Scottish chef Nick Nairn has announced a lineup of winter events taking place at his restaurant and cook school in Port of Menteith.
Launching in November, the seasonal programme includes long table feasts, an intimate chef’s table experience with Nairn and executive chef Andy Turnball, and the return of a popular Christmas Market.
The long table feasts, taking place throughout November, are designed to celebrate international cuisine from some of the chef’s favourite countries.
Dishes range from Japanese-inspired chicken yakitori and okonomiyaki to an Indian dinner of chicken tikka skewers and smoked pork vindaloo and a celebration of Mexican fare with king prawn tacos and ‘proper’ beef chilli.
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For those looking to host intimate gatherings, such as work Christmas parties or festive celebrations with family and friends, a Chef’s Table experience is available to book at the cook school.
This experience offers a five-course tasting menu for just eight participants and will be available to book for November 15 and 16.
The Chef’s Table menu will feature “the finest festive ingredients” with highlights including roast turbot and spiced venison loin.
Guests will be welcomed with a glass of sparkling wine and canapes before each dish is personally introduced and explained by the chefs.
The Christmas weekend at Port of Menteith is this year set for Saturday, December 7 and Sunday, December 8, offering visitors the chance to attend cooking demonstrations, shop for Christmas gifts at Home by Julia Nairn, or the chance purchase the gift of a Nick Nairn Cook School class.
Visitors are also invited to ‘simply relax and soak in the atmosphere’ while enjoying a festive lunch in the restaurant.
On New Year’s Eve, a Hogmanay celebration will take place at the venue, featuring a four-course meal, live music, and dancing under the stars in a stretch tent set in the garden.
All events are available to book online now.
For more information or to view the full lineup, visit www.nairns.co.uk.
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