Posts Tagged ‘terrington’
August 3rd, 2008
We arrived at around 5.30pm on Saturday hoping for a spot of dinner, before heading off to Castle Howard. The place was empty having only just opened and we were quickly greeted by a very friendly chap who turned out to be the new owner. We explained we were looking to eat now and needed to be away quite quickly. They set up a table for us in the bar area as their restaurant was apparently fully booked that evening. After the table was set by a very friendly young waitress and a couple of very small helpers (kids!) we ordered a couple of drinks and our food. I went for the Chicken Kiev while Dusty opted for the Storyteller; a steak pie.
The place was visibly different since we last visited. It used to be a Thai pub restaurant, but the new owner who took over in the last week has stripped it back to reveal a much larger pub. He acknowledged that it was in need of decorating and we could not argue with that.
Our food arrived and to be honest we were disappointed. While they were clearly using fresh ingredients, it didn’t quite come up to the standard we expected having listened to the new owner talking about his approach to food and plans for the pub. My Chicken Kiev seemed to have been deep fried with a garlic and herb butter then being spread on top, as opposed to normal Chicken Kiev’s with the garlic and herb stuffed inside the chicken. The chef had also overcooked the outside a tad too much, in that the herb crust was a little ‘over done’. The chips, which were home sliced and cooked would have been fantastic, except for the fact that they had also been over cooked. In the same deep fat fryer I am guessing! Dusty was also a little disappointed with her Storyteller Steak Pie. A little dry round the edges.
We will go back to this pub though to check how they are doing, because as I said earlier, they had only been in the place a week and maybe were still getting used to the kitchen. If they stick to fresh ingredients and get on top of the timings, they could be onto a winner.
Future plans we were told include the building of a micro brewery at the back of the pub and with the planned decorating, this should give it a boost.
Rating: 2 Stars.
Posted in 
July 27th, 2007
A day trip with the ‘in-laws’ had us visiting Yorkshire Lavender in Terrington, York. It is as described on the tin; a place dedicated to Lavender. The owners also have a good sense of humour and an eye for tasteful detail as I was impressed with the landscaping and information provided. Apparently you have to prune Lavender once a year on the 15th September between 10am and 11am only.
Spending far too much money in the shop it was a quick but pleasant visit. Note to others who fall for the sales material that says rubbing pure Essence of Lavender on the soles of your feet will help you sleep. I don’t remember my head hitting the pillow and 10 hours later I woke up as bright as a daisy!
Check it out and leave us a comment if it works for you.
Score: 3 Stars. Visited July 2007.
Telephone : 01653 648008