F O O D & D R I N K A D V E R T I S I N G F E AT U R E
A hidden gem serving up hearty British cuisine using the finest Welsh produce
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iskin Manor is a family-owned, Grade II-listed, AA four star hotel, set in 25 acres of award-winning grounds and gardens. Surrounded by glorious Welsh countryside, Miskin Manor is peacefully located, yet minutes away from the M4. Remaining popular for weddings and conferences, Miskin Manor is a perfect venue for any type of occasion or celebration. Residents and nonresidents can enjoy afternoon tea in our open fire lounge, and lunch or dinner in our award winning Meisgyn Restaurant, serving locally sourced Welsh produce, combining modern British and rustic cuisine. We spoke to head chef David Owen about his background, his love of cooking and why we should eat at Miskin Manor Hotel:
SUNDAY LUNCH MENU SERVED 12-5PM
Tell us about your culinary background? I began my culinary adventure when I was quite young; I was a kitchen porter for some time, and observed from my station the comings and goings of the chefs and all the effort and passion they put into cooking. After some time of allowing my interest in cooking to grow, and with the support of the owners, I found myself walking up the career ladder and after much time, effort and lessons learned, I am now a head chef! What first inspired your love of cooking? I have always had a passion for food; the taste, the preparation, the appearance and so on. I knew that one day I wanted to be able to prepare an edible masterpiece and call it my own, and to give the general public an opportunity to try something new and tasty that they perhaps had not tried before. What’s your favourite dish on the menu? There are a few items on the menu that I enjoy cooking, but I think my favourite dish would have to be the pan fried scallops with butternut squash two ways – it’s a simple but mouthwatering dish. How would you describe your cooking style? I think the main focus of my style of cooking would be on the classic British dishes. I do enjoy delving into other styles here and there, but nothing beats a hearty, delicious dish of food to share with good friends and to remind you of home. So why should we eat at Miskin Manor? Miskin Manor is so unique – it is a hidden gem in south wales. It has so much character and elegance, and that’s amplified by the quality of good, locally sourced welsh produce used by our fantastic team in the kitchen. Next step in your career? To be honest, I have reached the goal I set for my career. I am a head chef – I wanted this position for such a long time when training in the kitchen, and now I can smile happy, knowing that I achieved my goal. But the beauty of working in a kitchen means you never stop learning and developing your skills.
2 courses £16 | 3 course £20 Where possible we source our Sunday lunch produce locally. Our beef is from Cefn Mawr farm in the Usk Valley, our lamb is from Blaengwawr Farm in Aberdare & our pork is from Raglan. Longhouse, The Tumble, St Nicholas, Cardiff CF5 6SA Reserve A Table: 02921 157754
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