‘BACK TO THE USSR’ A palate-dancing retro revival for the modern age of some classic and delicious dishes from the ex-Soviet Union and the now independent countries that comprised and survived it, along with accompanying wine matches. The cuisine from this culturally divided and diverse region thrives and is fascinating, earthy, rich and full of the character and soul. Family recipes lovingly recorded and passed down through generations. This menu is dedicated to all those things, and to the wonderful Ukrainian Chef and friend Olia Hercules who has published two remarkable recipe and travelogue books "Mamuska" and "Kaukasis" which have shone new light on the incredible span and creativity of this fascinating region and its food. Tickets £45/head to include 4 courses & wine (space is limited to 14). THE MENU by Chef Kerstin Ingham .::RUSSIA Herring Caviar, & Buckwheat blini canape Red Tsar shot .::UKRAINE Borscht - Beetroot & vegetable soup Kanapa-style Dobogo Tokaji Furmint, Hungary .::GEORGIA & AZERBAIJAN Chicken Tabaka with Blackberry sauce & Ossetian cheese & greens pie chestnut & squash 'plov' rice, cabbage & apple slaw Cuvée Methodius Vranec, Macedonia .::UKRAINE Roast Rhubarb, Buckwheat ice-cream, toasted sunflower & pumpkin seed meringue The Innocent Bystander Moscato Rosé, New Zealand A glass of each will be served with every course and will be introduced by Jane Salt, owner of Hay Wines.

Once again, one of our famous Whisky tasting events! Taste & enjoy 6 different Single Malts carefully selected by our own Whisky expert Simon Clarke. THE LINE-UP COMING SOON...