The Clockspire – you already know that we’re a hidden gem offering an extraordinary dining experience. With our elegant ambiance, impeccable service, and a menu that celebrates the finest local and seasonal ingredients, we’re renowned as a destination for food lovers on the Somerset/Dorset border. You might wonder how we could step it up even further.
Read on.
The Chef’s Menu: A Culinary Masterpiece
If you’ve yet to experience it, the newest culinary offering from The Clockspire is the Chef’s Menu. This exclusive tasting menu is available on Friday evenings and Saturdays only, and it promises a gastronomic journey that will tantalize your taste buds.
The current Chef’s Menu features a delectable selection of dishes, each carefully crafted to showcase the skill and creativity of Head Chef Luke Bryant. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:
Starter: Jerusalem artichoke risotto, English autumn truffle, English pecorino, paired with Barbera del Monferrato, Maraia, Marchesi di Barolo, Piedmont, Italy 2021
Starter: Clockspire salmon tartare, caviar, pickled fennel and cucumber, paired with Sauvignon Blanc, Isabey, Sevilen, Izmir, Turkey 2022
Main: Beef fillet, Scottish girolles, roasted cauliflower, charred leeks and spinach, red wine sauce, paired with Côtes du Rhône, Les Abeilles, Jean-Luc Colombo, Rhône Valley, France 2021
Dessert: Clockspire dark chocolate fondant, miso caramel sauce, honeycomb, salt caramel ice cream, paired with Château Septy, Monbazillac, France 2017
Optional Cheese Course: A selection of fine cheeses served with chutney, grapes, and biscuits, paired with Ortega, Late Harvest, Linden Estate, Boxford, Berkshire, England NV
As David Hill, General Manager, explains, “The Chef’s Menu is a true experience, especially when you take advantage of the wine pairing. It really allows you to switch off and enjoy the evening while we show off what the chefs can do here. The only decision left is if there is space for some cheese!”
Head Chef Luke Bryant adds, “The Chef’s Menu showcases some really special ingredients and dishes. It’s a unique taste of The Clockspire.”
A Unique Dining Experience
The Clockspire offers more than just exceptional food. Our elegant dining room, with its stunning views of the surrounding countryside, creates a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere. Our team are attentive and knowledgeable, and dedicated to providing impeccable service, ensuring that every guest feels pampered and well-cared for.
If you’re looking for a truly memorable dining experience in Somerset, come and explore the Chef’s Menu – served Friday evenings and Saturdays.
