The Fuzzy Duck

 If you’ve missed the innovative cooking of Richard Craven, after his restaurant The Chef’s Dozen closed, then here is some good news. After a short break, Richard is back! Richard is now head chef at the new country pub and boutique hotel The Fuzzy Duck. Nestled in the picturesque Warwickshire village of Armscote (a few …

Table Talk

For the first week of the New Year, I’ve been looking for the best restaurant promotions that offer value for money without compromising on quality.             With their first appearance in the Michelin guide this year, The Chef’s Dozen is offering to beat the Winter blues with a four course meal with …

New Years Eve Menus

To welcome 2013, here are my recommendations for five restaurants to celebrate New Year’s Eve.             The Chef’s Dozen has an eight course dinner with a glass of bubbly upon arrival and another to toast 2013. Depending on seasonal availability diners will be served snacks upon arrival, followed by pressed Paddock …

October Food Events

                Get into game, treat yourself to truffles, enjoy a wine dinner or afternoon tea  - dairy dates for October are now on the Food Events page.  

Restaurant News

            Le Truc Café’s first pop-up at Six Eight Kafe in Birmingham on Saturday 9th June promises du pain, du vin and beaucoup de fromage. http://www.letruc.co.uk. The new Summer  menu from Petit Gourmand includes Corn fed chicken supreme, crushed olive potato with green bean and tomato provencale and Chilled lemon …

May Food Events

Check the Events page for details of a wine evening at The Chef’s Dozen, Coventry Farmers Market, The Big Picnic, Kenilworth Food Fayre, Alcester Food Festival and National Vegetarian Week.