Mrs Wanderer and I found ourselves basking in the unexpected delight of a sunny Friday as we made our way to The Fox in Kirton, Nottinghamshire — a rather smart and stylish pub that promised good things from the outset. We were meeting a couple of old friends for lunch, and from the moment we stepped inside and were greeted with a cheerful smile, we knew we were in for a treat.
Once comfortably settled at our table, we turned our attention to the menu — a well-curated spread that left us happily dithering for a few minutes. I eventually landed on the 8oz steak burger (because, well, sometimes only a burger will do), while Mrs Wanderer plumped for the Harissa Chicken Flatbread.
Now let me tell you, that burger was an absolute triumph. A proper, honest-to-goodness, hand-formed tower of beefy brilliance — thick, juicy, and full of flavour. The golden, crispy chips on the side were just the ticket, and the little dressed salsa added a zingy flourish. I was most content.
Mrs W gave her flatbread a big thumbs-up on flavour — the harissa chicken packed a punch, and the shredded cabbage added a delightful crunch. However, as her plate cooled, the chicken lost a bit of its mojo, becoming slightly on the dry side. And then there was the curious case of the double-decker flatbread — two layers where one might have done — which led to a slightly doughy middle. A mystery, to be sure, and whether this was an intentional flourish or a kitchen misstep, we shall never know.
Still, the food was tasty, the company was grand, and the setting most agreeable. All in all, a thoroughly pleasant lunch outing — and one we’re very likely to repeat. The Fox has certainly earned itself a return visit from the Wanderers!
The Willoughton Wanderer 
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