The BP team popped along to Saffron's Let's Go Local event and were rewarded with a meal sourced from local suppliers. We didn't manage to consume every possible option but those we did not only reaffirmed the ability of the chef but made the point that the region has a wealth of produce fit for food of this calibre. And yes, we know the fish isn't that local, but the supplier certainly is! Below you'll find the menu and some of the pictures taken on the night.

‘LETS GO LOCAL’ - 21st JUNE 2010

STARTER :
Lamb shikampuri kebabs, roasted cherry tomatoes, apple and pear salsa, mint yoghurt dip and micro herbs. (Scaddows Farm – East Midlands, Worcester produce – Worcestershire)

Or

Thai seven spice scented crab cake, spiced salmon mousse, curried mussels, chard and mixed leaf salad.
(M & J Seafood )

Or

Cumin scented seasonal vegetable patty, fruit salsa, tamarind coulis, ginger and sweet chilli dressing.
(N & G Nurseries )

SORBET

MAINS:

Tandoor cooked spiced chicken breast, chilli and coriander khichdi, yellow lentils and mooli relish.
( Oakfield farm –Derbyshire)

Or

Spice scented pan fried sea bass, green peas and asparagus tikki, curry leaf flavoured coconut reduction, masala straw potatoes. Served with beetroot pulao.
(M & J Seafood)

Or

Wild mushroom kofta, tomato chutney, mustard seeds tempered with curry leaf flavoured upama. Served with crispy cheese wafers.
(Livesey bros. – Ashby De La Zouch)

DESSERT:

Bay leaf and cinnamon scented rhubarb compote with mango, vanilla ice-cream with nutmeg.
(N & G Nurseries)