The Willoughton Wanderer
"Eating my way through life one bite at a time!"
recent posts
- Good Service Recovery, Disappointing Bruschetta
- Great First Visit… Sadly Not Repeated This Time
- Thai-Style Mackerel: A Lesson in Zing, Heat… and Over-Marinating
- Black Garlic Meatball Rice Bowl with Mustard & Fennel: A Wanderer’s Weekend Lunch Worth Repeating
- Lovely meal, warm welcome, and a small mix-up handled with good humour
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Author: Ian Jeffery
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A glorious day out in Holmfirth, home of *Last of the Summer Wine*, included lunch at The Cheese Shop. The setting was lovely and the service response was fair, but one dish proved disappointing.
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There’s always a slight risk when returning to a restaurant where you’ve previously had a great experience. Expectations are naturally higher the second time around, and sadly that proved to be the case on our recent Friday lunchtime visit to Venney’s at The Granby in North Thoresby. The dining room was bright and welcoming, and…
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A bright, zingy Thai-style mackerel dish that tasted fantastic even if my over-marinated fish fell apart in the pan. A honest, home-cooking adventure full of lime, chilli and a few lessons learned along the way.
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A quick and flavour-packed weekend lunch: crispy German meatball pieces glazed in black garlic ketchup, toasted mustard and fennel seeds, and dried parsley, served over fluffy rice. Simple ingredients, big umami depth.
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We enjoyed a warm welcome and a delicious lunch at The Woodyard in Bakewell, complete with generous portions, great service, and a minor mix-up that only added to the charm. A relaxed riverside spot perfect for a tasty bite in the Peak District — and definitely a place we’ll return to.
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Hidden gem on the A16 near North Thoresby – Venney’s at The Granby serves superb, freshly cooked food in a stylish, modern setting. Read our full review.
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Join us at Bettys Tearoom in Harrogate for a leisurely lunch of haddock, salmon and prawn gratin, excellent service, and that unmistakable Yorkshire charm. Discover why Bettys remains one of the most beloved tearooms in England — worth queuing for, even on a blustery day!
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Savour the bold flavours of this Sticky Harissa & Lime Chicken with Spiced Lentils — a fiery, tangy dish made from simple store-cupboard ingredients. A perfect quick lunch that blends North African heat with comforting home-cooked warmth.
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Join Willoughton Wanderer for lunch at The Hare & Hounds in Fulbeck, Lincolnshire. A beautifully cooked steak steals the show in this classic Steak Frites dish, though the undressed salad leaves something to be desired. Read the full review of this charming country pub and restaurant.
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