Plymouth Magazine Food Guide June 2017

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Food Guide June 2017

The talented team behind the Duke of Cornwall’s rosette-award winning food From teenage apprentice to head chef at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel’s award-winning restaurant – meet Kevin Scargill, the local boy who’s risen to the top.

The former Stoke Damerel Community College student was a 17-year-old learning the trade when he started at the Duke of Cornwall 16 years ago. He now heads up a team of seven whose skills, together with the front-of-house service, have secured the hotel a coveted AA rosette for its fine dining experience.

With weddings, banquets, functions, the ‘Tea at the Top’ afternoon tea experience, and the restaurant which is also open every day to non-residents, Kevin and the team are kept busy all year round. And he wouldn’t have it any other way. “I love what I do,” said Kevin. “Food is my passion and you’ve got to have a passion for it because it’s not a normal 9-5 job. It’s definitely true when people say you have to be slightly mad to be a chef.”

Kevin wanted to broaden his experience so a few years ago he left the Duke for a while to work for the US military in Afghanistan, where he was in charge of a kitchen with up to 150 chefs from around the world. He also worked at a UN base in Cyprus and spent some time in Dubai before heading home – and back to the Duke of Cornwall: “I was away for about three years and when I got back they were looking for a new head chef. So that was perfect timing.”

Kevin oversees all of the menus and gets to introduce innovative dishes alongside the Duke’s favourites: “Most of our food is pretty classic,” he said, “but we also like to have something a little bit different as well. My own favourite at the moment is the beer-battered mackerel which we have as a starter. It’s an example of how you can create a lovely dish by trying things out. I don’t like working strictly to a recipe.

I like to experiment and build the flavours up.”

Kevin encourages the rest of the team to bring their own ideas to the table, too – including two who are learning the trade under Kevin’s guidance; the training cycle has gone full circle. “We have a very talented team,” said Kevin. “Our

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sous chef, Nicholas Reed, is brilliant at coming up with new dishes and we bounce off each other all the time. Everyone offers up ideas which we’ll try out and introduce as long as they fit in with what our clientele would enjoy.”

There are some new mains on the menu this summer that make the most of what’s in season now. Favourites include Westcountry beef fillet, ribeye steak, corn-fed chicken supreme, pork belly, duck breast, local fish, and a range of vegetarian options.

There is also a set menu for pre-theatre or pre-concert events, where booking is essential.

A feature of all the food is great West Country produce: “Supporting local businesses is a big thing of ours,” said Kevin. “We work very closely with local fish, meat, and fruit and veg suppliers.”

The restaurant’s award-winning quality and service applies equally to the hotel’s weddings, banquets and privately-booked dinner parties and functions. Subsidised menus are available for charitable organisations.

The team will create a tailor-made menu to suit your tastes and budget and could be an afternoon tea, a finger buffet or a sit down meal. You even get a choice of rooms for your event, from the large ballroom and spacious restaurant, to smaller function rooms. Operations manager Pete Adams said: “We can cater for parties of all sizes, from 10 people up to 280. What really sets us apart is the rosette food we offer and our decades of experience of service.”

A sample restaurant menu is on the website. Or contact the Duke to discuss a special occasion for your family, friends or organisation.

Duke of Cornwall Hotel Millbay Road, PL1 3LG 01752 275850 www.thedukeofcornwall.co.uk

Suphas

No1 East Quay House, Sutton Harbour PL4 0HX 01752 228513 www.suphas.co.uk

Supha’s Street Food Emporium grows from strength to strength. After hitting their first year in February this fresh little eatery is gearing up for a fantastic year ahead. This truly unique independent has gained a reputation as one of the leaders in South East Asian street food in the South West - if not the country.

They have just launched their eagerly anticipated new menu with an even bigger seafood offer and although a few old favourites have gone, they have been replaced by some fantastic new dishes.

Still the only eatery in Plymouth Local scallops with a fresh fish counter stocked from the local Sutton Harbour Fish Market just two minutes away, it also boasts the best gluten free offering in the city and caters wonderfully for vegetarians and vegans as well as a selection of locally sourced meats. They produce all their sauces and pastes in-house: there is no bog standard off the shelf here and every dish is lovingly prepared in the open kitchen. And with the summer not far away this must be one of the best places to sit and watch the sun go down in the city, whilst sipping on a cold drink and feasting on the freshest food in town.

Dan of Supha’s said:“We are far from the maddening crowd here – a real gem on Plymouth’s waterfront and we love it being nestled on the side of the harbour.”

Opening times Monday Closed; Tuesday and Sunday 12 noon to 9pm; Wednesday to Saturday 12 noon to10pm.

