The chef Shaun Hill has spent five decades behind the stoves. After finding fame feeding the diners of Ludlow (The Merchant House) and Devon – where he put Gidleigh Park on the gastronomic map – Shaun Hill reopened Franco Taruschio’s much-loved Walnut Tree in 2008, and quickly restored it to its former glory: though ‘glory’ may be too pompous an epithet for this whitewashed country inn on the B4521 near Abergavenny.
With the cost of setting up a fixed-location restaurant spiralling all the time, it’s no wonder more startups are looking to upcycled shipping containers as a more economical way to launch their business.
News this week including a new venture for former Walnut Tree head chef Roger Brook and a second opening for Mexican brand El Pastor
Whether it’s a fancy black tie bash with lobster and fizz or a more informal affair with sharing dishes, craft beers and a quick burst of Auld Lang Syne, restaurants around the UK have plenty of options when it comes to welcoming in the New Year in style
Tempted by the new Cooks’ Ingredients products at Waitrose & Partners but not sure how to use them? The Good Food Guide has selected just a few of the restaurants using these ingredients to brilliant effect so you can draw inspiration from the professionals. And if you can’t sample their dishes in situ, try recreating them at home, or visit waitrose.com for more recipe ideas.
