Your Gloucestershire and Wiltshire Wedding- October/November 2020 (Issue 23)

Image of steak courtesy of www.gettyimages.co.uk New Marco Pierre White steakhouse opened at The Stones Hotel The new Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill has just opened in Salisbury at The Stones Hotel. This new culinary destination is set to become one of the city’s most exciting dining experiences. Set against the backdrop of Marco Pierre White’s signature monochromatic styling, the restaurant’s surroundings are matched by the menus which are all devised by the chef. Bringing to life Marco’s philosophy of what he describes as ‘affordable glamour,’ this exciting and bright dining experience offers signature steaks alongside timeless English and French classics. The core values of the Steakhouse revolve around dishes that are simply cooked and served in an aspiring yet glamorous environment. Steak is at the heart of the menu, but the menu caters for all tastes and budgets. Michael Barnes, hotel general manager said: “It’s great news and there’s been a lot o f interest and excitement. The team has been part of a rigorous training programme so t hat they’ll be up to speed on the exacting standards required by someone of Marco’s c alibre.” He continues, “The opening of the restaurant is also a great testament to the o wners who, during the current pandemic, have had the courage and tenacity to crack o n and get this fantastic new venue up and running, bringing with it new jobs for l ocal people.” Heading the kitchen team is newly appointed head chef, Phil Bayliss, who worked for Pierre White at his celebrated Rudloe Arms in Corsham. Michael added, “Marco Pierre White is such an iconic British chef, his unique approach to traditional dishes is simply superb! We know that our guests will want to come back, again and again, to enjoy everything on the menu. Those wanting to reserve a table can now do so by calling call 01722 782 020 or book via the restaurant website.” www.mpwrestaurants.co.uk/our-brands/steakhouse-bar-and-grill/salisbury www.instagram.com/mpwrestaurants NEW LAUNCH The Lovely Bubbly Horsebox Company has just launched with its Insta-worthy Horsebox Bar. A fantastic idea for a wedding, it’s a vintage RICE horse trailer that has been lovingly restored and converted. Turn to our catering feature on page 59 to read more. To book, call 07762 942 520 or visit www.facebook.com/ thelovelybubblyhorseboxcompany www.instagram.com/ thelovelybubblyhorseboxcompany Photography of Rick Stein Marlborough courtesy of James Ram RICK STEIN MARLBOROUGH SET TO REMAIN OPEN The team at Rick Stein Marlborough are delighted to announce that the much-loved Wiltshire restaurant has reopened on 4 th September after being previously marked for closure. The Stein family are excited to welcome guests to the restaurant once again. Rick, his business partner Jill, and their children Ed, Jack and Charlie have been busy updating the new menu, wine list and décor. Rick Stein Marlborough will offer customers a taste of Cornwall in the English countryside, serving up fresh Cornish ingredients including sustainable fish and seafood. The restaurant will be open all day, serving coffee, cake and substantial breakfast dishes including smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, smoked haddock omelette and a full English breakfast. Lunchtime will see a selection of light specials available from £10.95 including a hand- picked crab sandwich, classic Moules Frites and a lighter lunch portion of their traditional fish and chips. For dinner, the cosy space is ideal for a casual midweek meal or a celebratory occasion with the option of the à la carte menu or the set menu offering two courses for £20.95 or three for £25.95. Standout dishes on the à la carte menu include grilled Mount’s Bay sardines with a tomato, garlic and thyme dressing, scallops in the half shell with hazelnut and coriander butter and Indonesian seafood curry served with pilau rice and a green bean and grated coconut salad. Set menu choices include a coarse pork and herb terrine with toasted sourdough and beetroot chutney, Pondicherry cod curry with basmati rice and passion fruit pavlova with Chantilly cream. To accommodate guests who would still prefer to dine at home, Rick Stein Marlborough offers a takeaway service. On the menu are favourites like the fish and chips and Thai fish cakes which will all be available to order via the Rick Stein app and collect at the restaurant. Since first opening in 2016, Rick Stein Marlborough has been proud to support the community by adding a Marlborough pudding to the menu with 50p of each portion sold donated to the Marlborough Food Bank. The team are delighted to have a cheque for £1,800 which has been raised over the past 12 months to present to the local food bank, in addition to the £1,000 donated this time last year. The general manager of Rick Stein Marlborough, Kevin Cole, concluded by saying, “As a team, we’re committed to looking forward and I have felt such positivity from both staff and customers regarding our reopening which is brilliant. We can’t wait to start serving great food with the high level of service that diners have come to expect and love.” To find out more and to book, visit www.rickstein.com/restaurants/rick-stein-marlborough www.instagram.com/ricksteinrestaurants YOUR ESSENTIALS 13