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Ollie Vigors, founder and director of Longshot Country Inns said: “Having grown up in Kingsclere, I am delighted to be part of the team responsible for bringing Bel & The Dragon to the stunning setting, that is The Swan in Kingsclere."
Group head chef Ronnie Kimbugwe, has hand crafted a menu to complement the local British produce available in the area.
With an emphasis on provenance and quality, Ronnie makes modern adaptations of simple classics.
The menu will include dishes such as a sustainable fish pie and English veal bolognaise alongside daily fish specials.
The rotisserie menu will include roasted suckling pig, whilst grilled Atlantic lobster and zucchini frites with garlic
