Third AA Rosette Award for number one Restaurant
Rocco Forte's The Balmoral is celebrating after securing a third AA Rosette - one of the AA's most prestigious accolades - for its number one restaurant.
This is announced with the launch of the 2007 AA Restaurant Guide at a special awards lunch, which is being hosted by The Balmoral on Thursday 5th October, to honour the very best in Scottish hospitality. This major industry event will attract over 170 guests including Chefs and key players from Scotland's hospitality scene.
Number one continues to rise from strength to strength. The Michelin-starred restaurant won a prestigious Scottish Thistle Award last October, within the Flavour of Scotland category, which looked for evidence of strong links with local suppliers, as well as the highest standards of Scottish cuisine, presented within a welcoming and customer-friendly environment.
Most recently, number one's Sous Chef - Craig Sandle - participated in the Knorr National Chef of the Year Award 2006 alongside the country's leading Chefs, and won Best Starter.
Jeff Bland, Executive Chef at The Balmoral commented: "We are delighted to achieve this outstanding accolade from the AA. My team has worked very hard over the past few years to take us to the highest levels of culinary excellence of which I am extremely proud. This is supported by the numerous awards and fantastic feedback from our guests and regular customers."
AA's Chief Hotel and Restaurant Inspector Peter Birnie added: "The AA Hospitality Awards are the most prestigious national industry awards of their kind and draw on the unrivalled experience of the AA's team of inspectors and anonymous overnight judging process. Number one has demonstrated excellence and success within its chosen market and fully deserves its three AA Rosettes".
Number one is open for dinner seven days a week (6.30pm to 10.00pm) and is also available for exclusive lunch hire.
Emma Offord, PR Manager, The Balmoral on 0131 622 8805 or please email press@roccofortecollection.com.
This is announced with the launch of the 2007 AA Restaurant Guide at a special awards lunch, which is being hosted by The Balmoral on Thursday 5th October, to honour the very best in Scottish hospitality. This major industry event will attract over 170 guests including Chefs and key players from Scotland's hospitality scene.
Number one continues to rise from strength to strength. The Michelin-starred restaurant won a prestigious Scottish Thistle Award last October, within the Flavour of Scotland category, which looked for evidence of strong links with local suppliers, as well as the highest standards of Scottish cuisine, presented within a welcoming and customer-friendly environment.
Most recently, number one's Sous Chef - Craig Sandle - participated in the Knorr National Chef of the Year Award 2006 alongside the country's leading Chefs, and won Best Starter.
Jeff Bland, Executive Chef at The Balmoral commented: "We are delighted to achieve this outstanding accolade from the AA. My team has worked very hard over the past few years to take us to the highest levels of culinary excellence of which I am extremely proud. This is supported by the numerous awards and fantastic feedback from our guests and regular customers."
AA's Chief Hotel and Restaurant Inspector Peter Birnie added: "The AA Hospitality Awards are the most prestigious national industry awards of their kind and draw on the unrivalled experience of the AA's team of inspectors and anonymous overnight judging process. Number one has demonstrated excellence and success within its chosen market and fully deserves its three AA Rosettes".
Number one is open for dinner seven days a week (6.30pm to 10.00pm) and is also available for exclusive lunch hire.
Jeff Bland's Menu, AA Awards' Lunch
Thursday 5th October 2006
Isle of Skye Crab and Langoustine,
Avocado, Cucumber, Tomato and Lime Dressing
****
Orkney Gold Beef, slow cooked with Root Vegetables,
Caramelised Celeriac and Potato Purée
****
Blairgowrie Raspberry Sorbet, Almond and Raspberry Tart,
Raspberry Parfait with Salted Chocolate Caramel Sauce
****
Coffee and Chocolate Drambuie Fudge
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Isle of Skye Crab and Langoustine,
Avocado, Cucumber, Tomato and Lime Dressing
****
Orkney Gold Beef, slow cooked with Root Vegetables,
Caramelised Celeriac and Potato Purée
****
Blairgowrie Raspberry Sorbet, Almond and Raspberry Tart,
Raspberry Parfait with Salted Chocolate Caramel Sauce
****
Coffee and Chocolate Drambuie Fudge
Emma Offord, PR Manager, The Balmoral on 0131 622 8805 or please email press@roccofortecollection.com.
