All the latest from around the regions NEWS Nearlywed THE FEATHERED NEST INN REVEALS NEW HEAD CHEF AND EXPANSION PLANS Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Nether Westcote in Oxfordshire, The Feathered Nest Inn combines 350 years of rich history with countryside charm. Originally a malt house, this traditional Cotswolds pub now offers 3 AA Rosette cuisine, four boutique bedrooms, a dog-friendly cottage and unrivalled countryside views all just a 90-minute train journey from London. With plans for eight additional bedrooms approved, in a stand-alone new property on-site, the future of this charming hideaway looks brighter than ever. Recently appointed head chef Renemar Pinedo fuses his Caribbean heritage with his training under the helm of Ollie Dabbous and Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons to offer his creative take on the elevated British menus, showcasing Asian and Caribbean influences, and his passion for fresh seafood and open grill cooking. Menus are seasonal and locally sourced, with fish brought in fresh daily and many of the herbs and vegetables grown in the pub garden. Seasonal dishes on the à la carte menu include a delicious glazed pork belly with Asian cabbage, verjus, grapes, and bacon plus a fresh and colourful tuna tartare served with wasabi, ponzu, lime, radish and crackers. Mains courses feature giant rigatoni with pistachio pesto, basil, parmesan, ricotta and shrimp, and whole Dover sole served with Jersey royals, seasonal vegetables and beurre noisette. Steak fans will love the speciality beef cuts, cooked on the Josper grill. Choose from picanha, rib-eye or chateaubriand (for sharing) all served with creamed mashed potato, bone marrow and braised beef garnish. In contrast, the vegetarian menu features tempura broccoli with Thai basil, truffled leek with pickled mushroom and hispi cabbage with grape, almond and miso. For special occasions, there’s the six-course tasting menu for £85 per person with a glass of Rathfinny Sparkling wine served to start and an optional selected wine pairing for £75. Long and lazy Sunday lunches are a Feathered Nest speciality. From traditional roasts to grilled fish and vegetarian dishes, guests can enjoy dining with unrivalled views on the glorious terrace overlooking the Evenlode Valley. Finish a leisurely day strolling around the picturesque local villages by indulging in a traditional afternoon tea. Choose from the Full Afternoon Tea priced at £35 per person or the Royal Afternoon Tea for £49.50 per person and enjoy scones, finger sandwiches and petit fours in the esteemed countryside haven. In the restaurant, three separate dining areas and an extensive covered outdoor terrace offer ample options for all occasions. A haven for wine lovers, The Feathered Nest Inn offers one of the largest wine selections in the Cotswolds with 25 options available by the glass served in the restaurant or bar, where visitors can sit in the cosy nooks by the fire, or perch on the horse saddle seats at the counter. Cocktail specials include a Lychee Martini; Rhubarb Gimlet and Mezcal Old Fashion plus the non-alcoholic Shirly Temple created with lemonade, grenadine and cherry syrup. Local ales and lagers, including Hook Norton and Hawkstone lager, are also on tap. The Feathered Nest Inn has an option for overnight or weekend stays. Select one of the four sumptuous guest rooms or opt for the dog-friendly adjoining luxury cottage, all individually decorated, featuring en suites and tastefully nestled within the traditional Cotswold country Inn. Sign up for The Feathered Nest Inn newsletters to hear about their special events, from wine-tasting to monthly pizza and jazz Sundays on the last Sunday of each month. https://thefeatherednestinn.co.uk BERKSHIRE’S DONNINGTON VALLEY OFFERS AN AWESOME AUTUMN SPA PACKAGE With the colder months here, what better way to relax and rejuvenate than at a cosy UK-based spa-cation retreat? Imagine lounging in a warming sauna and steam room, kicking back in a bubbling vitality pool, and indulging in targeted treatments. At Donnington Valley hotel nestled in the beautiful Berkshire countryside, the Awesome Autumn package offers all this and more. Greeting guests in their comfortable, sumptuous room on arrival will be a Germaine de Capuccini Skincare spa gift, encouraging them to visit the spa where they can indulge in the finest facilities and try one of the face and body treatments on offer on the extensive spa menu (treatments cost extra). After lounging in the spa, guests can tuck into a delicious dinner in the award-winning restaurant with an allocation of £30 per person and accommodation in a classic double or twin room. They will also be gifted a £15 voucher to be exchanged at the wine-tasting machine to enjoy a pre-dinner tipple or a nightcap. Also included is a full English or continental breakfast the following morning. Priced at £229 per night for two people, the package offers spa access from 3 pm on the day of arrival to 11 am on the day of departure. www.donningtonvalley.co.uk 8
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