A Spectacular Culinary Collaboration for Charity
Chef Patron Andrew McLeish recently welcomed Stephen Harris (The Sportsman), Graham Garrett (The West House), Daniel Hatton (Thackeray’s), and Tim Johnson (Apicius) to the Chapter One kitchen in Locksbottom. Together, they hosted an extraordinary evening of modern European fine dining, successfully raising a remarkable £16,000 for charity.
The menu detailed below represents a sample from this exclusive charity event; to discover our latest seasonal offerings for your own private dining event, we invite you to view our current menus.
This highly anticipated, sold-out private dining event was proudly held in aid of the Nicholls Spinal Injury Foundation, a vital charity dedicated to supporting those living with paralysis caused by spinal cord injuries.
An Exclusive Seven-Course Tasting Menu
Guests attending the exclusive event were treated to a sensational seven-course tasting menu, masterfully showcasing exceptional seasonal produce sourced from trusted Kentish artisans. The evening began with Stephen Harris’ delicate amuse-bouche of poached Whitstable Rock oyster, perfectly followed by Daniel Hatton’s roasted saddle of wild rabbit. Graham Garrett expertly oversaw the fish course, presenting a warm, vibrant escabeche of wild sea bass.
For the main event, Chef Patron Andrew McLeish prepared a beautiful roasted saddle of local Sika venison, demonstrating our signature modern European culinary style. Finally, Tim Johnson concluded the spectacular meal with a comforting, warm Bramley apple charlotte.
Reflecting on the evening, Chef Patron Andrew McLeish remarked: ‘The private event was a phenomenal success. It was a genuine privilege to welcome such esteemed culinary talent into our Locksbottom kitchen. We had a brilliant time and the food was outstanding, but most importantly, we raised a substantial amount for a truly worthy cause. We have already discussed hosting a similar charity event in the future, so watch this space.