The Village 32 Southside Street, PL1 2LE 01752 667688 www.thevillagerestaurantplymouth.co.uk

Opening Times: Monday - Sunday 11.30am - 10.15pm

32 Southside Street The Barbican Plymouth PL1 2LE

The Village Restaurant is located on the quayside on the historic Barbican in Plymouth.

The family-run Village Restaurant started life over 30 years ago and is one of Plymouth’s oldest seafood restaurants.

It has established a well deserved reputation in Plymouth for serving the finest fish and seafood dishes, as well as local meat, poultry and game with an Grecian twist.

Our reputation for freshly prepared seafood has led customers from as far afield as Bristol and Birmingham to come to us time and again for excellent meals and service.

The Village Restaurant, based on the historic Barbican, started life over 27 years ago and is one of Plymouth’s oldest seafood restaurants.

It has established a well deserved reputation for serving the finest fish and seafood dishes, as well as local meat, poultry and game with an Grecian twist.

Being located just a stone’s throw from Plymouth Fish Market means all our fish is freshly caught and prepared on the day.

Our excellent range of fresh food also includes chicken, steaks, lamb and Greek dishes. We take great pride in both our food and our reputation, so come to us for a beautiful meal in a beautiful restaurant.

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01752 667688

www.thevillagerestaurantplymouth.co.uk

Langage Farm

Shop and Cafe 72 The Ridgeway, Plympton PL7 2AL 01752 346250 www.langagefarm.com/stockists/our-shop VISIT OUR IC

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OR ENJOY: A traditional Devon Cream Tea in our patio garden, Ice Cream, Milkshakes, Smoothies, Tea, Coffee and lots of other local produce available to eat in or takeaway.

72 The Ridgeway Plympton Plymouth PL7 2AL Summer Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 9.30 am till 6pm Sundays 10am till 5pm (Close one hour earlier throughout winter)

Tel: 01752 346250 • www.langagefarm.com

Langage Farm has become well known for its mouthwatering choice of over 30 flavours of Ice Cream and Frozen Yoghurt within the local Plymouth community and nationally.

Started in the 1950’s by Mr and Mrs Harvey, the cream for their much loved products, including their delicious Langage Farm clotted cream, still comes from their local herd of Jersey cows.

The herd of over 280 cows graze in fields just a couple of miles up the road from the Langage shop located on the Ridgeway in Plympton.

The shop was opened in 2007 by Tracie Germain and her manageress Jane Parkinson and it’s the only place where you’ll find all the product range and flavours under one roof.

You will also find a fantastic range of products from local producer’s including locally-made pasties from Chunk of Devon and cakes from Chocaccino on the Barbican.

The business is still run by the Harvey family, with son James, daughter Wendy, and grandson Ben now at the helm, continuing the important mantra left by the late Mrs Harvey that everything is about quality, quality and quality.

So if you fancy a traditional Devonshire cream tea in our sunny garden, or a tasty takeaway from the deli, why not pop in and say hello?

Barbican Kitchen

60 Southside Street PL1 2LQ 01752 604448 www.barbicankitchen.com

Located on Plymouth’s historic Barbican, the Barbican Kitchen is a firm favourite for foodies, with the much-loved brasserie celebrating its 11th birthday this year.

Run by chefs and brothers, Chris and James Tanner, the brasserie is perfect for those looking to make the most out of the best in stunning local meats, tasty vegetables and top quality fish, sourced directly from suppliers across the South West.

Housed in the world famous Plymouth Gin Distillery, the Barbican Kitchen was established in 2006 by the Tanner brothers, Chris and James, with the aim of taking full advantage of the superb larder available here in the Westcountry and delivering fresh local food at a realistic price.

Its menu celebrates the finest produce available in the Westcountry, catering to all tastes and occasions, serving comfort food with a twist, as well as re-invented classics. From light lunches, to traditional local favourites, to mouth-watering puddings, the Barbican Kitchen has a host of crowd pleasing dishes to satisfy all taste buds.

The brothers have created a winning formula for delivering high quality food, with mass appeal. The Barbican Kitchen is not only a testament to the region, helping to put Plymouth on the food map, but has also created a lasting legacy as one of the top independent, family-run restaurants in the region.

Come in for the relaxing atmosphere with friendly capable service

Set menu £13.95 for two course & £16.95 for three course Available all lunch and early evening alongside our a la carte and specials menu with under 5’s eating for free!

Plymouth Gin Distillery 60 Southside Street Plymouth PL1 2LQ T: 01752 604448 E: info@barbicankitchen.com

Opening times: Lunch Mon – Sat 12-2.30 Dinner Mon - Thurs 6-9.30 Fri & Sat 5-10

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Wok Fusion

23 Mutley Plain, PL4 6JG 01752 222088 www.wokfusion.co.uk

Bringing AUTHENTIC ASIAN FOOD to Plymouth.

