Why not start with one of Oxted's British restaurants, and find out how Surrey's elite cooks are redefining and refining national favourites with a sophisticated crowd in mind? At popular venues like Cattle and Cocktail, you can enjoy exemplary steaks cooked however you like them - or mix and match with duck breast, seafood and a regular rotation of wholesome veggie treats. When all of that's washed down with some of the South East's finest cocktails, it's easy to tell why it's a magnet for social diners across the region.

After that, start exploring. You'll find hundreds of amazing eateries within a few miles of Oxted, with restaurants serving up grub from every continent. For example, if you want to experience a genuine southern Italian lunchtime feast, head over to Locksbottom, where Pizza Uno lovingly wraps its calzones with artisan baked dough, and every single ingredient is sourced from high-quality (usually Italian) producers. Or make a date at a French brasserie in Reigate or Horsham. There's no lack of upscale continental restaurants around Oxted, so when you need somewhere with a touch of distinction, it won't be hard to find.