A RESTAURANT with rooms has been recognised as a fine dining experience in the Cotswolds.
The Dial House, in Bourton-on-the-Water, has been awarded its third AA rosette and joins just a handful of other dining establishments to be recognised with the accolade.
Elaine Booth, owner of the Dial House, was absolutely delighted. She said: “This recognises the hard work and dedication of the kitchen brigade and the front of house team. Our head chef Paul Nicholson’s creativity and talent is clear to see and taste in the delicious food that is served.”
The AA inspectors were particularly impressed by Mr Nicholson's creativity and skill, commenting: "Techniques are spot on, and imaginative, confidently handled combinations extend to main courses - poached fillet of brill, of superb quality, with sautéed spinach, a deeply-flavoured oxtail raviolo, roasted salsify, cep purée and tempura samphire."
The 33-year-old chef has worked at the Dial House for five years and prior to that he worked at The Arch restaurant in Bath and Bath Priory. His French influences were further enhanced by a six month position at Hotel La Sivoliere in Courcheval 1850.
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