We celebrate Asian food in all its mouth-watering glory, from steaming soups to fragrant curries.

01752 222088 www.wokfusion.co.uk Eat In, Take Away or Home Delivery 23 Mutley Plain Plymouth PL4 6JG

Opening Hours: Mon - Sun (Closed Tues) 5pm - 11pm

The Hidden Olive 1 Pinnacle Quay, PL4 0BJ

Wok Fusion offers fresh oriental cuisine - either dine in, takeaway or home delivery. Our highly skilled chefs create wonderful dishes using only the highest quality ingredients, bringing diners a true taste of the orient. We are vegetarian friendly.

Noodle boxes, curries, traditional stir fry, sweet and sour dishes, soups and sides - our menus have something to suit every taste so that all of our guests can enjoy their dining experience. Our noodle dishes include Pad Thai, Penang Satay, Shanghai Udon and Mee Goreng.

We have a selection of Light Bites which naturally includes Aromatic Peking Crispy Duck, Malaysian Satay Chicken on Skewers and Chunky Sesame King Prawns on Toast. And something a bit different - salt and pepper dishes including Squid and Wor Tip (pork dumplings).

Our authentic curries include Thai Green, Malaysian Rendang and Malaysian Red, while the Stir Fry selection features Kung Po, Hong Kong Sweet and Sour, Szechuan and Penang Satay variations.

Chef’s Specials include Thai Mango Chicken - lightly battered chicken breasts, served with fresh shredded mango and our homemade Thai mango dip and Mongolian Black Pepper Special.

You can come and dine in our restaurant on Mutley Plain or download our takeaway menu and bring some oriental cuisine direct to your home. We look forward to serving you soon!

• 1 Pinnacle Quay, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth PL4 0BJ •

01752 657070 www.thehiddenolive.co.uk At the Hidden Olive restaurant we strive to give our customers the very best experience. All of our dishes are cooked from scratch using fresh and where possible, locally sourced ingredients. All of our menus are adapted according to the seasons but are mainly inspired by the Mediterranean cuisine.

Everyone who walks through our doors is welcomed with open arms and catered for their every need. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free or a meat lover, you can guarantee a delicious meal delivered to you with excellent service and a smile!

If food is not what you are after we also sell a wide selection of drinks all day including our Westcountry roasted coffee which complements our baked cakes perfectly. Also included within our drinks selection are our gins.

We have 40 gins in total with the choice of six different Fever Tree tonics to accompany them. Since we love G&Ts so much here at the restaurant we regularly host Gin tasting evenings! Our next Gin evening is on Thursday the 27th of July at 7pm, tickets can be purchased in the restaurant.

We are blessed with wonderful views overlooking Sutton Harbour which we complement with a relaxed atmosphere inside, perfect for students to come and hang out. Every Wednesday from 9 until 5 is our student day where we offer B.O.G.O.F deals on our food and drinks.

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Everyone is welcome at The Hidden Olive When you walk through our doors, you are either already our friend or you will be...

This unique restaurant and coffee shop is located in Plymouth’s prime location – Pinnacle Quay, Sutton Harbour.

We have a relaxed, comfy and friendly setting offering both casual and fine dining menus from dusk until dawn, so if you are celebrating a special occasion, spending that all important family time together, catching up with friends or even walking the dog, you will be met with the largest of smiles.

Whether you are sampling our breakfast menus with our homemade beans and chorizo croquettes, or trying our original vegetarian and vegan dishes, You can rest assured that we cater for everyone and you will leave happy!

01752 657070

thehiddenolive.co.uk • thehiddenolive@hotmail.com

Chocaccino

Chocolate Café and Shop Are you mad about pudding?

Do you always choose your dessert first ?

TO CELEBRATE 10 YEARS, WE ARE GIVING AWAY 10 PUDDING LUNCHES!

The Chocaccino Pudding Lunch !

2 special courses £11.95 First, choose a light lunch from our special menu, Then choose three desserts to create your very own pudding platter served with chocolate sauce and all the trimmings!

Served Tuesday to Sunday 12pm – 4pm We also serve Luxury Afternoon Tea in our café.

Why not treat someone with a gift voucher?

