A new Foodie Retreat at The Crown and Castle in Orford combines a cosy overnight stay with a unique culinary experience dining from a special six-course tasting menu.
Awarded two AA rosettes for its culinary expertise, the five star Suffolk restaurant with rooms has also just been added to the Michelin Hotel Guide.
Perfect for those who appreciate fine food but who are also looking to embrace fresh air and explore the countryside as the seasons change, the Foodie Retreat is available Sunday – Thursday from 1st November.
Guests can choose to dine from either a classic or vegetarian menu, whichever they choose it also includes a Baron Bigod cheese to take home, winner of the Best Local Producer category at the Suffolk Food and Drink Awards, sponsored by The Hotel Folk.
Starting at 7pm, the menus begin with a selection of seasonal canapés to whet the appetite. For the first course the classic menu features crab, while the vegetarian offers smoked aubergine with heritage beetroot and goats’ cheese to follow on both. Main courses are either haunch venison with parsnip purée and wild mushrooms or salt baked celeriac accompanied by cavelo nero, pickled apple and spiced cashew nuts.
Desserts remain the same on both menus including Baron Bigod followed by crème caramel accompanied by apple and blackberry and coffee with petits fours to finish.
To book a Foodie Retreat at The Crown and Castle visit www.crownandcastle.co.uk or call 01394 450205. Prices start from around £225 including the tasting menu, overnight stay and full breakfast for two sharing. Dogs are welcome in selected rooms at an extra charge.
By booking the Foodie Retreat package guests can indulge in the six course tasting menu for the same price as the standard dinner allocation, saving £48 per couple.
Tables for the Tasting Menu can also be booked without an overnight stay at £60pp.
About The Crown and Castle in Orford
The Crown and Castle is a few steps from Henry II’s 12th century castle keep in the peaceful Suffolk village of Orford. Expect oak beams, stylish décor and interesting artwork adorning the walls. There’s a traditional bar with an open fire, which can be found burning in the cooler months, also a large terrace for alfresco dining and drinking on warmer days within sight of the keep.