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SIMON WOOD AT SITWELL SUPPER CLUB - FRIDAY APRIL 26
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The Sitwell Supper Club is delighted to announce a dinner with 2015 MasterChef winner, chef, restaurateur and cookbook author Simon Wood. Simon, who runs the acclaimed restaurant WOOD in Manchester, will cook up a five-course feast that showcases his versatile talents as a chef. Having opened WOOD in 2017, he opened a second branch in Chester the following year and also a third offering, WOODKRAFT Cheltenham, in November 2018. Simon won MasterChef with a complex series of dishes including an octopus and chorizo starter, a squab pigeon main course and a lemon posset desert.  

Hosted, as ever, by William Sitwell the dinner will take place in the outer dining room or within the winter tent of the converted cow shed at William's Somerset home, Rooks Nest Farm. As a diner you'll take your seat, marked with place cards for you and your party.

 

Drinks are from 7pm. Speeches and dinner at 7.30pm. The event ends at 10.30pm.

​Courtesy Drinks

Fishers Gin and Double Dutch tonic or Fortnum's Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Champagne


Menu

Brioche Bread with Lamb best bits and the good butter


Asparagus | Eel | Pike | Preserved Duck Yolk


Soy and Mirin BBQ Maitake


Some Beef; It’s Bones and whey


Soured Onions Chocolate Hazelnut | Koji Caramel ‘Bueno’

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - PLEASE READ PRIOR TO PURCHASING TICKETS

 

DRINKS

In addition to welcome drinks, waters are included in the ticket price; refreshing Acqua Panna and sparkling San Pellegrino.

Our champagne tonight is Fortnum's Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Champagne, Maison Bonnet. Produced by Maison Bonnet, it's made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes sourced from Les Ricey in the Côte des Bar region. Golden in colour with complex notes of gooseberry, cherry, red apple and quince, this makes a delicious aperitif and pairs perfectly with foods as varied as charcuterie and mushrooms. Dense and spicy it has a long, mineral finish.

We offer a fabulous selection of wines, selected by William Sitwell,  which can be purchased on the night.

Other drinks such as local Exmoor Ale are extra and can be purchased from the bar.

After-dinner cocktails are also available, courtesy of Moth drinks, who provide a range of stunning mixes such as an Old Fashioned, Negronis and Espresso Martini.

The Sitwell Supper Club is also proud to be associated with Richard Brendon glassware. Designer Richard's wine glasses were created with the assistance of Jancis Robinson OBE MW and his collection of cocktail glasses are beautiful mouth-blown glassware inspired by a mix of turn-of- the 20th century and modern cocktail culture.

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CARS

There is car parking on site.

Any queries please email: sitwellsupperclub@hotmail.com

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FAQS

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY

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PLEASE NOTE ALL DIETARIES MUST BE CONFIRMED SEVEN DAYS PRIOR TO THE DINNER

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What time does the event begin? Doors open at 7PM. Please note drinks are not served until 7PM.

What is the dress code? Regular guests dress smart/casual with warmth a key factor in their style. Please note this event takes place in an old cow shed. While there is heating and blankets, please dress for the outdoors.

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What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event? There is parking at the venue. You are welcome to leave your car overnight and take a taxi home.

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How can I contact the organiser with any questions? Email: sitwellsupperclub@hotmail.com

I'm a vegetarian, can you cater for me and show me some love? At The Sitwell Supper Club we always welcome vegetarians and vegans. See above, in the menu section, alternatives for veggies, vegans and those with nut allergies. crafting menus for you every bit as delicious as the above. Email: sitwellsupperclub@hotmail.com

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​I have a nut allergy, is your menu safe? We can provide a nut-free menu on request. Simply email the host to request.

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I'm gluten-intolerant and prefer to avoid dairy. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Look, as above, we're only too delighted to adhere to dietary requests. Please simply email us and then identify yourself clearly on arrival on the night so we can ensure you get the correct food. Please alert us of dietary requirements at least seven days prior to an event. We are unable to cater for dietaries after that deadline.

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​What's the dress code? We strongly recommend that you dress for the cold then shed layers if you need to. We have a space blower in the tent, electric heaters in the dining room and blankets, but whatever the weather, whatever the season, please come prepared. 

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If the event is showing as sold out, is there hope for me and my pals? You can email the host requesting seats in the event of dropouts.

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What are the seating arrangements? Seating is allocated by the host and seating will have place cards. If you have friends coming under a separate booking please email the host if you would like to sit with them. Email: sitwellsupperclub@hotmail.com


What's the refund policy? There are NO refunds. Please read FAQs carefully so that you are happy with everything before you book.

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Where can I stay?

Accommodation may be found at the nearby Notley Arms in Monksilver, or The White Hart in Wiveliscombe.

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There's also Demsey, a charming 18th century cottage in the next door village of Brompton Ralph - a five minute drive, or you could walk across the fields... This exquisite accommodation can sleep four people, it's a very rural escape, well-appointed and children and babies are welcome too!

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And close to our nearest town of Wiveliscombe you can rent a beautiful cabin for two at North Down Farm. Amid a 190-acre beef cattle farm it's a cosy place to stay with a wood burner, an Everhot stove and wonderful views.

Supper club guests can also benefit from a 10 % discount if they book into the Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster. The hotel also offers free transport and special weekend deals for groups of seven or more.

Or make a cosy long weekend of it with utterly fabulous views and book a shepherd's hut at nearby Higher Roddon Farm. Duncan and Alexis Thomas rent out two couple's huts on their farm.

We also highly recommend a stay Steam and Stars, a luxury shepherd's hut or chic vintage caravan in Sampford Brett, near Williton. Check out steamandstars.co.uk and let them know that you're coming to the Sitwell Supper Club! Owners Trevor and Bee will also drive you to and from Rooks Nest!!

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