Our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Secret List⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ chat with Hairy, the charismatic force behind Vicky’s Bread alongside his wife Vicky Harford, delivering artisanal sourdough to the finest independent shops, cafes, and restaurants across Devon and Cornwall for nearly two decades. When we caught up with him at the Porthleven Food Festival, where he curates the Food and Farming tent, his no-nonsense approach to bread and business was immediately apparent.

A passionate champion of traditional baking methods – “You do it how it was meant to be made. No additives”, Hairy embodies the authentic spirit of Cornwall’s independent food scene. Beyond baking, he’s a fierce advocate for small producers, personally selecting only Cornish vendors for both the Porthleven Food Festival and Royal Cornwall Show. His commitment extends to supporting emerging talent, sometimes offering reduced rates to help newcomers gain exposure.

🥖 With strong opinions on everything from the “desert” created by supermarket culture to the extraordinary walks of West Cornwall, Hairy offers a refreshingly unfiltered perspective on Cornwall’s food landscape, celebrating the madness and creativity that makes the region’s independent food scene truly special.

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