Its beginning to look at lot like Christmas, writes Nick Mosley. From stylish afternoon teas to festive evening dining, here’s his round-up of December menus to be found in Brighton and Sussex.
Ashdown Park Hotel, East Grinstead
Throughout December, enjoy a festive afternoon tea in the atmospheric surrounds of historic Ashdown Park Hotel near East Grinstead. Indulge in a seasonal twist on an English classic: finger sandwiches, warm scones and Christmas pastries served with mulled wine or tea. From £36 per person.
Burger and Lobster
Burger and Lobster on Market Street in the heart of the Lanes has just launched their Garlic Butter Fountain: a flowing butter fountain served with a decadent platter of lobster, prawns, sourdough bread and fries. Guests who book a table from 1 to 24 December can enter the Lobster Lottery for a chance to win a luxurious lobster feast – pure festive indulgence. Half lobster and burger with fries from £33.
Efes, Worthing
Celebrate Christmas in style at the ever-popular Efes in Worthing. Enjoy an authentic Turkish and Mediterranean feast with a choice of two or three courses from just £31.95. This buzzy venue is perfect for parties with family, friends and colleagues.
Goodwood House, West Sussex
Goodwood’s celebrated afternoon tea becomes even more special during the festive season. Begin with a guided tour of the State Apartments of Goodwood House, home to one of England’s most significant private art collections, before settling into the magnificent ballroom to indulge in handmade delicacies crafted with estate-reared produce, freshly baked scones and elegant sweet treats. From £34 per person including tour.
Hotel du Vin, Brighton
Hotel du Vin’s elegant bistro on Ship Street will be dishing up everything you could possibly want for Christmas. From a festive party with colleagues and a family Boxing Day lunch, to a luxurious Christmas stay package in a picture postcard perfect location. Make this Christmas one to remember and start planning the most wonderful time of the year. Festive menus start at £42.50 per person.
Journeys, Eastbourne
A real jewel-in-the-crown of Eastbourne’s dining scene, Journeys wine bar and restaurant is a stone’s through from Eastbourne station and has been making waves for the past couple of years. Co-owned by chef and front-of-house supremo Amy and Marina Stone, they proudly swopped their first AA rosette earlier this year for their impressive modern European cooking and impeccable hospitality. Christmas menus are available now with two courses are £39 or three courses are £45.
Kindling, Brighton
A real Brighton favourite, Kindling on East Street epitomises the spirit of the season with a line-up of festive dishes to accompany their menu of 28-day dry-aged, chargrilled steaks. Highlights include gooey baked Camembert for sharing, a golden house-made sausage roll, a rich winter vegetable gratin and Brussels sprouts tossed with crispy bacon. All best enjoyed with a glass of Kindling’s mulled wine, made in-house and filled with warming spice. To finish, diners can indulge in a special cheese board celebrating British favourites – the perfect finale to a festive feast.
Permit Room, Brighton
Running until Christmas Eve, Dishoom's Permit Room in East Street is serving up a festive feast like no other: a slow-cooked Turkey Raan with bottomless gravy, spiced Chilli Sprouts and cranberry and green chilli naan, ending with unlimited Mince Pie Pudding. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. £39.50 per person.
Sabai Thai, Brighton
Bringing an authentic taste of the Land of Smiles, Sabai has been serving fantastic Thai food for close to twenty years from their restaurant just off North Street. Their wonderful food is freshly made using traditional ingredients and family recipes with a two course Christmas menu – including glass of Prosecco – for £39.99 per person.
www.sabaibrighton.co.uk
Shelter Hall, Brighton
Shelter Hall on Brighton seafront is always a magical space during the festive season with the hall fully decked out with sparkling decorations galore. Each of their seven resident kitchens is bringing something special to the table from the award-winning Xmas Sub by Stakehaus via Lost Boys Chicken’s gravy dipped burger through to Temaki Bros’ Chirashi bowl. Pre-book one of their heated seafront igloos for dining under the stars, and enjoy Christmas choirs every Monday and Santa’s Grotto on Sundays throughout December.
Tern, Worthing
Just in time for Christmas, Tern’s eagerly anticipated reopening lands in Worthing with five, seven and ten-course tasting menus by chef Johnny Stanford, a New York-style Sunday brunch and a brand new basement cocktail bar. Undoubtably the hottest dining ticket in Sussex at the moment, there is limited availability for Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day brunch so book ahead.
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