Archive for 'Staffordshire'

July Chef Recipe: Courgette and Lemon Thyme Risotto with Tempura fried Courgette Flowers: by Chef Tom  Court of the Granary Hotel, Worcestershire: July Restaurant Review: Moat House Acton Trussell, Staffordshire: by Philippe Boucheron July Chef Profile: Michelin Chef Patron Andreas Antona, Simpsons, Birmingham Latest Midlands Restaurant News Summary HERE

Staffordshire-based restaurant group chef has been awarded one of the most sought after culinary awards at a prestigious industry event. Described as the “Chef Oscars”, Matt Davies, Group Executive Chef of the Lewis Partnership, was awarded the “Louis Cipolla National Chef of the Year Award”, which recognises excellence and achievement. Nominated by industry peers, Matt [...]

Weston Park, Staffordshire  ~ Chocoholics Delight Weston Park, the stately home on the Shropshire / Staffordshire border has introduced a new fine dining occasion for April 2011, with a menu based entirely around chocolate. Taking place on Saturday 16th April, Head Chef Guy Day will create a menu of five mouth-watering courses using different varieties [...]

It is a long way from studying law in the Czech Republic, but Michael Gajdos has graduated to a top conference operational role at a Stratford hotel. The 29-year-old has been appointed Conferences Manager at the Legacy Falcon Hotel in Chapel Street. Michael will be the main point of contact for conference organisers during the [...]

Weston Park, the stately home on the Shropshire / Staffordshire border will start its series of Dine and Stay Occasions in the magnificent 17th century stately home with Valentine’s Dining on either Saturday 12th or Monday 14th February 2011. Couples can enjoy a romantic 4-course dinner in the stunning Dining Room prepared by award-winning Head [...]

One of Birmingham’s most celebrated chefs, Andy Waters, has launched his new website. Since Andy opened Edmunds Restaurant 4 years ago, he has been re-establishing himself on the Birmingham dining scene, following his Michelin success in Henley in Arden. Edmunds Restaurant is now set in stylish Brindleyplace, Birmingham’s capital of culture, boasting water fountains, cafés, [...]

The Resurgence of the British Pub Pub closures in the West Midlands have slowed significantly in recent months and across the country, over 50% of pubs are in growth as the UK as the pub is once again seen as the venue of choice, according to Staffordshire-based Punch Taverns. These findings, although distinctly positive, would [...]

The ninth British Food Fortnight takes place from 18 September to 3 October 2010 during Harvest Festival, the traditional time for celebrating our food. Promoted by the informative website www.lovebritishfood.co.uk ~ The event will celebrate the diverse and delicious range of food that Britain produces with promotions and tastings in shops, all-British menus in pubs [...]

Chefs Table’ Restaurant ~ Returns to Ludlow food Festival – “Bigger & even better!” The popular ‘Chefs Table Restaurant’ will this year return to the Ludlow Food Festival on 10th-12th Sept. Held in the grounds of the stunning Ludlow Castle, the “Chefs Table” will showcase some of the regions best local produce, in dishes created [...]

The latest arrival to the Granary Grill’s team at Weston Park is set to get the taste buds racing for diners this summer. Dan Smith from Wolverhampton has joined the recently opened, bar and restaurant, as the new Junior Sous Chef, working directly under the leadership of Weston Park’s head chef, Guy Day. The 22 [...]