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Situated in Church Street, Great Malvern, Anupam takes customers on a taste tour of India, all in a warm and friendly setting. Many consider the restaurant to be one of Worcestershire's best Indian dining destinations.

If you're wondering which among starters of stir-fried lamb; a baked cottage cheese salad, or tandoor grilled king prawns with cheese and black pepper is the best for you, do not hesitate to seek advice from one of the helpful staff.

Mains take in traditional vindaloo, korma, dopiaza and Madras curries, all created with varying levels of spice; newer varieties such as murg-e-nashilee, chicken seasoned with onions and roast poppy seeds or jhinga saag, prawns with spinach and garlic, and exciting vegetarian dishes like tangy Parsi vegetable dhansak. Accompaniments of peshawari naan or pilau rice make meals complete.

A local dessert maker creates a range of Indian sweets that could include kulfi, or cointreau ice cream on ginger biscuit, served with a chocolate sauce. A range of beers, cider, juices and cocktails complement the food.

Only a few minutes drive from Eastnor Castle, The Wellington Inn is a traditional country pub located on the western face of the Malvern Hills just below the British Camp, enjoying spectacular sunsets. Low ceiling, oak beams, log fires and warm décor that well complement the lively and friendly ambiance charm the locals and bring back frequent visitors.

Chef Paul Haywood and his team bring to the table a balance of snacks and traditional pub favourites along with more contemporary culinary works. Freshly prepared nibbles such as mussels steamed in white wine, cream and garlic and country pork served with toast and homemade chutney puff up the appetite. Watch out for the specials' board and expect the likes of smoked mackerel pâté accompanied by horseradish cream and granary toast. Finish with a homemade sticky toffee pudding topped with toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream.

The Wellington Inn is well ahead of the curve when it comes to real ales and as for the wine list, unusual, eclectic and extensive, are a few words that come to mind.

The Spring Restaurant and Bar at The Mount Pleasant Hotel in Belle Vue Terrace serves quality modern European cuisine. The family-run hotel is in an attractive Georgian building with beautiful views of the Malvern Priory and eastwards over the Vale of Evesham towards the Cotswolds. Whilst the restaurant's solid wood tables give it a slightly rustic touch, overall it has a modern feel.

Having worked up an appetite in the countryside, you can look forward to starting dinner with dishes like field mushrooms filled with Welsh rarebit, smoked salmon and prawns and pan seared duck salad. Take the meal forward with roasted vegetable mille foie, pan fried sea bass fillet, rump steak with garlic and herb butter and Gressingham duck breast with baby potatoes and seasonal vegetables. For lunch, there's choice of lamb's liver and bacon with mustard mash potatoes, homemade chicken curry with basmati rice, vegetable moussaka and homemade beef lasagna. The dessert selection offers banoffee pie, strawberry cheesecake and crème brûlée with a fruit compote.

Colwall Park is a country house style hotel situated on the sunny western side of the breathtaking Malvern Hills where views over the surrounding countryside are spectacular. Their efficient and friendly members of staff were winners of the prestigious AA Courtesy and Care Award.

The highly acclaimed Seasons Restaurant, (Restaurant of the Year Award - Birmingham Evening Mail, Michelin, Good Food Guide, AA, etc.) serves serious gourmet food at sensible prices. While their friendly and popular Lantern Bar, a meeting place for locals and residents alike, offers real ales, superb house wines and an interesting menu of home made meals and snacks.

This is an unlikely find in somewhere like Malvern Wells. Is this part of the relentless spread of ethnic cuisines westwards from the Midlands? Be that as it may here in an inoffensive white painted old house is this well-rated south-east Asian restaurant offering attractive dishes from Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Singapore. The flavours are distinctive and well defined, nor are any liberties taken with the integrity of the more classic dishes. There is a good wine list, some 40 strong.