April 2010

Our very own Lisa Allen will be competing in the fifth series of BBC2’s Great British Menu and not content just to be one of three chefs representing the North West region, Lisa is also the only woman to compete in the show across the whole of the UK.

Lisa is challenged to source ingredients in and around the National Trust’s Sizergh Castle.

“It’s such a great honour to be in the show - I am so excited, Northcote has already had great success with Nigel winning through last year, and I cannot believe I have this opportunity to represent Northcote and the North West region. Being the only woman competing is a real thrill and very satisfying to represent women chefs in the UK, in such a male dominated industry” Lisa Allen

The 45 part series will follow three chefs each week as they unearth the very finest produce from the farms and gardens surrounding their local Trust or countryside location.

After putting their culinary skills to the test in the kitchen, each dish will be judged daily by a former Great British Menu champion (Nigel will be a mentor for the North East Region).

“Lisa represents the spirit of Northcote moving forward, I am extremely proud of her as a chef and of her achievements. I cannot think of anyone better that represents the strength of young British Cooks today” Nigel Haworth

In a new twist this year, the chef with the least number of points on Thursday will be eliminated from the competition and only two chefs will go through to the Friday cook-off for the three Great British menu judges, food experts - Matthew Fort, Prue Leith and Oliver Peyton

The eight regional winning chefs will compete in the final round, to create a magnificent British meal that the judges consider fitting for the finale banquet. The nation’s long-time advocate of local, seasonal food and President of the National Trust, The Prince of Wales, will be joined by the Duchess of Cornwall for the banquet and the guest list will comprise of the nation’s best food producers, farmers and fishermen, the people who toil to put the finest local British produce on the map.

Click here to watch a shot preview of the series

REMEMBER WATCH LISA ALL NEXT WEEK FROM
MONDAY 12TH APRIL ON BBC2 @ 6.30PM EVERY NIGHT
TO FIND OUT IF LISA WILL REPRESENT THE REGION IN THIS YEAR’S GREAT BRITISH MENU FINAL

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Nigel is looking forward to joining James Martin again this Saturday for the great weekend food show, full of mouth watering food, great chefs and celebrity guests.

This Saturday Nigel will be joined by celebrity chef - Shaun Rankin from Jersey - a great friend and a past Northcote Obsession Chef, so promises to be an interesting morning of great food and banter between these three talented chefs, although not sure how friendly the Omelette challenge will be!

For more information on Saturday Kitchen click here.

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If you like to lunch don't forget the fantastic offers on lunch Monday - Friday ONLY.

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

Click here to view the Seasonal lunch menu available in April.

For example:

• 2 courses with coffee (£20.00). Save £5.00. Now only £15.00
• 3 courses with coffee (£24.50). 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, Normal Price £55.00, with your voucher enjoy all 5-courses for £45.00 per person.

Download the vouchers for April here.

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Between 1st march and 21st April 2010, you can nominate your favourite independent owned restaurant for The Good Food Guide Restaurant of The year, recommendations will also be used to help compile the 2011 edition

To nominate - simply click here.

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Don't be left out - Make sure your survery views are heard! If you have not already given Harden's your views, you now have a few more days! Extended deadline: 1st May 2010.

What's at stake? Not just your complimentary guide, but also your chance to win a bottle of Remy Martin fine champagne cognac.

To take part, click here.

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EXCLUSIVE OFFER TO 'FRIENDS OF NORTHCOTE'

Package Includes: Welcome Drink Premier 3-course menu by Northcote at the Rovers 1 car park space for every 4 guests Half-time refreshments Matchday magazine and team sheet Licensed pay bar and betting facilities Competitions & Prizes Great views of the pitch MATCHDAY ATTIRE: Jacket & Collar, with ties not obligatory but preferred. Comparable dress for ladies. Strictly no denim or trainers.

For more information, please contact Craig on 01254 690909 or email cholmes@rovers.co.uk.

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Have you dreamt about playing football at a premiership stadium?

Here’s an opportunity to fulfill a boyhood dream!

And help us raise in excess of £45k for Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital.

The day will consist of:

• Guaranteed football playing time on the full pitch at Ewood Park
• Use of players dressing rooms and facilities
• Full kit provided to each team (excluding boots and shin pads)
• Star Guest Managers / Professional Officials
• Mementoes of the day
• A gala dinner and entertainment provided by Northcote at The Rovers to end this momentous day.

Fantastic Event Sponsorship package minimum donation of £1000 which includes the following:

• Match day hospitality table for six people to a *selected Blackburn game during the 2010/11 season, including a three course pre match meal, tickets, half time and full time refreshments.(retail price equivalent to £1300).
• 2 tickets for the Fundraising Football evening dinner and entertainment which follows the tournament. Additional tickets £20 each.
• Your logo will be displayed throughout the tournament on the large stadium screen which will be seen by over 180 participants plus any spectators and will appear during the evening event on the TV’s in the room where we are expecting 350 guests.
• A picture with some of the celebrities attending the event.
• Your logo will also appear on the Fundraising Football programme which will be available to all participants and guests throughout the day.

Click here for full information on costs per team or per individual

Click here for sponsorship opportunities

To enroll your team NOW for this unique opportunity or to discuss the day telephone 01254 222244.

*Available game to be chosen by Blackburn Rovers

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