27
Jan
Five years ago he left the Manor to return to his homeland, Apulia. Now he has come back, wife, child, and ‘bump on the way’ in tow, and a whole bag of experience to pass onto the team. He’s brought us wines from his hometown; Nero di Troia, Minutolo and Faraone make a happy trio. ...
27
Jan
Beetroot, goat’s cheese, sourdough
‘Cauliflower cheese’
Rose veal, onion, nasturtiums
Monkfish, kohlrabi, miso, coriander
Squab, red cabbage, hazelnut
The artisan cheese board, apricot & walnut bread
Rhubarb, almond, toasted meringue
Blood orange, white chocolate aero, star anise
Cauliflower cheese, rose veal, blood orange: such stuff as dreams are made ...
10
Jan
It’s a new year and we are all just returning to work and school in my household.
Day one generally goes something like this: the night before, bags are packed for all three of my sons, lunches are prepared ahead and in the fridge. Uniforms are laid out and sports kits are ready to go. ...
22
Dec
Right down in the heel of Italy’s boot sits Apulia. This is the land that Restaurant Manager Gianrico calls home. Since his return to the Manor Gianrico’s been educating the team on his region’s wines; Nero di Troia, Minutolo and Faraone make a happy trio. Today we’re chatting about Christmas in Apulia.
In Italy the ...
22
Dec
As a year draws to a close, it is human nature to start thinking about the next: the opportunities, goals and plans that we have fill our mind with excitement and focus. I love planning, dreaming and keeping my mind focused on what is ahead and what I can work towards next. There’s something so ...