The village 90 minutes from Manchester with some of the UK's best places to eat - and horses racing through it
While many picturesque villages struggle to keep a pub or even a shop ticking over in the current climate, stroll into the village of Cartmel in Cumbria and it's an extraordinary gastronomic scene. There are cafes, there are bakeries, there are bars, pubs and an ice cream parlour - and at the heart of it all are two restaurants that can lay claim to FOUR Michelin Stars between them.
There is a burgeoning food and drink scene here, with no less than four pubs in the village centre - the historic Kings Arms, Devonshire Arms, Pig & Whistle and The Royal Oak. All boast outdoor seating areas, where customers can soak up the picturesque views of the historic village all around. When it claimed a third Michelin Star earlier this year it became part of an elite club of just 8 in the UK, and 135 restaurants across the entire world to hold the top honour. It also became the first restaurant in the north to EVER win three stars.
The tasting menu price does not include any drinks - you can add a taster wine flight for £90 per person, signature wine flight for £135 per person or go to town on the select wine flight for £275 each.Rogan & Co For those wanting to sample the skill of Simon Rogan and Michelin Star food but at a slightly less expensive price-tag, then Rogan & Co is the one.
On my visit I enjoyed marinaded tomatoes with whipped curds and the most incredible tomato granola for starter. Main was a rich and oh-so moreish slice of dexter beef cheek with garlic, brassica and onions. Dessert was the prettiest summer berry cake with cassis milk chocolate and lemon balm. You can pick up a hot slice served with cream or ice cream too, as well as packs of the pud to take home to cook for yourself. At the shop itself you'll also find a treasure trove of local produce, including Kendal Mint Cakes and Kendal Mint Cake Gin no less.
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