58 Southside Street, The Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2LA

www.chocaccino.co.uk

Chocaccino is approaching its 10th Anniversary. Mother and daughter, Kim and Aisleigh have spent the last ten years creating scrumptious cakes and delicious handmade artisan chocolates. Situated in the heart of Plymouth’s historic Barbican is this chocoholic’s dream. The heavenly aroma of fresh chocolate hangs in the air…sit and indulge with a wonderful aromatic real hot chocolate, made from rich Belgian chocolate, choose from white, milk or dark chocolate. They are famous for their chocoholics dream cream teas; an overloaded chocolate chip scone, clotted cream, jam and warm chocolate sauce, it is simply to die for. There are a fabulous range of handmade chocolates on display all made by Kim and Aisleigh.

If you are a pudding fiend then be sure to try the Chocaccino Pudding Lunch, a light lunch followed by a platter of desserts finished with honeycomb, strawberries, salted caramel and melted chocolate. The luxury afternoon tea is also a real treat, presented on a tiered stand, including warm homemade scones, jam and clotted cream, delicious smoked salmon and cream cheese finger sandwiches, toasted ham and cheese croissants and a selection of sweet creations. They also serve a range of fresh sandwiches, paninis and salads to suit the more savoury among us.

To celebrate their tenth anniversary Kim & Aisleigh are giving away ten pudding lunches in August. Upon every purchase in Chocaccino during June and July you will be given a raffle ticket to be entered into the draw.

01752 256655

95 Castle Street PL1 2NJ 01752 242021 www.b-bar.co.uk

58 Southside Street, PL1 2LA 01752 256655 www.chocaccino.co.uk

B Bar

Coming from their home in the world-renowned Barbican Theatre in the ancient corner of Plymouth’s Barbican, the B-Bar offers an authentic Thai menu in a relaxed setting with quality live music, comedy and spoken word performances throughout the week.

Using exotic Thai spices sourced by them directly from Thailand, locally sourced fish, meat and vegetables and their team of experienced Thai chefs, they have gained a reputation as one of the most authentic Thai tastes you can find in the South West.

Their aim is to offer “great tasting, fresh, high-quality food in an unpretentious way” and this ethos is evident in their funky, laid-back restaurant. The menu consists of a range of traditional starters like Chicken Satay and Spicy Prawn Crackers to in-house developed delights like their pork cakes and corn cakes.

There are several fragrant Thai curries and soups and a selection of stir fried dishes with your choice of meat, fish or vegetable. Most famously though are the brilliant noodle boxes, served 'street-food' style in cardboard containers with wooden chopsticks (or forks for the less adventurous) with dishes such as the classic Pad Thai, the delicious Naam Phrik Pao or the spicy Pad Kee Mao. We recommend their brilliant Comedy Night on the first Wednesday of every month.

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The future is bright for the Orangery garden café With a complete top-to-toe refurbishment and a seachange in its food ethos, the historic Orangery garden café at Mount Edgcumbe has been transformed into a beautiful venue for all seasons.

The Orangery now offers fresh home-made food that’s jam-packed with local produce and, with its contemporary but still friendly atmosphere, it’s fast becoming a favourite for couples looking to hold their wedding reception in a unique setting and for people celebrating special occasions.

The transformation has been carried out by Michelle Neale, whose Camellia Catering business took over the running of The Orangery three years ago. Michelle had already been working at the venue for four years as a team member for the previous management so she knew what she was taking on.

Weddings Proms Baby showers Gala dinners Birthdays

The Orangery Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, Cornwall, PL10 1HZ 01752 822586 www.theorangerymountedgcumbe.co.uk

The Orangery has a new kitchen and bar and a menu that finally does the venue justice. Gone are the pre-packed sandwiches, replaced by tasty meals and cakes made using ingredients sourced largely from Devon and Cornwall.

The menu includes the all day Orangery breakfast including a vegetarian option, all day brunch, gourmet burger, sandwiches and a children’s menu. The bar and cocktail menus also celebrate local ales, ciders, rum and gin. Among the cocktails is the ‘Poldark and Stormy’ featuring Cornish-produced Dead Man’s Fingers Spiced Rum with Fever Tree ginger beer, fresh lime and bitters served over ice. Cornish Bramble, meanwhile, has Tarquin’s Cornish gin as its main star.

The Sunday roast offers a choice of local meats or a nut roast with seasonal vegetables for £11. Word has got out about these so it’s best to book in advance.

The Orangery is a short, level walk from the Cremyll Ferry landing pier and usual opening times are 10.30am to 4pm, seven days a week, with later openings in fine weather. Visit the website for the full menus and information on how to book the venue. Look out on the Facebook page, too, for the Sunday afternoon live acoustic sessions planned for the garden this summer.

Breakfast Brunch Lunch High tea Ice cream Tea and coffee Sunday roast

Book your dream wedding here.

For opening times and more information please visit our website

The Orangery, Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, Cornwall, PL10 1HZ Tel: 01752 822 586

www.theorangerymountedgcumbe.co.uk