Barbecue with a view: Guy Ritchie opens Lore of the Sky

British filmmaker Guy Ritchie has unveiled his latest culinary venture, Lore of the Sky, a smokehouse restaurant situated at an airfield in Dorset.

It’s the latest addition to his growing hospitality portfolio and offers something a little different - an American-style smokehouse.

Dubbed ‘a place like no other’, Guy’s newest venture brings authentic Texan barbecue to the airfield.

Head chef Alex Brown creates impressive dishes such as oak-smoked pork belly, smokehouse nachos, and a slow-braised jackfruit burger.

The concept builds on the success of his London pub, Lore of the Land, but swaps the city streets for open skies.

A spokesperson for the restaurant said: “Perched within the historic Compton Abbas Airfield, Lore of the Sky is a bold new smokehouse restaurant from Guy Ritchie’s team.

"Set in the heart of Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this is where aviation heritage meets Texas-style barbecue.

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Whether you’re watching vintage Spitfires take flight or soaking in the panoramic views over Shaftesbury, Lore of the Sky offers an unforgettable dining experience and less than an hour from the Jurassic Coast.

“Our menu is a celebration of deep flavour and smokehouse tradition. Crafted by head chef Alex Brown, each dish - from oak-smoked pork belly to loaded nachos and rich jackfruit burgers - is smoked on-site using the legendary J&R Oyler Smoker, the first of its kind in the UK.

“With every bite, you’ll taste our commitment to quality, locally sourced ingredients, and fire-powered finesse.”

Guy Ritchie’s London restaurant is also featured in the lineup for this years Pub in the Park.

Curated by Tom Kerridge, Pub in the Park is dubbed ‘The UK's best food and music festival’ and will return to Gunnersbury Park and other locations across the summer.

Written by ABi Kinsella

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