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The Spicy Mare The Spicy Mare is a Taste Of The West gold award-winning, one-woman, home-made Indian kitchen in Lynton cooking proper small-batch Indian food from scratch .
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Authentically spiced small batch home-made Indian food. Take-away counter service. No need to book. Winter hours Friday and Saturday 6pm to 9pm
Dining room available for private parties 10-18 people. Call to inquire and book 0750 7720053

📅 23,24,26 & 27 October: Butter Chicken🥘 The Spicy Mare: Weekly Curry TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using premiu...
22/10/2026

📅 23,24,26 & 27 October: Butter Chicken
🥘 The Spicy Mare: Weekly Curry Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
• Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
• Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
• Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
• ⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
• Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
• Portioning:
• For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
• Solo Travellers: Our signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 23,24,26 & 27 October: Butter Chicken
• Chicken Makhani (£11): Authentic, creamy, and mildly spiced. Finished with fresh cream and coriander. GF
• Vegetable Dhansak (£8): Vegetables, greens, and lentils in a gently spiced masala curry sauce. Vegan/GF
• Chana Dal Fry (£4): Split chickpeas with a Tarka fry of whole spices and garlic. (Medium heat only if you eat the whole Kashmiri chillies!) Vegan/GF
Accompaniments:
• Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
• Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4 for one | £7 for two)
• Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
• Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available



Road trips, real food, and meeting the makers 🚗🌾Just over a year ago, I decided to overhaul the oil I use at The Spicy M...
15/10/2026

Road trips, real food, and meeting the makers 🚗🌾
Just over a year ago, I decided to overhaul the oil I use at The Spicy Mare. Learning about the chemical extraction behind conventional hot-pressed oils, I was determined to switch to a pure, unrefined, cold-pressed rapeseed oil. My search for a local UK producer brought me straight to Fussels Fine Foods in Somerset!
Usually, when stock runs low, my friend Julie and her sister (who lives in Frome) kindly bring a batch down to Lynton, and I treat them to a Spicy Mare takeaway curry evening to say thank you. But with stock extra low this week, I made the 2.5-hour drive myself to turn it into a proper day out.
I spent a wonderful few hours visiting Fussels on their farm, where they sow, reap, and cold-press their stunning golden oil on site. Owners Tim, Andy, and Andrew were away, but their right-hand woman, Jacquie, gave me a fantastic tour upstairs. It was fascinating seeing how they press as needed for freshness, filter multiple times, and send the leftover pressed seed directly to a neighbouring farm as livestock feed.
We also talked about their flavoured oils—their smoked chilli oil is genuinely smoked in a proper smokery before Jacquie bottles it up!
After picking up my 10 five-litre tins, I bought some fantastic Asian culinary staples from Ben at Somerset Foodie, who shares the farm shop space. Then, on Jacquie’s recommendation, I popped to Mes Amis in Beckington for a delicious late lunch.
At The Spicy Mare, top-quality, thoughtful, local ingredients are at the heart of everything I cook. Thank you to everyone at Fussels and Somerset Foodie for such a warm welcome!
📍 Fussels Fine Foods & Somerset Foodie, near Frome
☕ Lunch stop: Mes Amis, Beckington
✨ Supporting local British food producers.

📅 16,17,19 & 20 October: Sri Lankan Special🥘 The Spicy Mare: Weekly Curry TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using pr...
15/10/2026

📅 16,17,19 & 20 October: Sri Lankan Special
🥘 The Spicy Mare: Weekly Curry Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
Portioning:
For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
Solo Travellers: Our signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 16,17,19,20 October: Sri Lankan Special
• Devon Pork Black Curry (£12): A Sri Lankan classic with big, bold flavours from roasted curry powder and tamarind. DF/GF
• Beetroot and potato curry (£8): A vibrant, hearty vegan curry redolent with warming spices. Vegan/GF
• Spinach Dal (£4): Mild, creamy, and infused with coconut milk. Vegan/GF
Accompaniments:
• Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
• Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4)
• Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
• Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available




🥘 9,10,12 & 13 October: The Spicy Mare: Weekly Curry TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredien...
07/10/2026

🥘 9,10,12 & 13 October: The Spicy Mare: Weekly Curry Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
Portioning:
For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
Solo Travellers: Our signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 9,10,12,13 October: Mangalorean Beef
Devon Beef Mangalorean Curry (£12): Heady roasted spices, fresh green chillies, and ginger with a light dash of coconut. DF/GF
Vegetable Achari (£8): A hearty, mild vegan curry in a warming tomato masala. Vegan/GF
Garlic Dill Dal (£4): Garlicky, dilly, and creamy lentils. Vegan/GF
Accompaniments:
Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4 for one | £7 for two)
Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available.





