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Almanack, Kenilworth

Almanack

 

 

The Almanack is a pub with a conscience about eating and drinking, with a real sense of purpose. The customer concern level is high, and I would go so far as to say that at last somebody has found a way to combine the best of the gastropub with fresh 21st century bonhomie, that has given new meaning to 'the local'.

 

www.thealmanack-kenilworth.co.uk

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Almanack, Leicester

Almanack, Leicester

 

The Almanack is a modern British gastropub in Highcross, Leicester.  Hip, elegant but very down to earth, the Almanack serves high quality fresh seasonal food & great beers, wines & spirits all at pub prices.  Overlooking a sunny new public square and The Old Grammar School, but only two minutes walk from John Lewis and the Showcase cinema, we are open all day, seven days a week, serving breakfast, coffee & cake, lunch, drinks & dinner.

www.thealmanack-leicester.co.uk

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Art Kitchen, Warwick

The Art Kitchen

 

The Art Kitchen’s cuisine offers modern and exciting interpretations of dishes from all over Thailand. We always start with excellent produce which must be of the highest quality and the freshest available. The classic Thai balance of salt, sour, sweet and hot guides us as we create dishes with colours, textures and tastes that will aim to satisfy your senses. It is an approach that we believe helped gain us inclusion in the Michelin Red Guide for the last two years running.

 

www.theartkitchen.com

 

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Belle House, Pershore

Belle House


 

Belle House started out as an ambitious and exciting project during early 2003, converting an existing council office building into a 70 seater Restaurant. Since opening in June 2003, Belle House is fast becoming one of the best restaurants in the area and is well placed on the Main Street of the traditional and un spoilt market town of Pershore in Worcestershire.

www.belle-house.co.uk

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Belmont Hotel, The

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Butchers Arms, The, Priors Hardwick 

The Butchers Arms


 

An extensive à la carte menu caters for every possible taste, crowned by a magnificent desert trolley with a vast array of mouth watering specialties.

All dishes are prepared on the premises under the supervision of the Head Chef, Adam Newman using the finest fresh produce from all over the country. They are complemented by a specially selected wine list of over 200 wines. Friendly and helpful service is provided by experienced loyal staff.

 

www.thebutchersarms.com

 

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Bell & Cross, Stourbridge

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Bar Epernay, Birmingham

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The Black Boy, Headington

The Black Boy

 

"Simply irresistible" Jay Rayner,The Observer Newspaper

 

www.theblackboy.uk.com

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Blue Bell, Melton Mowbory

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Clarendon Arms, Kenilworth

The Clarendon Arms

 

Located only a stone's throw from Kenilworth Castle, the Clarendon Arms recently refurbished to provide beautiful, comfortable surroundings unequalled anywhere in Kenilworth. Scrumptious home cooked fresh food together with traditional ales and exquisite wines make this wonderful location well worth a visit.

 

www.castlehotelsandtaverns.co.uk

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Chequers, Droitwich

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Congham Hall, King's Lynn

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Coombe Abbey Hotel, Warwickshire

 

Coombe Abbey Hotel


 

Dining at Coombe Abbey is a feast for all the senses. While your eyes delight in the elegant surroundings of our Restaurant or the sophisticated style of one of our private dining rooms, your tastebuds can savour the glorious flavours of Coombe Abbey's fine food. Our exquisite array of dishes is prepared using only the finest and freshest ingredients and are cooked and presented to perfection.

 

www.coombeabbey.com

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Dormy House, Broadway

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Edmunds, Birmingham

Edmunds

 

For those who do not know the history of Edmunds, Andy Waters opened in 2002 naming the restaurant after his late father. Andy’s approach to cooking soon attracted national interest resulting in the awarding of a coveted Michelin star within 6 months of opening and been named as Hardens restaurant of the year, an award sponsored by Remy Martin.

As a classically trained chef, Andy sources the finest ingredients to appear on his menu, as he believes that the flavours will speak for themselves. He keeps his dishes simple, with a twist, in order to reflect this.

 

www.edmundsbirmingham.com

 

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Fairlawns, Aldridge

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The Gatsby, Berkhamstead

The Gatsby 

 

Our reputation is founded upon attentive service and a well balanced menu using the finest ingredients. The bar offers an extensive wine, cocktail and champagne menu in a relaxed and refined environment.

