FOOD + DRINK
Eastwell Manor , Ashford
An award-winning restaurant set inside a breathtaking historic country house , The Brasserie at Eastwell is destined to be a resplendent roast experience . Choose from a 35-day aged rolled rib of Sussex beef or stuffed pork belly , which , when combined with crisp duck fat roasted potatoes , fresh seasonal vegetables and lashings of rich gravy , make for the ultimate comfort meal at the manor . Accompanied by a selection of tasty starters and indulgent desserts , we promise you ' ll leave feeling seriously satisfied . With mouthwatering flavours and views of the grand gardens while you dine , this is a Sunday experience you will remember .
The Garden Room at Port Lympne
A beautiful orangery-style garden room restaurant elevated above the reserve ’ s 600 acres and savannah of roaming animals , The Garden Room promises a laid back but beautifully refined dining space , a friendly welcome , and a menu of Kentish produceled delights cooked up by head chef Lee Edney and his team . Bursting with local seasonal produce – seasonal vegetables are picked fresh from their market garden near Howletts , while artisan local producers supply dairy , meat and fish – all the menus here are extremely tempting and Sunday is no exception . Guests have the option of either a two- or threecourse set menu . Expect hearty plates of roast meats , complete with the likes of parsnip puree , spring greens , roasted carrots and , most importantly , top tier roasties – perfectly crisp on the outside with flavours of rosemary and garlic and lovely and fluffy in the middle ! The menu also offers a fish and veggie option alongside its classic burger , as well as additional roasties if you so wish .
Coast at The Hythe Imperial
Coast at the Hythe Imperial offers fine dining in an elegant and relaxed setting at this grand hotel by the sea . It gained its first AA Rosette in July 2016 and has maintained the standard ever since . Guests can enjoy modern British cuisine prepared using locally sourced Kentish ingredients that reflect the seasons . Roast meats are from T & L Coopers in Ashford and all vegetables are sourced fresh from a local greengrocer . “ Our dishes are never over elaborate to ensure the quality of the ingredients to shine through to provide the very best taste sensation for our guests ,” says the head chef . Enjoy mains such as slow-roasted pork belly with apple and sage stuffing , apple sauce and red wine jus , or veggie options including cashew , almond and cranberry nut roast served with tenderstem broccoli and indulgent gravy .
Frasers of Egerton
The award-winning restaurant at Frasers is located amongst beautiful countryside with an abundance of fresh , seasonal produce to inspire the menu and tantalise the taste buds of its diners . The restaurant is housed in a traditional oak framed barn with panoramic views of open countryside . All ingredients are sourced from a carefully selected group of local artisan producers and suppliers and , during the game season , game is sourced from the estate to minimise food-miles . Proprietor Lisa Jane-Fraser ’ s ethos is to create wholesome tasty dishes with seasonal flavour and variety to bring the taste of Kent to the table . Frasers unashamedly work on a pre-ordering basis for their menus to minimise food wastage . Usual restaurant food wastage is around 50 % and Frasers food waste is now less than 5 %.
A ROAST WITH ... COSY TRADITION
Five Bells Inn , East Brabourne
A quintessential English country pub with four gorgeous guest suites . Proud of its numerous awards and accolades , including Kent Pub of the Year at the 2019 National Pub Awards . Their very own farmstead , Mill House , is very close to The Five Bells and you can see vineyards from the windows of the rooms at the front of the pub . The kitchen pride themselves on selecting the very best from Kent ’ s fields , farms and sea . Traditional Sunday roasts are served with roasties , Yorkshire pudding , cauliflower cheese , carrots , seasonal greens and gravy .
The White Horse , Bearsted
Located in the idyllic village of Bearsted , The White Horse is the perfect destination for a scrumptious Sunday lunch . Bringing together contemporary and traditional décor , this stylish pub , bar and restaurant offers the perfect setting in which to indulge , dine , relax and mingle in optimum comfort . Enjoy your roast alongside a great range of wines , real ales and lagers . The children ’ s menu will be sure to satisfy even the choosiest little guest at your table , too .
The Leicester Arms , Penshurst
The Leicester Arms is a Grade II listed property with a rich and proud history . The kitchen team is very enthusiastic about using only Kentish products . Finalists in the Best Pub for Dogs Awards , The Leicester Arms is a great spot to visit after a walk around the Penshurst Estate with your pooch .
EASTWELL MANOR THE GARDEN ROOM AT PORT LYMPNE
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