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Anniversary Feast with Gill Meller

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Anniversary Feast with Gill Meller

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05 Jun
£125.00
1 day
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18:30 - 22:30

Celebrate River Cottage's 20th Anniversary with Gill Meller

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the River Cottage 20th Anniversary with acclaimed chef Gill Meller.

This exclusive four-course dining experience will showcase Gill’s signature style of cooking over fire, using the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from our kitchen garden, farm, and a network of trusted local producers.

Set within our beautiful 18th-century threshing barn, the evening begins with Gill introducing the menu, sharing the inspiration behind each dish and the story of its provenance. From field to flame, every course reflects a deep connection to the land, the seasons, and the craft of simple and honest yet unbelievably delicious cooking.

‘I will always be hugely indebted to Gill Meller, my original kitchen collaborator and our very first Head Chef at River Cottage HQ. He is a phenomenal talent, world-renowned for his subtle creativity and instinctive knack with seasonal and foraged ingredients, and never better than when cooking over fire. He’s written several brilliant books, including the wonderful ‘Gather’ and the inspiring and highly practical ‘River Cottage Outdoor Cookery Handbook’.’

-Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Each menu is carefully created on the morning of the event to make the most of the freshest seasonal ingredients available, ensuring every dish is at its very best.

Planning a gathering of 10 or more? Ask about our private dining packages for special occasions.

Is this event suitable for me? We can accommodate some food intolerances and allergies at our dining events, providing that these are mentioned when you make your reservation. Dietary accommodations we can make include those for vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian diets, those who are pregnant, and those with dairy, gluten, nut or shellfish allergies (we recommend you bring your epi pen). However, we cannot cater to dislikes, or to any dietary restrictions that we feel may compromise our ethos or high standard of our menus. If in doubt, please email us before you book: events@rivercottage.net

ARRIVE

You’ll be met at the top of the hill and begin your River Cottage experience with a 10-15 minute walk through the wonderful pathways down to the farm, so you can enjoy the stunning views of the valley. A Land Rover lift is available in poor weather and for those with mobility issues.

WELCOME

Head to the courtyard where you'll be greeted by our team, then have a wander around our kitchen garden before taking your seats in our threshing barn.

CHEF'S INTRODUCTION

As you settle in, Gill will introduce the menu and share more about the inspiration behind the feast, the provenance of the ingredients, and how each dish has been prepared over fire.

MAIN EVENT

You’ll be treated to five courses of fantastic local and seasonal produce, much of it produced on our farm, planned to showcase the freshest and the best.

TO FINISH

At the end of service feel free to take a stroll back up the hill to walk off the indulgent supper or if you prefer, we can happily give you a ride in one of our farm Land Rovers.

DRINKS

We source our drinks as carefully as our food. After enjoying a welcome drink on us, our extensive drinks list will be available for you with orders taken from the table throughout the evening. This includes our own River Cottage range of organic Ciders, Beers and Kombuchas, and a carefully curated wine list of mostly organic and biodynamic wines. There’s always a seasonal cocktail or two on offer as well. If you want some direction from our team, we can help you pair drinks perfectly with the days’ menu. Do ask them when they come around to take your drinks orders.

Your River Cottage Anniversary Feast Experience

  • Enjoy a welcome cocktail in our courtyard and veg garden if the weather permits.
  • Indulge in the top-tier four course culinary experience in the South West.
  • Hear from Gill Meller as he introduces the menu, sharing stories from his time at River Cottage and the inspiration behind each dish.
  • Experience impeccable service from our attentive and professional team.
  • See the River Cottage farm, the perfect setting for an unforgettable comedy and dining experience.
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A plate of pork sits on a rustic wooden table.
River Cottage Courtyard
Group of people at the Long Table Lunch.

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Celebrate River Cottage's 20th Anniversary with Gill Meller

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the River Cottage 20th Anniversary with acclaimed chef Gill Meller.

This exclusive four-course dining experience will showcase Gill’s signature style of cooking over fire, using the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from our kitchen garden, farm, and a network of trusted local producers.

Set within our beautiful 18th-century threshing barn, the evening begins with Gill introducing the menu, sharing the inspiration behind each dish and the story of its provenance. From field to flame, every course reflects a deep connection to the land, the seasons, and the craft of simple and honest yet unbelievably delicious cooking.

‘I will always be hugely indebted to Gill Meller, my original kitchen collaborator and our very first Head Chef at River Cottage HQ. He is a phenomenal talent, world-renowned for his subtle creativity and instinctive knack with seasonal and foraged ingredients, and never better than when cooking over fire. He’s written several brilliant books, including the wonderful ‘Gather’ and the inspiring and highly practical ‘River Cottage Outdoor Cookery Handbook’.’

-Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Each menu is carefully created on the morning of the event to make the most of the freshest seasonal ingredients available, ensuring every dish is at its very best.

Planning a gathering of 10 or more? Ask about our private dining packages for special occasions.

Is this event suitable for me? We can accommodate some food intolerances and allergies at our dining events, providing that these are mentioned when you make your reservation. Dietary accommodations we can make include those for vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian diets, those who are pregnant, and those with dairy, gluten, nut or shellfish allergies (we recommend you bring your epi pen). However, we cannot cater to dislikes, or to any dietary restrictions that we feel may compromise our ethos or high standard of our menus. If in doubt, please email us before you book: events@rivercottage.net

ARRIVE

You’ll be met at the top of the hill and begin your River Cottage experience with a 10-15 minute walk through the wonderful pathways down to the farm, so you can enjoy the stunning views of the valley. A Land Rover lift is available in poor weather and for those with mobility issues.

WELCOME

Head to the courtyard where you'll be greeted by our team, then have a wander around our kitchen garden before taking your seats in our threshing barn.

CHEF'S INTRODUCTION

As you settle in, Gill will introduce the menu and share more about the inspiration behind the feast, the provenance of the ingredients, and how each dish has been prepared over fire.

MAIN EVENT

You’ll be treated to five courses of fantastic local and seasonal produce, much of it produced on our farm, planned to showcase the freshest and the best.

TO FINISH

At the end of service feel free to take a stroll back up the hill to walk off the indulgent supper or if you prefer, we can happily give you a ride in one of our farm Land Rovers.

DRINKS

We source our drinks as carefully as our food. After enjoying a welcome drink on us, our extensive drinks list will be available for you with orders taken from the table throughout the evening. This includes our own River Cottage range of organic Ciders, Beers and Kombuchas, and a carefully curated wine list of mostly organic and biodynamic wines. There’s always a seasonal cocktail or two on offer as well. If you want some direction from our team, we can help you pair drinks perfectly with the days’ menu. Do ask them when they come around to take your drinks orders.

Your River Cottage Anniversary Feast Experience

  • Enjoy a welcome cocktail in our courtyard and veg garden if the weather permits.
  • Indulge in the top-tier four course culinary experience in the South West.
  • Hear from Gill Meller as he introduces the menu, sharing stories from his time at River Cottage and the inspiration behind each dish.
  • Experience impeccable service from our attentive and professional team.
  • See the River Cottage farm, the perfect setting for an unforgettable comedy and dining experience.
Celebrate 20 Years of River CottageSpecial Events
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when new dates are released for this event.