan Snow.


Food festival hailed ‘the most vibrant edition yet’

17 June 2025
Food festival hailed ‘the most vibrant edition yet’

Food festival hailed ‘the most vibrant edition yet’

17 June 2025

More than 25,000 people descended on Highcliffe for a sunny weekend of family fun at the town’s popular food and arts festival.


Pub reopens sporting major revamp and extension

14 June 2025
Pub reopens sporting major revamp and extension

Pub reopens sporting major revamp and extension

14 June 2025

A Pennington pub has opened under new management and boasts a major revamp and extension that stays true to the character of the building.


Festival to be ‘most family-focused yet’

07 June 2025
Festival to be ‘most family-focused yet’

Festival to be ‘most family-focused yet’

07 June 2025

Family fun will take centre stage at next weekend’s Highcliffe Food and Arts Festival as organisers prepare for a “vibrant celebration”.


Cook-off launched in lead-up to seafood festival

02 June 2025
Cook-off launched in lead-up to seafood festival

Cook-off launched in lead-up to seafood festival

02 June 2025

Organisers of the much-anticipated Lymington Seafood Festival have teamed up with Careys Manor to launch a cook-off celebrating amateur chefs.


Glamping introduced at Forest campsites

18 May 2025
Glamping introduced at Forest campsites

Glamping introduced at Forest campsites

18 May 2025

Glamping fans can rejoice with the news that bell tents have been introduced at campsites across the New Forest.


Village pub renamed after undergoing major transformation

17 May 2025
Village pub renamed after undergoing major transformation

Village pub renamed after undergoing major transformation

17 May 2025

A pub has reopened after a major transformation that has seen new boutique accommodation installed and a focus on quality food and craft beers.


Authority rejects bid to recognise camp site status

05 May 2025
Authority rejects bid to recognise camp site status

Authority rejects bid to recognise camp site status

05 May 2025

A proposal for legal recognition of a camp site with space for caravans and motorhomes at St Leonards and St Ives has been refused by Dorset Council.


Former greengrocer’s transformed into chocolate shop

03 May 2025
Former greengrocer’s transformed into chocolate shop

Former greengrocer’s transformed into chocolate shop

03 May 2025

A couple who taught themselves to make chocolate during Covid lockdowns have transformed their former greengrocer’s and deli in Barton.


Letters: Forestry England on wrong side of bridge row

27 April 2025
Letters: Forestry England on wrong side of bridge row

Letters: Forestry England on wrong side of bridge row

27 April 2025

Footbridge a “widely used and necessary asset” for locals.

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Airport announces 10-year partnership with food outlet operator

20 April 2025
Airport announces 10-year partnership with food outlet operator

Airport announces 10-year partnership with food outlet operator

20 April 2025

Food outlets operator SSP Group has announced a 10-year partnership with Bournemouth Airport.


Food and arts festival adds third music stage on 10th anniversary

19 April 2025
Food and arts festival adds third music stage on 10th anniversary

Food and arts festival adds third music stage on 10th anniversary

19 April 2025

Highcliffe Food & Arts Festival will see the addition of a third music stage in the high street this year, as the event marks its 10th anniversary.


Motorcycle museum opens new cafe

13 April 2025
Motorcycle museum opens new cafe

Motorcycle museum opens new cafe

13 April 2025

A new cafe has opened at the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum in Bashley.


Review: Chicago razzle-dazzles audience at Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre

01 April 2025
Review: Chicago razzle-dazzles audience at Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre

Review: Chicago razzle-dazzles audience at Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre

01 April 2025

The cast of Chicago certainly razzle-dazzled the audience on the opening night of a week-long run at Bournemouth’s Pavilion Theatre.


Upper crust – farm shop pies take top spot in national competition

30 March 2025
Upper crust – farm shop pies take top spot in national competition

Upper crust – farm shop pies take top spot in national competition

30 March 2025

A farm shop has achieved prestigious gold awards in a renowned national competition celebrating British pies.


Wine tasting night with acclaimed restaurateur and writer Dan Keeling

29 March 2025
Wine tasting night with acclaimed restaurateur and writer Dan Keeling

Wine tasting night with acclaimed restaurateur and writer Dan Keeling

29 March 2025

Wine lovers are invited to a tasting and four-course dinner at The Pig in Brockenhurst with acclaimed restaurateur and writer Dan Keeling.


Review: The Lamb Inn, Winkton, Christchurch

23 March 2025
Review: The Lamb Inn, Winkton, Christchurch

Review: The Lamb Inn, Winkton, Christchurch

23 March 2025

The landlord of a Christchurch pub with a chequered history due to frequent changes in management has broken the curse, marking a year at the helm.


Boat charter firm launches wine tasting and fine dining on the water

22 March 2025
Boat charter firm launches wine tasting and fine dining on the water

Boat charter firm launches wine tasting and fine dining on the water

22 March 2025

A boat charter firm is launching new experiences on the water including wine tasting and Michelin star dining.


Food review: Lovitaly, Market Place, Ringwood

15 March 2025
Food review: Lovitaly, Market Place, Ringwood

Food review: Lovitaly, Market Place, Ringwood

15 March 2025

Bringing one of the world’s most revered food cultures to the New Forest is no mean feat.


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