Bath has a host of foodie events taking place each week – here’s a selection of the ones we think you should take advantage of.
“An enticing evening of superlative Modern Indian dishes prepared by one of the UK’s finest Indian chefs”: it’s all going on at The Mint Room (Lower Bristol Road) on Monday 1st July, when Humayun Hussain – one of the UK’s leading exponents of Indian food and restaurants – hosts a glorious event that puts superchef Saurav Nath’s skills in the spotlight (£55pp). www.themintroom.co.uk
Indulge your senses in “playfully Italian food and wine from Nonna with love” at Manja Manja (George Street): a new venture from the team behind the highly-acclaimed Circus restaurant that’s already earned itself a sparkling reputation for excellence. www.manjamanja.co.uk
Go (tastefully!) wild at the next Whisky Social at The Dark Horse (Kingsmead Square) on Wednesday 3rd July when a guided tour through the methods, techniques, extraordinary stories and, of course, tastes of America’s legendary Wild Turkey bourbon get in on the Independence Day celebrations one day early (£35pp, to include tipple- accompanying nibbles). https://bit.ly/4cqYkZ4
The rumours are true! Bath-based boisterous bagel specialists Taylor’s Bagels are indeed opening a third branch on lovely, lively Moorland Road (number 42, to be precise) any day now… www.taylorsbagels.com
The next Summer DJ Night at the Royal Crescent Hotel and Spa takes place on Friday 5th July – and it’s gonna be a scorcher! Live music on the hotel’s gorgeous terrace overlooking the super-pretty private garden; carefully- curated summer cocktails; sharing plates a go-go… and, if the weather threatens to stop play, heated parasols on standby. This event is free to attend on a first-come, first-served basis, but tickets may be purchased for £15 per adult to include a glass of Champagne (normally £16.95) on arrival. https://bit.ly/3VSAu2R
Spice up your life at the recently-opened, supremely elegant Indian fine dining bistro Root Spice (Argyle Street), which the proprietors describe as “a culinary destination for those seeking an extraordinary dining experience”. Prices, however, are exceedingly down-to-earth… www.rootspice.co.uk
Turn a drinks date into a small plate party at Walcot House (Walcot Street), where 50% off chic bar snacks every Monday- Thursday means that the average price for delicious delights such as Buttermilk Chicken with Roasted Garlic Mayo and Butterbean Hummus with Grilled Sourdough tease your tastebuds (and tantalise your wallet!) for around £3-4 per plate. www.walcothousebath.com
Check out the Hotel Indigo’s brand new, super-stylish diner Brasserie Beau (South Parade), which complements the hotel’s already-fabulous Elder Restaurant and adheres to a simple yet powerful ethos: only the finest British ingredients find their way onto their plates and the kitchen champions wild food and small producers, ensuring that every dish bursts with flavour. www.brasseriebeau.co.uk
The food programme for the 10th annual Valley Fest – “the best-tasting festival in the south west” no less – has just been revealed; phew, it’s a scorcher! From Street Food fun to full-on foodie feasts and chef demos a-plenty, it’s time to go wild in the country (Chew Magna, overlooking the Chew Valley lake, to be precise) …and the live music line up rocks to a thrilling beat too (Thursday 1st – Sunday 4th August. Ticket prices vary, from early bird/locals deals to full-on VIP camping bundles). www.valleyfest.co.uk
Melissa Blease regularly reviews restaurants across Bath. You can find out more at: www.theprandialplayground.uk
