1. Kota, Helston, Cornwall
There’s no point coming all the way to the tip of Cornwall and not going overboard on fresh fish. And your best bet is Kota, where the residents of Padstow go when they want a treat. Kota means shellfish in Maori — the chef, Jude Kereama, is a Kiwi, and he blends the influences from his Maori, Chinese and Malay heritage to create spectacular seafood with an Asian twist. There are only two rooms, functional rather than funky, but with great views over Helston harbour and its horseshoe bay. And there’s home-smoked salmon for breakfast.
Details: 01326 562407, kotarestaurant.co.uk; doubles from £60, B&B, three courses about £30
2. Agaric, Ashburton, Devon
Nick Coiley was head chef at the Carved