1. SUMMER A LA CARTE MENU

Nigel’s new Summer a la carte menu was launched in the restaurant last week. Once again you see Nigel’s respect of the seasons giving you the opportunity to enjoy amazing produce at its peak of freshness and ripeness. Releasing outstanding flavours as he develops innovative dishes that reflect his roots using whereever possible the provenance of our region.

Featuring seasonal highlights such as – Native Lobster Tails, Lovage Soup, Tartare of Bowland Beef, Wild Lytham Seabass, Roe Buck, Fillet of Veal, Goosnargh Duckling, Young Tender Leeks and Fennel Bulbs, Samphire, along with tempting desserts – Queen of Puddings Soufflé, Gooseberry Possett, Delice of Valrohna Chocolate and Strawberry Jelly.

View the full menu online - www.northcotemanor.com/restaurant/menus.htm

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2. COOKERY DAYS & WINE EVENTS 2005/06

Cookery Days
Eating delicious food… expertly prepared by master chefs…is always a special pleasure, and yet it’s often possible to enjoy those same dishes at home. It’s simply a matter of understanding more about choosing the right ingredients and knowing how to get the very best from them. Because each of Britain’s growing seasons brings us a wonderful opportunity to try different tastes, all of Nigel’s Cookery Days capture the true flavour of the relevant time of year.

Wine Evenings
The finest food deserves the finest wine… and today we’re spoiled for choice. On six very special nights in the coming months, Craig will welcome guest growers and expert wine merchants to a series of gourmet evenings where they will share some of their secrets, introduce you to wines of extraordinary character and charm.

View full details online and download our pdf brochure www.northcotemanor.com/special_events/special_events.htm, or ring 01254 240555 for a brochure.

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3. NEW BBQ MENU AT THE THREE FISHES

A must to try on Sunny Days this summer!
Nigel has now designed a BBQ menu which is cooked and prepared on Weber BBQ’s outside on the patio area every weekend, weather permitting!!

Whole roast products cooked on the Weber kettle BBQ’s provide you with the finest BBQ experience – nothing charred and one to relish!!

Full details and sample menu online - www.thethreefishes.com/bbq.htm

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4. COOKERY DAY - SIZZLING BBQ'S - EATING AL FRESCO

Monday 18th or Tuesday 19th July 2005
Britain loves to barbecue, but the real secret of success – apart from a glorious sunny day – is to know which foods and marinades lend themselves best to cooking and eating …alfresco.

Nigel demonstrates succulent dishes, cooked with ease on the amazing Weber BBQ… a favourite piece of Northcote equipment for 15 years. He will also introduce you to the marinades and sauces we’ve perfected over the years and which have helped to make our barbecues a great attraction, not just in summer but at any time of the year.

• Starts at 9.30 am with coffee & homemade biscuits
• Craig introduces the taste of sensational summer wines
• Your chance to win Weber’s new baby Q barbecue and buy Weber BBQ’s and accessories from Dawson’s of Clitheroe
• Enjoy a Pimms aperitif and wine matched specially to your barbecue lunch
• 2 course BBQ lunch • Expected finish time is 3.30pm

Price £50.00 fully inclusive.

Limited places left for this popular day, even the men feel it’s worth taking the day off for this one!
call 01254 240555 to book now!

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5. UPDATE ON THE LATEST REFURBISHMENT AT NORTHCOTE MANOR

We are pleased to announce we have completed the first phase of our refurbishment programme.

Northcote begins it’s twenty first year with a new feeling, keeping all the characteristics of The Manor with some twenty first century changes that we hope you all enjoy.

• The bar has moved! This now opens up the bay window giving lovely views of the Northcote Gardens
• A new fresh and stylish charm in the restaurant
• A much needed upgrade to the wash room facilities

We look forward to welcoming you to The Manor in it’s twenty first birthday year!

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6. THE THREE FISHES INVITE WHALLEY CRICKET CLUB JUNIOR SECTION FOR TEA IN THEIR NEW KIT SPONSORED BY THE THREE FISHES

It was wonderful to welcome the junior cricket teams of Whalley Cricket Club to enjoy our award winning children’s menu. Team work is something we all pride ourselves on and this young gathering of sporting boys and girls looked the part in their new kit.

We wish them all the best for a fabulous season!

View sample children's menu online in our dedicated children's area - www.thethreefishes.com/children/children.htm

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7. CHILDREN'S COMPETITION WINNER

Lydia, age 10 is the winner of the latest Art competition to draw a fish. Craig and Nigel presented Lydia with a fabulous art kit, so she can continue to develop her talent as a budding artist. And, Lydia was able to treat the whole family for lunch at the Three Fishes as part of her prize.

The new competition has now started at the Three Fishes, where our young friends are invited to draw a vegetable character, when they complete the new quiz sheet at the pub.

The next winner will be drawn at the end of August – so make sure your picture’s entered by then!

View sample children's menu online in our dedicated children's area - www.thethreefishes.com/children/children.htm

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8. FRIENDS OF NORTHCOTE WINNERS
This month we have 2 winners!!

“Reserved Places” replies for our new database – winner!
Firstly may we take this opportunity to thank all of you who returned your details to us to update your information on our new database at Northcote Manor, we have been delighted with the response and all of you will now receive up to date information by post or e-mail as we release new promotions or updates.

Simon Wood of Chorley will be enjoying an overnight gourmet break at The Manor followed by lunch the next day at The Three Fishes.

Quarterly Prize Draw for Friends of Northcote – winner!
Remember every quarter we draw a winner from our Friends of Northcote where you can win either a meal at Northcote Manor or The Three Fishes.

Mrs Mary Winter of Macclesfield has won lunch or dinner for 6 at the Three Fishes in Mitton!

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9. RECRUITMENT

Opportunities to join the Northcote Apprentice Scheme –
Kitchen, Front of House and Sommelier positions available.
We are looking for dedicated young individuals with a passion to exceed within the catering and hotel industry. This is a demanding programme that needs a high level of commitment in terms of time and study – but the rewards can be great as we have proved with many of our apprentices becoming leaders of their field in our industry.

In return we can offer some of the best training in the industry and experience of working with the most professional and dedicated team you could hope to be part of.

Telephone Janet Horne for more information 01254 240555

New Position – Restaurant Liaison Assistant
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated person to join the Sales and Marketing Team in an interesting and varied role. This is a newly created position and requires an individual who would care about developing this responsible role in communicating to our customers.

You would need to possess good computer skills with knowledge of word and excel, a professional and friendly telephone manner, and a background in quality food operations and hospitality would be an advantage.

Duties Include:

• Administration of restaurant bookings, menus and client information
• Managing the Restaurant Reservation System and customer database
• Liaising with customers and improving customer service at all levels

Telephone Janet Horne for more information 01254 240555

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