THE MILL RACE
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May/June 2015
Bringing you everything you need to know about The Mill Race and what this season has to offer.
A Hedgehog’s Tale The hedgehog holds a significant place in the heart of Ross. It’s embedded in the towns emblem and is now celebrated annually in the Hedgehog Festival. We decided to dig a little deeper and find out why this spikey little creature plays such a key role in our community. Around 1500 years ago, the Celtics invaded Ross and named it ‘Ergyng’ - Celtic for ‘Land of the Hedgehog’. Since then the humble creature has featured on various shields and crests throughout the town including the Mayoral Chain. The Shield of Markye Chapel features nine in its design! Many talks and events take place throughout the year where you can learn more about the significance of the hedgehog - keep your eyes peeled on the tourist websites to find out when the next event is taking place.
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f resh food in season
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Apricots . blueberries . cantaloupe melon . cherries . cucumbers green beans . figs . nectarines . peaches . plums . tomatoes . cod strawberries . watermelons . scallops . monkfish . lamb . squash .
WHAT’s NEW ON THE MILL RACE Menu THIS SEASON
SUPPLIER FOCUS COUNTRY FLAVOURS Our 100% free range egg supplier ‘Country Flavours’ have been supplying the best quality eggs since 2008 to many local restaurants, pubs and even schools. David ‘the fourth generation ‘ of Lower Bellamore farm, along with his wife Alice, only produce the highest quality of eggs on their farm in Lower Bellamore, Preston-on-Wye, a beautiful rural part of Herefordshire and are the only freedom food accredited egg packers in Herefordshire. The eggs are always fresh - laid one day and delivered the next complete with their producer ID printed making all of their produce fully traceable.
Supplier of: EGGS Location: PRESTON-ON-WYE Distance from The Mill Race: 24.4 miles
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T he mill race scotch egg did you know? PURE HONEY LASTS UP TO 3000 YEARS without rotting
served with a fresh green salad and home made brown sauce The Mill Race Scotch Egg is a staple starter on our ever changing menu as we have the freshest eggs to cook with all year round! Perfectly fried in pork and bread crumbs, the egg yolk inside should still be runny and served warm. We recommend pairing this with a Wye Valley Bitter and you’ve got yourself the perfect starter to any meal; comfort food for any day of the week!
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ask the wine stig is France the only country that makes sparkling wine? Sparkling wine comes in various forms from all over the worlds wine regions, you’ll even find a sparkling wine in Wales. The only form of which that is solely made in France is Champagne, in the Champagne region. Spain is famed for its Cava, which is made using similar methods to Champagne, while Italy is responsible for the phenomenon that is Prosecco, which, in 2013, edged ahead of Champagne in terms of bottles sold around the world.
the taste test bodegas ruca malen malbec mendoza 2010, agentina, £36 a bottle This month we gave the wine stig number 94 on our wine list. It’s a vibrant, dark purplered, with ripe, red cherries, plum fruit and notes of spicy liquorice. Full and well structured on the palate with soft tannins and ripe black fruit balanced by a spicy oak and a delicate vanilla and chocolate finish.
Great British Pub Awards 2015 We’ve been shortlisted for the region’s Best Wine Pub/ Bar (3rd year running!) and Best Food Pub 2015. Fingers crossed for the finalist’s announcement in August!
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TOP CELLAR THIS SEASONS RECOMMENDED WINES When skies are blue and the weather is warm, there are plently of excuses to have a get together in the beer garden with family and friends. Number 37 on our list is the summer favourite Lofthouse Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand’s wine region in Marlborough. The Lofthouse Vineyards provide a distinctive style that displays both ripe, tropical fruit and the crisper, green and lively components that are characteristic of Marlborough. Invigorating, fresh & pretty, this white is best served chilled for the perfect summer evening tipple. PERFECT FOR: Fresh summer salads & greens Palate: notes of lemon sherbet & lovely fleshy fruit, beautifully balanced by crisp acidity running through to the finish.
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