By Lords on
17 September 2009
Lords of the Manor wins the award for Hotel Restaurant of the Year2009.
Recognised as the Oscars of the local food and drink industry, the Cotswold Life Food & Drink Awards give valuable recognition to producers, growers, suppliers and hospitality venues across the region.
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By Lords on
15 September 2009
 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia was founded in 1981, in a beautiful, unspoiled part of Tuscany, located on the coast, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea in the section of the Northern Maremma between Livorno and the island of Elba. From the outset; their mission was to produce outstanding wines. Since then passion and dedication, coupled with a unique terroir and an extraordinary microclimate, have brought the Tenuta dell'Ornellaia's prestigious labels great success and recognition as one of the most important wineries in the world.
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By Lords on
04 September 2009
 The secret to crafting something truly fine lies in the choice of raw materials. Since 1811 the house of Perrier Jouet has been tireless in the pursuit of excellence today, the quality of the company’s vineyard holdings, patiently acquired by this family line of master vintners, boarders on perfection.
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By Lords on
13 August 2009
Gourmet News Letter Summer 2009 is out.
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By Lords on
26 June 2009
If you’ve enjoyed a stay at the Lords then you will love our sister hotel The Feathers in the Market town of Woodstock near Oxford, just a stones throw from the historic Blenheim Palace. The Feathers has a great reputation for food and service and is offering you the opportunity to try it for yourself at a really great rate:
To celebrate the arrival of the new Chef and the start of the British Summer, The Feathers is offering “£79 for 79 days”
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By Lords on
26 June 2009
In the early nineteenth century Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford is said to have complained of "having that sinking feeling" during the late afternoon. At the time it was usual for people to take only two main meals a day, breakfast, and dinner at around 8 o'clock in the evening. The solution for the Duchess was a pot a tea and a light snack, taken privately in her boudoir during the afternoon.
Later, friends were invited to join her in her rooms at Woburn Abbey and this summer practice proved so popular that the Duchess continued it when she returned to London, sending cards to her friends asking them to join her for "tea and a walking the fields." Other social hostesses quickly picked up on the idea and the practice became respectable enough to move it into the drawing room.
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By Lords on
26 June 2009
Aspect Events in conjunction with LORDS of the MANOR Short Break For Antigue Collectors. Sunday 25th October 2009 to Wednesday 28th October 2009.
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By Lords on
26 June 2009
Michelin Star Chef Matt Weedon has introduced a new ten course tasting menu. Matt is known for his love of classical French food which comes through in this exciting menu. It is based on quality ingredients, sourced from top local suppliers.
His cooking has strong roots in the classical repertoire, yet chimes with the modern taste for light, refined dishes. Each course and each dish will be individual; all are carefully balanced, change with the seasons and reflect the natural beauty of the surrounding area.
Cost £95.00 per person
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By Lords on
26 June 2009
Once again, Lords of the Manor are offering you the opportunity to sample the delights of two award winning Michelin starred chefs. Matt Weedon, the Lords Executive Chef, will be joined by Alan Murchison, the Chef Patron of L’Ortolan, the Michelin starred restaurant just outside of Reading.
Matt Weedon joined Lords of the Manor just over a year ago from Glenap Castle where he gained his first star and in January this year he was awarded a star at Lords of the Manor.
Alan Murchison has worked in Michelin starred restaurants for over 16 years; he has been Chef Patron at L’Ortolan since 2001 and Managing Director of Alan Murchison Restaurants Ltd for four years. In April 2007 Alan bought the highly acclaimed Hibiscus restaurant in Ludlow and after a comprehensive refurbishment re-opened as La Becasse in July 2007.
How often do you get the opportunity to sample the creations of two-award winning chefs?
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By Lords on
26 June 2009
Michelin star chef Matt Weedon is hosting a fabulous Cotswold themed lunch and cookery demonstration on Wednesday 26th August at Lords of the Manor. Matt will be using the very best seasonal ingredients sourced from his usual local suppliers; the day will start at 11.00am with coffee followed by a personal demonstration by Matt. He will take you through the preparation of the three course meal, with plenty of opportunities to taste and ask questions. Then it’s time to relax and to enjoy the delicious lunch complemented by a couple of glasses of wine.
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