Rastella — Falmouth’s highest awarded restaurant AA 3 Rosettes 2019

Nestled amongst the subtropical gardens near to the greenhouse, is home to our Cornish Black Bee Colony.  Over 15,000 bees are currently busy producing a sweet golden nectar to accompany some of Chefs favourite dishes at Rastella. The Native … Read more

Father’s day is just around the corner and with that thought in mind, I really wanted to put the spotlight on what might just be, my favourite cocktail on our new list. Perfect for a hazy summers afternoon in the garden or relaxing at the bar , … Read more

Meet at Rastella on Friday evenings for Cocktail Club of the season. We’ll be serving up some of our favourites from the brand new menu from 5pm – 11pm.  Here’s a sneak peek at the menu; 2 for £10 CORNISH ESPRESS Belvedere, … Read more

My sous chef Aiden and I went for a trip to visit Jude at Kota in Porthleven to see his kitchen and have a chat. After doing the tour Jude opened his fridge and there were echoes of snapping and clacking under camouflage of a wet cloth, they … Read more

Team work makes the dream work and we have now developed an exceptional team in the kitchen and front of house. When you work in a kitchen you will spend more time with your fellow chefs than your Family, Partner or friends. It takes time to … Read more

We Love food and drink, who doesn’t! Whether the sun is just past the yard arm or to set you up before a night of decadence we’ve slaved long and hard, putting in the hours, sampling the finest of liquors and blending to perfection … Read more

Room to reward asks charities to nominate volunteers and staff who consistently go above and beyond in their support, their commitment and impact, whilst their hotel partners pledge numerous room nights throughout the year to reward and give … Read more

Photography Workshops at Merchants Manor Uncover the secrets of the professionals with the guidance of photographers Clare Ball and Ben Mostyn. Their two day exclusive workshop offers an insightful and enjoyable journey, sharing their wealth … Read more

One of my fondest food memories was with my Dad and some friends on Arniston beach sinking ice cold oysters in the hot sun, I remember eating 45 of them that day age 9. A few years later we were once again in amongst the sand cliffs and aqua … Read more

Whilst we could spend all day writing down all of the things we love about our great town, we’ve made a list of our top five reasons. Discover for yourself and fall for Falmouth this summer.   1. Home of Sub-Tropical Falmouth is … Read more