Head Chef's Blog
Off the menu
From locally-sourced food to mastery in the kitchen, Head Chef Aiden is here to take you through his favourite recipes, top local produce picks, and life in the kitchens at Merchants Manor.
Chef's Journal
Californian Wine Night
Tuesday 24th September The Snug at Merchants Manor 7pm Sample the delights of California. Taste an iconic collection of Biodynamic and Organically farmed wines from the Bonterra Vineyard, paired with a selection of Mezze nibbles from the …
Read more29th August 2019
London Calling
On a misty Cornish evening we set off for the bright lights of London via the A30 as our flight was cancelled due to the North Coast fog. Arriving after midnight we had the roads to ourselves as we made our way past Harrods, Buckingham Palace …
Read more11th October 2018
A Proper Cornish Scone
Try Chef Hylton’s Cornish gem of a recipe. Spread with a thick layer strawberry jam, lashings of Clotted Cream and a pot of tea. Guaranteed to taste even better packed as a picnic and served at the beach. Scones Makes 12 480 g …
Read more22nd August 2018
Lady Killigrew
In April 2016 we took a foraging walk down to Swanpool beach and returned with an abundance of sea weeds. After playing around with them in different preparations we had an excess of sea lettuce or ulva lactuca. The pastry section were preparing …
Read more21st June 2018
Vinaigrette – Bramble
Last year’s blackberry season began unusually early which leads us to believe that given the recent hot spell we are likely to see the first fresh pickings in just a few weeks. Don’t be fooled into believing that blackberries are only for …
Read more7th June 2018
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30th November 2022
Eat, Drink, Sleep, Repeat
For those seeking a foodie get away and want to avoid a big bill on departure. Dine in style from our A La Carte menu each night, sip your way …
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Winter Warmer
Whisk your loved one away for a one night mini spa break, 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast eating from the A La Carte menu and one 1 hour …
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Do Not Disturb
Get away from it all and pamper yourselves properly. With a two night dinner bed and breakfast dining from the A La Carte menu with a total of …
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