Sopwell House Celebrates Being Awarded Two AA Rosettes

Emily Marmara

Emily Marmara

Other 26th July 2017
Emily Marmara

Sopwell House Celebrates Being Awarded Two AA Rosettes

The Restaurant at Sopwell House is celebrating its latest achievement – a 2nd AA Rosette following a recent inspection.

Sopwell House achieved this prestigious award by accomplishing precision throughout all its cooking. The Restaurant also received recognition for the high quality, seasonal produce on its menus. The AA inspector described his experience at The Restaurant as “smart dining in Mountbatten’s former country home”.

The award-winning restaurant marries British and European cuisine to achieve an eclectic menu offering, with a vast wine list to match. Head Chef Matthew Bird has devised a mouth-watering à la carte menu using seasonal and local produce. The Restaurant prides itself on offering a fine dining experience coupled with far-reaching views of the surrounding Hertfordshire countryside.

Restaurant Manager, Stefano Litti and the front of house team share the accolade by adding skill and finesse to provide an attentive yet uncomplicated service which goes hand in hand with the food offering. Sopwell House prides itself on the simple approach to offer great food paired with friendly service.

Executive Head Chef, Gopi Chandran said: “Our entire team has worked incredibly hard to achieve this accolade. We are all extremely proud that we have achieved two AA Rosettes and will continue to build on this achievement.”

Sopwell House is a stunning Georgian manor house located in the city of St. Albans within the Hertfordshire countryside. Located only 20 minutes from London St. Pancras, the hotel is the idyllic getaway just outside of the hustle and bustle of the capital.

The hotel is the perfect place to dine boasting two restaurants, an elegant cocktail lounge, and conservatory bar, all of which look out on 12-acres of beautiful gardens.

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