FOOD + DRINK
NEW FOOD-FOCUSED GM FOR BROADSTAIRS ’ ROYAL ALBION HOTEL
Having honed his hospitality skills in San Francisco , learned a love for Korean food in Mongolia , and with stints at Michelin-starred restaurants in France also adding weight to his CV , it ' s the Kent coast that has now beckoned globetrotting pub and hotel manager Marc Duvauchelle .
Joining the stable of Shepherd Neame not only offers Frenchborn Marc the opportunity to be closer to his homeland , even catching glimpses across the seafront , but also to capitalise on the stunning seafront location of the Royal Albion Hotel . He has already introduced fire pits and blankets on the decked seating area overlooking breathtaking Viking Bay for enjoying al fresco evenings , with future plans to introduce more live music including Sunday dinner jazz and to utilise his extensive food knowledge and passion .
“ I want it to be even more of a premium offering than it already is ,” Marc said . “ It is a beautiful building which has a glorious view . It has a dining area , a bar , a restaurant and fabulous outside space – everybody is welcome here . It is really important to make all the different elements work together .
But my main passion is food and we will be creating new menus , focusing on the sea as we are right on the coast , created from scratch by our brilliant chefs , and pairing the food with the beer .”
Diners can choose from Dedham Vale 28-day dried , aged 8oz rib eye steak served with vine tomatoes , watercress salad , pickled red onions and chips , or traditional fish and chips featuring hand-coated Shepherd Neame ale batter , chips and pea puree .
And to finish , guests can try boozy tiramisu made with mascarpone cream , espresso sponge and chocolate flakes , or a Kentish cheese board of Canterbury Cobble , Canterbury Chaucers and Kentish Blue served with grapes , Bishop ’ s Finger chutney and crackers .
MURDER MYSTERY DINING COMES TO THE FERRY HOUSE INN
Not content with offering a host of delicious seasonal dishes sourced from its own kitchen gardens as well as a host of acclaimed Kentish suppliers , including those found on its newly launched vegan menu , The Ferry House Inn has announced a new way to dine with it ’ s new Murder Mystery evening .
On 17 March 2023 , guests will be transported to a groovy ‘ London Town ’ in the heart of the Swinging Sixties where amongst some acclaimed dining the entertainment will be in full swing - with a cast that is just dying to meet you !
Tickets cost £ 65pp including a three-course meal , arrival drink and show set in The Ferry House ’ s atmospheric barn .
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