It’s wonderful to have Kate Hunter – a fantastic Croscombe culinary wizard – regularly cook here. The dinners with Kate are relaxed and provide the opportunity to enjoy fantastic local produce. Enjoy an evening to remember with great service and food cooked with love and exceptional skill. Available to residents and non-residents. Numbers are limited, so booking is essential!
Kate also caters for private functions here.
Kate Hunter
KATE HUNTER
Kate started her catering career with an apprenticeship at the 3 starred Michelin restaurant, Le Gavroche, under the tutorship of Albert Roux. Cheffing for luxury yachts and private resorts in the Caribbean, the Jockey Club in Saratoga, and European Villas followed. Since settling in Somerset, Kate’s ongoing passion for the culinary arts has seen her skills much sought after for private lunches, dinners and weddings. Kate sources many of her organic ingredients from local markets, by foraging and by growing her own vegetables.
FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER 2026
Canapes & Welcome drink on arrival (from 7pm). Dinner is served at 7.30pm. Vegetarian alternatives available on request. (Please let me know when booking.) Call 01749 343352 to reserve your place(s) or complete an Enquiry Form. Places need to be booked at least 48 hours in advance. £50* per person.
AN ELIZABETHAN INSPIRED FEAST
Enjoy an evening of historic flavours and autumnal delights.
First Course
Smoked Duck with Roasted Butternut Squash, Curly Kale & Toasted Chestnuts
Tender, smoky duck served atop sweet, golden-roasted butternut squash, with earthy curly kale and toasted chestnuts.
The Main Feast
Hearty Venison & Pheasant Casserole
Slow-braised game in a rich savoury ale sauce, infused with traditional herbs & deep autumnal flavours. Accompanied by Silken Celeriac & Potato Mash. Fragrant Spiced Red Cabbage
Dessert
Medieval Apple Pie with Rosewater & Saffron Custard
A rustic apple pie filled with tender, spiced apples, served warm with luxurious custard delicately scented with fragrant rosewater & golden saffron.
Traditional Apricot Sweetmeats
Delicate, jewel-like apricot confections to complete the feast with a touch of Elizabethan indulgence.
*Please be aware that if a reservation is cancelled, a refund will only be offered if the place(s) can be resold.
Guests are seated on tables of 4 or 8 and only 16 places are usually available at each supper. The supper evenings always attract a friendly crowd, so no need to worry if you book two places and share a table with another couple. Friends will obviously be seated together.
My bar is well-stocked with wine, spirits, beer and soft drinks. If you do wish to bring your own wine, please contact me as corkage will be charged.