 

www.thegatsby.net

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Greyhound Free House & Grill, Henley on Thames

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Harringtons on the Hill, Kenilworth

 

Harringtons on the Hill

 

Select the finest and freshest ingredients, prepare them carefully and serve them simply and well. These are the skills learned by head chef Ryan New during his seven years at top London restaurants Langan‘s Brasserie and Langan’s Coq D'Or under the watchful eye of leading chef and restauranter Richard Shepherd. Couple these exceptional culinary skills with the warm and friendly atmosphere of a small, almost rustic, restaurant and you have Harringtons On The Hill.

 

www.harringtonsonthehill.com

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Hotel Maiyango, Leicester

 


 

As you enter the restaurant the world outside will fade away and seem distant. The restaurant is dimly lit, with candles, lanterns, rich colours, sumptuous cushions and drapes of fabric creating a unique intimate atmosphere. The music combines eclectic world beats and contemporary influences. This unique setting is why Maiyango is regarded as one of the best dining experiences in the UK and winner of Gold in the ‘Taste of England’ regional tourism awards.

 

www.maiyango.com 

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Inn at Farnborough, Nr Banbury

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Joiners Arms, Leicester

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Mallory Court Hotel, Harbury

Mallory Court Hotel

At the heart of the Mallory kitchens, Head Chef, Simon Haigh and his team create a cuisine which is characterised by carefully selected ingredients prepared with a deceptive simplicity, complemented by a choice of over 200 wines. The timeless classic elegance of the oak-panelled restaurant makes it the perfect place to relax and indulge.   

 

www.mallory.co.uk

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Mint Restaurant, Birmingham

 Mint

 

With A la Carte menus for dinner offered alongside delicious brunch and fantastically priced Set Dinner and Sunday Lunch, dishes incorporate the finest locally sourced ingridients.

 

www.mint-restaurant.com

 

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Moon & Sixpence, Banbury

 

The Moon and Sixpence

 

Hylton and his brigade use their experience, knowledge and creativity to serve a quality modern English menu with a touch of French cuisine, as well as classic Bar and Grill menus, Salads and sandwiches are also available.

 

www.themoonandsixpencehanwell.com

 

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New Hall, Sutton Coldfield

 

New Hall Hotel & Spa

 

Our focus is on providing you with freshly prepared and cooked dishes made with the best ingredients that are locally sourced wherever possible. So whether your are enjoying a fine dining four course gourmet meal or the simplest of room service snacks, you can be sure that your food has been passionately prepared with care, skill and the finest ingredients – giving you great food. We have a number of options available to you and above all we are here to ensure you enjoy your time with us.

 

www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/hotels/new-hall-hotel

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Nuthurst Grange, Hockley Heath

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Old Bridge, Huntingdon
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One Elm, The, Stratford upon Avon

The One Elm

 

Star of the show for many is an item from their noted chargrill, with a 28 day dry-aged 8oz Aberdeenshire rump cap steak with chips, watercress and peppercorn sauce, or the by now classic brasserie stand-by of surf and turf, with steak brochettes, King prawns, garlic butter and fat chips. But nothing beats the Jimmy Butler free-range double pork cutlets with game chips, grilled sweetcorn and barbecue sauce on a board for two.

www.oneelmstratford.co.uk

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Opus, Birmingham

Opus

 

Local flavour. Original taste. Created by a local, independent team, Opus Restaurant celebrates the seasonal variety of quality produce through our modern British menu.

www.opusrestaurant.co.uk

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Oscars French Bistro, Leamington Spa

Oscars French Bistro

 

Awarded the coveted Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2008 - a credit to our talented Head Chef - Oscars is a place for food lovers who enjoy dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Try Oscar's 'Auberge Night' every Tuesday, 3 courses for £14.50 with lots of French bread!