🥘 2, 3, 5 & 6 October: The Spicy Mare Weekly TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Noth...
30/09/2026

🥘 2, 3, 5 & 6 October: The Spicy Mare Weekly Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
Portioning:
For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
Solo Travellers: The signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 2, 3, 5 & 6 October: Lamb Achari
Lamb Achari (£13): Tender A May’s Farm hand-reared lamb infused with vibrant Indian pickling spices for a tangy, warming, and delicious flavour. GF
Chana Aloo Masala (£8): Home-cooked chickpeas and tender potatoes simmered together in a rich, beautifully spiced masala gravy. Vegan/GF
White Dal Makhani (£4): The ultimate indulgence—slow-cooked black lentils finished with rich butter and cream. Vegetarian/GF
Accompaniments:
Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4)
Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available.




🥘 25, 26, 28 & 29 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients...
23/09/2026

🥘 25, 26, 28 & 29 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
Portioning:
For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
Solo Travellers: The signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 25, 26, 28 & 29 September: Chettinad Chicken
Chettinad Chicken (£11): Tender chicken in a rich, aromatic South Indian masala with complex notes of toasted fennel and star anise. DF/GF
Aloo Gobi Matar (£8): A gently spiced, comforting vegan classic packed with potatoes, cauliflower, and green peas. Vegan/GF
Tomato Dal (£4): A vibrant, medium-spiced lentil dal infused with rich tomato. Vegan/GF
Accompaniments:
Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4)
Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available.




19/09/2026

Our September event is nearly here. Dasha and i look forward to welcoming you. Whilst the Sunday table is now full, Wednesday 30th September still has seats available Get in touch to book
Ilona 07507 720053

🥘 18, 19, 21 & 22 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients...
15/09/2026

🥘 18, 19, 21 & 22 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
Portioning:
For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
Solo Travellers: The signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 18, 19, 21 & 22 September: Goan Pork Curry
Goan Pork Curry (£12): Tender pork cooked with vibrant Goan spices for a fragrant, piquant, and rich curry. DF/GF
Sweet Potato, Lentil & Spinach Curry (£8): A comforting, nutritious, and gently spiced combination of sweet potato, lentils, and fresh spinach. Vegan/GF
Chana Dal Fry (£4): Split chickpea dal tempered with whole aromatic spices, garlic, and Kashmiri chillies. Vegan/GF
Accompaniments:
Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4)
Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available.




🥘 11, 12, 14 & 15 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients...
08/09/2026

🥘 11, 12, 14 & 15 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
Portioning:
For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
Solo Travellers: The signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 11, 12, 14 & 15 September: Lamb Rogan Josh
Lamb Rogan Josh (£13): Tender A May’s Farm lamb slow-cooked in an aromatic, complex gravy with gentle warming spice. DF/GF
Chana Masala (£8): Home-cooked chickpeas simmered in a rich, beautifully spiced masala gravy. Vegan/GF
Garlic Dill Dal (£4): A creamy, comforting lentil dal infused with garlic and aromatic fresh dill. Vegan/GF
Accompaniments:
Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4 for one | £7 for two)
Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available.



🥘 4, 5, 7 & 8 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly TakeawayAuthentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (No...
02/09/2026

🥘 4, 5, 7 & 8 September: The Spicy Mare Weekly Takeaway
Authentic, scratch-made menus using premium local ingredients (Nothing pre-made).
Meat & Poultry: Locally sourced, Devon raised/slaughtered Beef, Pork and Chicken
Lamb: From A May’s Farm.
Quality Ingredients: Fussels Farm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil.
Locally Sourced: In-season produce used wherever possible.
⏰ When: Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday | 5 pm until sold out.
Service: No pre-orders. Walk-in, counter service. First come, first served.
Portioning:
For Two: Served in sustainable returnable Tiffin tins to take away.
Solo Travellers: The signature "Curry on the Hoof" boxes.
📅 4, 5, 7 & 8 September: Sri Lankan Red Beef Curry
Sri Lankan Red Beef Curry (£12): Tender Devon beef slow-cooked with big, bold flavours and authentically spiced with homemade roasted Sri Lankan curry powder. DF/GF
Beetroot & Sweet Potato Curry (£8): A vibrant, hearty vegan curry redolent with warming spices, chunks of beetroot, and sweet potatoes in a mild tomato masala. Vegan/GF
Sri Lankan Coconut Dal (£4): A comforting, gently spiced lentil dal enriched with creamy coconut milk. Vegan/GF
Accompaniments:
Basmati Pilau Rice (£4) | Cucumber Raita (£1.50)
Flame-baked Sourdough Naan (£4)
Poppadoms (50p) | Mango Chutney (£1)
Homemade Pickles, Chutneys, and Tiffin Tins also available.




Address

9 Queen Street
Lynton
EX356AA

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 7pm
Tuesday 3pm - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 3pm
Friday 3pm - 7pm
Saturday 3pm - 7pm

Telephone

+447500020053

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