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UNIQUELY AWAY SUMMER 2013
Tucked away, off the A11, in the small village of Elveden, the shops and restaurant are clustered around a courtyard, where visitors can relax in the sunshine, over something to eat or drink. Here, and inside as well, they can choose from a menu featuring a range of dishes prepared using Elveden’s own ingredients or those from nearby. Look out for the likes of hot barbecue pulled pork wrap and dry spiced, slow cooked shoulder of lamb, with a sweet and spiced sauce, served with cous cous, tzatziki and fresh, homemade flat bread. The restaurant leads into the food hall, which is a veritable pantry of delights, with shelves piled high with all manner
of groceries, including fresh bread, cheese and eggs. Here, Elveden also has a butchery counter, where it sells its own venison, as well as local beef, lamb, pork and free range chicken. Homemade fudge and other sweet treats are available in the confectionery area while fresh fruit and vegetables, much of which comes from the estate, also create colourful displays.
“This is a fantastic family event, with live music and demonstrations from different chefs, as well as a barbecue and a bar,” says Frances. “It is a big day out and a great opportunity to see just what we do here at Elveden.”
Events are held at Elveden throughout the year, with many involving produce from the estate. The Big Onion Food and Drink Festival, however, on Saturday 7 September, is a key event on the annual calendar, and is when Elveden showcases its own produce alongside that of some 50 other local producers.
For more information on the restaurant call
Words by Abigail Saltmarsh Photography by Nick Read, except exterior image supplied by the Elveden Estate
01842 898066 or the food hall call 01842 898064 or visit www.elveden.com
For information on the Big Onion Food and Drink Festival or to book advance tickets at a reduced rate please also visit www.elveden.com
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