Rose in Vale, a hidden gem

Never in all my life have I gone to initially meet a hotelier to then be introduced to the head chef who takes me through to the kitchen to construct a dessert so unimaginable right in front of my eyes, which I didn't want to destroy as it was so pleasing to my eyes.

If Life Gives You Lemons Take Tom's
​lemon curd mousse, meringue, blueberry and basil compote, lime sherbet

Rose in Vale Country House Hotel is nestled in an idyllic village in Mithian, Cornwall near to
St Agnes. It was a former tin mining Captains residence and is over 450 years old. 
The ownership of the hotel has recently been taken over, 3 years ago by Paul & Claire Hodson who are trying to make it a more community friendly country house hotel and they are very open for collaborations too. To read more about the history click here.

The kitchen is run by head chef Tom Bennetts,  who has been awarded 2AA Rosette Awards.
Tom offers fine dining in the evening, focusing on a classic and refined British cuisine. Using the best local ingredients, seasonal menus feature fresh fish sourced directly from Cornwall’s fisheries, and game from nearby woodlands. Some of the ingredients used are foraged on the hotel’s 10 acreage and the surrounding countryside.
Tom can cater for all dietary requirements and encourages the challenge, so if you are vegetarian, vegan, diary free or gluten-free just let the team know your requirements, whatever you choose, you’re sure to find the perfect beverage to accompany your dish and with over hundred cocktails and an extensive wine list to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice.  The popping strawberries and cream cocktail took my fancy but it was too early in the morning to start drinking ;) 

Other foodie offers are: Afternoon Tea and Cream Teas, Seasonal A la Carte, Classics, Private Dining for up to a party of 12 and their very special 'The Chef's Table' for up to 4 people where you can dine inside the actual kitchen with the chefs preparing and creating your food right in front of your eyes.
They are open 7 days a week almost all year.

Please put Rose in Vale on your TO-EAT list. If the desserts are this incredible, I can't wait to try a starter or main.  www.roseinvalehotel.co.uk

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