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The Yorke Arms (Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale)

7th January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Higher-end restaurant with rooms (not pub) with classic cooking from long-standing Frances Atkins - a very safe bet all round

Editor's note: The Yorke Arms is now closed as a general restaurant and is open for private hire only as of June 2020 owing to the impact of COVID-19.

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5RL, UK

Food Rating: 74%

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The Black Swan (Oldstead)

6th January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Highly end food in cosy setting (tasting menu only) at Michelin starred pub with rooms in Oldstead by Tommy Banks

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: Oldstead, York YO61 4BL

Food Rating: 85%

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Isle of Eriska (Eriska)

19th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Uniquely set Manor House hotel situated on its own Isle, with entirely hospitable service and very well executed dishes

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Benderloch, Eriska, Oban PA37 1SD

Food Rating: 83%

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Martin Wishart (Loch Lomund)

18th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

High end Michelin starred food from Martin Wishart at Cameron House hotel, Loch Lomund - elegant cooking

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Cameron House, Loch Lomond G83 8QZ

Food Rating: 89%

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Gilpin Hotel & Lakehouse (Windermere)

18th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Beautifully renovated hotel a stone throw from lake Windermere, serving Michelin starred food (as at 2017) in a homely and stylish setting

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Crook Road, Windermere LA23 3NE

Food Rating: 80%

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Simon Radley at Chester Grosvenor (Chester)

16th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Formal looking restaurant set within Chester's Grosvenor Hotel serving aesthetically pleasing food

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 56-58 Eastgate St, City Centre, Chester CH1 1LT

Food Rating: 72%

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Veeraswamy (Regent Street)

18th November 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

The UK's oldest Indian restaurant set in Swallow St Arcade offering pleasant views of Regent Street, serving quality food

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Indian

Address: Victory House, 99 Regent St, Mayfair, London W1B 4EZ

Food Rating: 75%

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Fischers at Baslow Hall (Baslow)

13th November 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Edwardian country manor house in an impressive setting with own produce grown within walled gardens

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: Calver Road, Baslow, Derbyshire, DE45 1RR

Food Rating: 67%

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The Star Inn (Harome)

12th November 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Michelin starred, thatched pub with a definite buzz and some nicely done favourite dishes

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: The Star Inn Harome, nr Helmsley North Yorkshire YO62 5JE

Food Rating: 75%

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The Box Tree (Ilkley)

12th November 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Long standing Yorkshire based restaurant serving as the flagship eatery to the local community with elegant interior

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 35-37 Church St, Ilkley LS29 9DR

Food Rating: 67%

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  • Food Rating - 67%
    67

Summary

Stunning logfire table option (requests essential).
Elegant interior.

Some technical food aspects.
Some staff posturing.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 35-37 Church St, Ilkley LS29 9DR

Website: The Box Tree (Ilkley)

Wine List: Click Here

Telephone: +44 1943 608484

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meMy hobby-turned-passion began to evolve during my assignments to London where I was fortunate enough to be able to explore all the Michelin starred restaurants in my spare time and as a result, I gradually built up a catalogue of all these venues.

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