Journal

From The Source

Wootton Organic

Our chefs love to tell stories through their food, and there is nothing better than working with high quality ingredients that taste great and come from a source that we are proud of.

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Léoube, Provence

From The Source

Léoube, Provence

19th July 2024

Summer has, supposedly, arrived in the Cotswolds. The long, warm days transform our pubs from cosy indoor boltholes to welcoming oases, each of their respective outdoor spaces providing shade, respite and refreshment....

Mastering the Barbecue

Recipes, Stories

Mastering the Barbecue

2nd June 2024

Our executive chef, Alan shares his top tips to keep in mind when you fire up the barbecue to cook over flames this summer. From the perfect cuts of meat and fish to pop on the grill, to failsafe techniques…...

Perfecting The Pizza

Recipes, Stories

Perfecting The Pizza

30th May 2024

Originating as far back as the 6th century BC, everyone from the Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Persians have played a hand in the evolution of pizza as we know it today. It is fair to say the modern-day pizza can…...

Market Garden Reawakening

From The Source

Market Garden Reawakening

22nd March 2024

Longer days, double-digit temperatures, and a flourish of colour on our plates; the arrival of spring in the Cotswolds is one of our favourite natural events, and throughout the year our menus evolve to feature the best of the season’s…...

Once Upon a Tile

Stories, Sustainability

Once Upon a Tile

9th February 2024

Last autumn we marked the reopening of The Bell at Charlbury with stories about its renovation and our work with local artisans. To start the new year with a celebration of heritage local crafts, our Head of Sustainability is revisiting…...

Farm & Field

From The Source

Farm & Field

8th February 2024

Our pub menus are united by a simple food philosophy of working with high quality, low impact ingredients. Each of our chefs prioritises seasonal, local produce, working with farmers and growers that operate to the highest standards of environmental stewardship…...

Pithivier of confit potato, Lyonnaise onion, Comté & black truffle

Recipes

Pithivier of confit potato, Lyonnaise onion, Comté & black truffle

24th November 2023

With its origins dating back to the Orléans region of France in the 17th century, this buttery puff pastry pie has stood the test of time. Perfect for feasting with friends and family during the cooler months, Executive Chef Alan…...

Pumpkin with stracciatella, chillies, hazelnuts & basil oil – A guest recipe by Tart London

Recipes

Pumpkin with stracciatella, chillies, hazelnuts & basil oil – A guest recipe by Tart London

9th November 2023

We were joined by the Tart London team for a seasonal supper club to celebrate the opening of The Barn, our new dining room. With ingredients sourced from the market garden at Daylesford Farm, here we share recipes from the…...

Poached pears, bay cream & chocolate almond crunch  – A guest recipe by Tart London

Recipes

Poached pears, bay cream & chocolate almond crunch – A guest recipe by Tart London

9th November 2023

We were joined by the Tart London team for a seasonal supper club to celebrate the opening of The Barn, our new dining room. With ingredients sourced from the market garden at Daylesford Farm, here we share recipes from the…...