After 8 weeks of heats, and an intense final round, the Great British Menu for 2009 has been revealed - and Nigel has taken centre stage on the menu with his latest version of Lancashire Hotpot as the main course.

Nigel would like to thank all of you who have supported him throughout the challenging 8 weeks of the competition and finally it was the votes that counted - so a BIG thank you if you voted.

The winning 4-course menu will be served at a banquet at the RAF’s historic Halton House to honour men and women retuning from active service in Afghanistan. It will be featured in a special documentary to be screened on BBC2 on Tuesday 16th June 2009..

The winning menu and its chef creators are:

Pru Leth said: ”What is really exciting for me is that they haven’t made these traditional British things stodgy and boring - they are exquisite. Their skill, their passion for it, it’s just lifted it to a degree that is sublime and I can’t wait. Roll on the Banquet.”

For more news on Nigel’s success and quotes click here for the press release.

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As for those who won’t be invited to the big event - fear not. All four of Nigel’s final weeks dishes are already on the menu at Northcote where you can sample the taste that won over the judge’s hearts.

	Starter “Corned” Goosnargh Duck, Ham and Scratchings Craig's Recommended wine - Marsanne, Yves Cuilleron, Rhone, France, 2007
	Fish Course Muncaster Crab, Tossed Salad, Hen’s egg, English Mustard Mayonnaise Craig's Recommended wine - Pinot Grigio, Ramato (slightly pink), Specogna, Venezia Giulia, Italy, 2007
	Soup Bank’s Tomato Consomme, Tomato Caviar, Organic Garden Herbs, Cheese on Toast
	Main Course Lonk Lamb Lancashire Hotpot, Roast Loin, Pickled Red Cabbage, Organic Tangled Garden Carrots and Leeks Craig's Recommended wine - Pinot Noir, Amayna, San Antonio, Leyda Valley, Chile, 2006
	Dessert Summer Fruit Pudding, Lancashire Cheese Ice Cream Craig's Recommended wine - Bouteille Call, Bonny Doon, Santa Cruz, California, USA, NV

£55.00 per person
Wines are not included in this price

To reserve Nigel's Great British Menu

This menu MUST BE PRE-BOOKED WHEN MAKING YOUR RESERVATION As this dish is slow-cooked to bring out all the delicious flavours that won the judges hearts.

Available all week for Lunch and Dinner with the exception of Sunday Lunch.

A La Carte Menu

Alternatively, all these dishes are on Nigel's a la carte menu, so you can choose individual dishes if you prefer, However, again if you would like the Hotpot THIS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED, when making your reservation.

To make a reservation telephone - 01254 240555

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Sunday 5th July - Ewood Park, the home of Blackburn Rovers

DON'T MISS OUT!

• Nigel will demonstrate his winning dishes from the BBC 2 Great British Menu
• Craig will perfect some Summer cocktails and recommend wines to accompany these great dishes.
• Meet Nigel's Great British menu Food Heroes. They have played a huge part in making Nigel's dishes the success they are:
  • Rod Spence the Lonk Sheep Farmer
  • Frank Chamberlain - Muncaster Crabs
  • Reg Johnson - Goosnargh Duck
  • Graham Kirkham from the famous Mrs Kirkham's Lancashire Cheese
• Opportunity to buy from Nigel's local food heroes market
• All this followed by an aperitif and a 2-course lunch

ONLY £35.00 FULLY INCLUSIVE FOR A FULL SUNDAY'S ENTERTAINMENT

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BOOK, TELEPHONE NOW ON 01254 222244

(10.30am start, expected finish time after lunch 3.00pm)

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One of the most important factors of serving up a great Hotpot is having the right dish and Nigel has researched this in detail to create a pot in the traditional way, hand thrown from stoneware clay.

Recently Nigel has turned to the experience and knowledge of Hook Norton Pottery, owned and run by Russell Collins in Oxfordshire.

Prices

• Large Hotpot Dish - £15.95
• Set of 3, includes Hotpot Dish and 2 side dishes - £32.95
• Medium plate to serve - £11.75
• Large plate to serve - £14.50

Click here to register your interest

Click here to read about Hook Norton Pottery

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Click here to view full weekly and weekend rates for the gourmet break

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If you like to lunch don’t forget the fantastic offers on lunch Monday - Saturday.

You can save £5.00 per person on a 2 or 3 course seasonal menu or a la carte.

For example:

• 2 courses with coffee. Save £5.00. Now only £15.00
• 3 courses with coffee. Save £5.00 Now only £19.50
• Or use your £5.00 voucher to discount when choosing A la carte.

You can also save £10.00 per person when choosing the 5-course Gourmet menu, which is currently Nigel Great British menu. Normal Price £55.00, with your voucher enjoy all 5-courses for £45.00 per person

Download the vouchers for June here

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