FOOD + DRINK
THE ART OF FOOD CONT .
Frog and Scot , Deal www . frogandscot . co . uk
Everyone has heard the opinion that French cuisine is the best in the world . Although we at insideKENT believe that this is an impossible title to award , we agree that French is one of the most elegant and artistic cuisines . Representing this perfectly from the beautiful seaside town of Deal is Frog and Scot . A little bistro mentioned in both the Michelin Guide and Good Food Guide , Frog and Scot is bistronomy at its very best . Serving both classic and contemporary dishes , the restaurant has a marble bar at which to sip exquisite cocktails and intimate Parisian style tables at which to indulge in refined and perfectly crafted French dishes .
Tallow Restaurant , Southborough near Royal Tunbridge Wells www . tallowrestaurant . co . uk
“ Wherever they go , I will follow ,” said revered food journalist Grace Dent in The Guardian when she spoke of Tallow ’ s dynamic husband and wife team , Rob and Donna Taylor . Donna , a trained pastry chef , now runs front of house and Rob exerts his genius in the kitchen as chef . As previous owners of the awardwinning Compasses Inn in Crundale , a Top 50 gastropub for eight years and recipient of the Bib Gourmand , Rob and Donna have achieved critical success from the hospitality industry , national restaurant critics and repeat diners . Their most recent accolade comes in the form of being named in Estrella Damn ’ s National Restaurant Awards top 100 list . Showcasing Rob ’ s unpretentious style where good ingredients are elevated with a sharp attention to detail using modern techniques and bold flavours , the menu at Tallow is an artform to be marvelled at . An East Kent native , Rob brings with him a wealth of local suppliers who source an abundance of goodies from the Kent larder . Visitors to Tallow are sure to be in awe when it comes to both visual pleasure and flavour .
The Windmill , Hollingbourne www . thewindmillhollingbourne . co . uk
A wonderfully cosy pub offering wholesome food and a friendly atmosphere , sometimes art comes in the form of comfort and a warm feeling of contentment . Priding themselves on using the best seasonal British ingredients sourced from local farmers to produce a tempting menu that has become well known for both its heartiness and its sophistication , guests at The Windmill in Hollingbourne can enjoy pub classics with a contemporary twist , traditional Sunday roasts and an enticing beer and wine list . All dishes are presented beautifully and any pictures taken of them will emit a heartwarming glow to any viewer .
Chantilly ’ s Bakery , Sandwich www . chantillys . co . uk
A family run bakery in the heart of Sandwich , Chantilly ’ s is a realisation of this Kent family ’ s vision for creating and sharing affordable artisan breads , pastries and confectionery that are freshly baked each day . Run by Paul and Pauline Usherwood alongside their three daughters , each family member brings their own signature twist to the produce while maintaining traditional baking methods . Passionate about using natural and local ingredients , this is reflected in the unique flavour and character of each product . Based on the true traditions of artisan craft baking , Chantilly ' s believe in a slow , timely fermentation process . They use all natural and organic ingredients which allow for natural preservation and better digestibility . Not only do Chantilly ’ s place emphasis on this scientific side which helps to develop flavour , they also pour passion into the beautiful visual outcome of their creations . With everything from blondies and brownies to drip cakes and artisan loaves , Chantilly ’ s is baking at its best .
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