Season’s Menus 2024-2025September 19th 2024Alan Gray – “Tales of a Wimbledon Umpire”‘You cannot be serious’ is the tag line for this talk.MenuStarterTomato and Mozzarella Salad with Pesto DrizzleMainChalk Stream Trout with Lemon and Chive Butter Cream Sauce With Crushed New Potatoes, Sugar Snaps and Baby CarrotsVegetarianBaked Aubergine Filled with a Courgette and Pepper Ragout and Served with Salad and Warm Pitta BreadDessertGlazed Lemon Tart with Raspberries and Clotted CreamOctober 17th 2024Philippa Massey – “Brief Encounters”Visitors to and through Stamford.MenuStarterDuo of Melon Stack with Black Peppered Strawberry SyrupMainChicken, Ham and Leek Bake topped with Cheesy Mash Crust with Light Gravy, Carrots and Green BeansVegetarianLeek and Mushroom Bake with a Cheesy Mash Crust, Vegetables, Carrots and Green BeansDessertApple and Blackberry Crumble with Vanilla Ice CreamNovember 21st 2024Stephen Brown – “It’s Hell on Wheels!”Tales of a driving instructor.MenuStarterHam Hock Terrine with PiccalilliMainPork Medallions with Dijon Mustard Sauce, Gratin Potato, Tenderstem Broccoli and Roast Honey ParsnipsVegetarianRoasted Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Curry with Sautéed Mixed Peppers, Basmati Rice and Naan BreadDessertSalted Caramel Cheesecake with Toffee Sauce and Chocolate ShavingsDecember 19th 2024Dominic Woodward – “Let’s Have a Laugh”>Recommended comedian with excellent reviews from women’s groups.MenuStarterChicken, redcurrant and brandy pâté spiced fruit chutney and ciabatta toastMainRoast Turkey Breast served with Sage and Onion stuffing, Bacon wrapped Chipolatas, Sea Salt and Thyme Roasties, Roasted Root Vegetables, Brussel Sprouts and Pan Gravy.VegetarianBeetroot Wellington, roasted Beetroot and Onions wrapped in Puff Pastry, Sea Salt and Thyme Roasties, Roast Parsnip and Carrots, Brussel Sprouts and Gravy.DessertChristmas Pudding with Crème AnglaiseJanuary 16th 2025Keith Holmes – “A Taste of Cornwall”A journey through the county with comments and stories.MenuStarterParma Ham and Bocconcini and Rocket Salad with Balsamic DrizzleMainLasagne with Garlic Bread and House SaladVegetarianVegetable Lasagne with Garlic Bread and House SaladDessertRaspberry and White Chocolate Torte with Red Berry DrizzleFebruary 20th 2025Steffie Shields – “Capability Brown and the Gift of Landscape”In 1987 after the hurricane, Steffie researched Capability Brown to compile a record of his landscapes and architecture.MenuStarterTomato, Onion and Pepper Bruschetta with basil oilMainGrilled Haddock with New Potatoes, Lemon and Caper Sauce on a bed of Samphire.VegetarianCajun Spiced Roulade, Garnished with Roasted Root Vegetables and House Salad Sour DressingDessertChocolate and Orange TartMarch 20th 2025Paula Bell – “The Flying Housewife in 1931”In dress of the time Paula gives us a thrilling ride along with the flying housewife.MenuStarterPrawn and Crayfish Salad with Bloody Mary SauceMainHoney Roasted Gammon with Herb Diced Potatoes, Grilled Vine Tomatoes and PeasVegetarianRoasted Cauliflower Steaks Drizzled in Garlic Butter with Vine Cherry Tomatoes, Asparagus and Herb Diced PotatoesDessertBaked Vanilla Cheesecake topped with a Mango Drizzle and Sorbet