 

www.oscarsfrenchbistro.co.uk

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Petit Gourmand, Le

 Le Petit Gourmand

 

 

In every respect Petit Gourmand has established its own identity in the last two years and become a very popular restaurant in the area. Head Chef, Iain Miller and Executive Chef, Patrick Robiquet, use the finest ingredients and locally sourced food to create the seasonal menus at Petit Gourmand and have risen to the challenge to provide the superb food that regulars had become used to at this address on Warwick Road.

www.petit-gourmand.co.uk

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Plough at Eathorpe

The Plough

 

 

 

The Plough is a former 18th Century Coaching Inn on the old Roman Road known as the Fosse Way (B4455), at the entrance to the Village of Eathorpe, near Leamington Spa in Warwickshire.
The Plough at Eathorpe is passionate about providing quality home cooked, locally sourced and hearty modern meals from a sensibly priced menu.

 

www.plough-at-eathorpe.co.uk

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Purnell's, Birmingham

Purnell's

 

Glynn Purnell’s bold and innovative cooking that has brought him critical acclaim and numerous awards including a Michelin star provides the ultimate gourmet adventure.     
‘A la carte’ and ‘prix fixe’ 
menus are available for lunch and dinner, as well as 7 course tasting menus.

 

www.purnellsrestaurant.com

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Queens Head, Bulwick

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Quod Bar & Grill, Oxford

Quod Bar & Grill

 

 

Quod Bar and Brasserie is a modern British and European grill serving simple, seasonal food with sophistication and style. Think hearty, modern brasserie dishes you might find on the Mediterranean coast, delicious pasta, giant pizza…and think New York for the best burger in the city. The best of every modern brasserie, Quod serves superb mouth watering seasonal food that will appeal to everybody.

 

www.quod.co.uk

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Red Lion, Long Compton

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Rose & Crown, Warwick

Rose & Crown

 

Amongst other main course dishes look for the Scottish Skippers Scheme fish, with fat chips and mushy peas, Jimmy Butler's bangers and mash suitably endowed with some rich onion gravy, pan fried pork schnitzel with tomato and caper beurre noisette or a delightful prawn and herb fishcake with samphire and rocket salad. Renowned for steaks, which are all at least 21 day dry-aged from Aberdeenshire, The Rose & Crown also serves other great meats all sourced via the dedication of Aubrey Allen.

www.roseandcrownwarwick.co.uk

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Stag at Offchurch

Stag at Offchurch

 

The Stag at Offchurch is celebrating its new management and ownership with a stunning refurbishment to the bar and restaurant areas. 

Still retaining its heritage as an independent traditional country pub, The Stag prides itself on offering great food at great value and a great atmosphere, not to mention the warm Warwickshire welcome.

 

www.thestagatoffchurch.com

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St Mary's Hall, Coventry

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Simpsons, Edgbaston

Simpson's


Simpsons earned its first Michelin star in Kenilworth, a small Warwickshire town. After the move to the Birmingham area, it took almost no time at all for restauranteur Andreas Antona and his team, Chef de Cuisine Luke Tipping and Head Chef Adam Bennett to earn another one. This is special occasion dining worth a journey from anywhere in the Midlands.

 

www.simpsonsrestaurant.co.uk

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The Forest, Solihull

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The Crown, Broughton

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Thrales, Litchfield

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Three Horseshoes, Madingley

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Turners of Harborne, Birmingham

 

Turner's

 

Turners opened in July 2007 by Chef Richard Turner and business partner Nick Cruddington. The aim was simple, to offer serious food at reasonable prices in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, whilst maintaining the highest standards of service possible. Since the restaurant opened it has received much praise from the media and public alike and in January 2009 Turners became one of only 3 restaurants in Birmingham to be awarded a coveted Michelin star. Despite all its awards and rave reviews Richard Turner still believes in the philosophies he had when he opened the restaurant. He believes that looking after his customers and using the freshest seasonal produce is the real reason for Turners Success.

 

 www.turnersofharborne.com

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Wildes Wine Bar & Restaurant

 

Wherever possible, we deal with like-minded, local suppliers who share our determination to provide good food; and go out of their way to source free-range and organic produce.

Our seasonal à la carte menu is complemented and supplemented by daily specials, which change frequently according to market availability, Christophe’s whims and – most importantly – the feedback of our customers.

                          We also serve a wide choice of smaller or tapas dishes.

 

                                                       www.wildes.uk.com