A Midsummer Celebration of Local Produce
Hosted by Chef Patron Andrew McLeish, Chapter One’s Summer Gourmet Evenings offer an award-winning fine dining experience in Locksbottom. This exclusive seasonal event features an exquisite six-course tasting menu championing fresh local produce, beautifully paired with curated wines in our sophisticated modern European dining space. (Sample menu only; please view our current seasonal menus for up-to-date offerings.)
From 6:30 pm – Begin your evening with a selection of delicate canapés, fresh Maldon Rock oysters, and a glass of chilled Champagne on our alfresco terrace, accompanied by gentle live music.
Dinner is served from 7:45 pm to 9:45 pm – Savour an exquisite six-course Summer Tasting Menu designed by Chef Patron Andrew McLeish, reflecting our rich culinary heritage. Each course is paired with a curated wine flight selected from our AA Notable Wine List by trusted specialist merchants.
Conclude your evening unwinding in our stylish bar with further live musical entertainment.
Seasonal Tasting Menu
Velouté of English green pea and crispy pancetta
Ceviche of Chalk Stream trout with grilled peach, Amarillo chilli, and fresh lime dressing
Pan-fried potato gnocchi served with crushed English peas and a rich Scottish girolle emulsion
Roast saddle of new-season lamb sourced from [INSERT LOCAL KENTISH FARM NAME, or use: “trusted local suppliers”], accompanied by a sweet pepper piperade, velvety Cornish potato purée, and a rich lamb jus
Fourme d’Ambert cheese paired with local Kentish walnut purée and honey cake
Manjari chocolate mousse with fresh, hand-picked cherries from trusted regional growers and a vibrant cherry sorbet
Handcrafted petits fours and coffee
