June 2010

Our very own Lisa Allen, Head Chef and the only female chef to make it on BBC 2’s popular Great British Menu Final, was watched by millions last week when she cooked her winning dish “Levens Hall Wild Rabbit & Leek Turnover, Piccalilli” at the banquet in celebration of the National trust.

The judges described this dish as “homage to rabbit”, “delicious beyond belief” and “very elegant and sophisticated”.

Nigel, Craig and all the team are so proud of what she has achieved “Lisa represents the spirit of Northcote moving forward, I am extremely proud of her as a chef and her achievements in this competition. I cannot think of anyone better to cook for the Royal Family at the banquet who represents the strength of young British cooks today.” Nigel.

Lisa’s Great British menu is available as a menu or individual dishes until the end of June
Click here to view menu

It's also available at Lunch as a three course GBM lunch at £40
and of course, you can use your £5 voucher towards this offer.
Click here to view menu

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The Restaurant manager of the Year gala dinner saw the crème de la crème of the industry invited to join the Academy of Food & Wine’s Restaurant Manager Hall of Fame.

The Academy of Food and Wine is a not for profit Social Enterprise, membership organisation and is the Professional body for Front of House Service Personnel focusing on improving the quality of personnel and the image of Front of House Service as a meaningful career choice. Affiliated to the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale, the Academy of Food & Wine is the official professional body for Sommeliers working in the UK.

Click here for the press release when Craig received this honour.

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Nigel’s menus change as the season move along, and at the same time Craig is always working closely with our new Head Sommelier, Adam Pawlowski and his team .

"We are delighted to announce our new wine list where we have been working to bring into the list revered wines by great makers in a quest to add some real style to the list over and above what we have already established. We have started the improvements with Champagne and Burgundy. The process isn't finished as yet and we will be taking a region at a time to refine and improve over the next six months to end up with a list full of intrigue, interest and value to help everyone enjoy the Northcote experience even more. Adam Pawlowski, Head Sommelier and his team will be delighted to assist with all of your requirements so please do not hesitate to ask for help and advice." Craig

Click here to view the new wine list.

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Normal bed & breakfast rate in a Superior Room £225 NOW £140.00
Normal bed & breakfast rate in a Deluxe Room £250 NOW £165.00

(Based on 2 people sharing, discount only applies when dining and subject to availability)

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The Gourmet Overnight stay Based on 2 people sharing: • Stay any night in one of 14 individually styled rooms… each with Temple Spa accessories. • In the evening enjoy a half bottle of Louis Roederer Brut Premier champagne served with a selection of canapés, before sitting down for a 5-course gourmet seasonal dinner. • Wake up to a traditional English breakfast from our extensive regional menu, or one of our many breakfast alternatives. • Take home a signed menu as a keepsake of the occasion.

Click here to view the rates for Gourmet breaks.

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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.

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

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 June here.

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Nigel Haworth is hosting one of his legendary cookery days. Join Nigel along with Lisa Allen, Head Chef of Northcote as they share the secrets of the kitchen and introduces ideas for some great seasonal dishes, later enjoy shopping at Nigel’s Food Heroes Market.
The day also includes aperitif, 2 course lunch, glass of wine.
£45.00 per person.

For more information or to book call 01254 222244 or email sales@northcoteattherovers.com.

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The new summer magazine is now available, with Northcote’s latest group news; Lisa Allen and her story in great British menu and how she could be cooking for Royalty; garden to plate as Nigel discusses the garden development, where to go in the Yorkshire Dales; Portugese wines;a love of chocolate and coffee and much much more.

To order a copy now click here.

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Last week Craig was greatly honoured to be made a member of this elite group of industry figure heads who collectively work together to improve the industry and make a difference to its future.

The formation of the Master Innholders was the first step taken by the WCI towards renewing its old links with innkeeping. In common with many other Livery Companies it had few links with the modern day industry.

The award of membership is open to practicing hotel general managers by application each year. Candidates have to undergo a rigorous interview where they have to clearly demonstrate not only their innkeeping ability, but also continuing support for improving standards within the industry.

With the full support of the Worshipful Company of Innholders and the Institute of Hospitality, the Master Innholders have slowly grown in number and have increased their influence and charitable activities within the hotel industry.

Click here to see who’s who in The Master Innholders.

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