Future foodies
Fareham College’s hospitality and catering
department has been recognised for the
quality of its training restaurant, Avenue
141 with a Highly Commended AA
College Rosette Accreditation and Gold
Accreditation and Centre of Excellence
for Food and Beverage. These fantastic
achievements recognise the outstanding
approach and commitment the college
makes to matching learners’ skills with
employers’ needs. “Avenue 141 is as close
to what would be experienced in the
hospitality industry as you can get”, says
Fareham College Principal, Nigel Duncan.To support the college and experience
the fantastic food on offer, book a table at
avenue-141.co.ukGOURMET LIFE
Food news from around the countyNEW FOREST
ROOMS
The Walhampton Arms,
close to the bustling
Georgian market town of
Lymington, has recently
launched five renovated
stable bedrooms named
after the local villages
of Beaulieu, Pilley, Sway,
Boldre and Portmore.
The rooms have a
modern rustic charm with
contemporary details. All
finished to the highest
standards with luxury
bathrooms, flat screen
tv’s, complimentary Wi-Fi,
tea and coffee facilities
and choice of a cooked or
continental breakfast.
Situated in the heart of
the New Forest National
Park, The Walhampton
Arms is perfect for a dog
friendly break and there’s
no need to leave your four-
legged friend at home
as three of the rooms
welcome dogs. Comfort-
able, stylish and practical
with direct access to the
garden it’s the perfect
base to explore the coast
and forest.
Manager Jeanette Ball
commented, “We are
delighted to have taken
over the Walhampton
Arms and at the same time
launch our five new stable
rooms. With so much to
see and do in The New
Forest and a shortage of
accommodation during
the summer months, we
are sure the rooms will be
well received.”
Book your stay at wal-
hamptonarmslymington.
co.uk or call 01590 673113We had the greatest pleasure recently to
welcome private dining experts La Belle
Assiette’s newest Hampshire recruit when
our Editor hosted a privately cooked dinner
in her own home courtesy of chef Dina
Spencer.
Whether it’s a special occasion or an
opportunity to have a relaxing dinner with
friends without the need for childcare; La
Belle Assiette provide a wonderful service
which includes your own private chef
cooking a tailored menu suited to pleaseall guests. Commenting on her experience,
Elizabeth said, “It was such a delight to
have someone else do all the cooking for
once; she even tidied up after all three
superbly cooked courses were served. It
meant I could really enjoy my evening and
my guests without the worry that sauces
would be burnt and a pile of washing up
would be left.”
To book your own private chef experience
visit labelleassiette.co.uk/dina-spencer.
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