Bristol has always been a national centre for exquisite food and drink and has recently gained further recognition as a leading UK culinary destination, meaning it now often considered as one of the best outside of the capital. At Eat Drink Bristol Fashion, we’re giving you a little taste of some of the flavours that make up the city’s distinct palate and are a part of this zeitgeist. In the Bristol Taste Tent, famed Bristol eateries will be showcasing the very best of their menus, serving up taster dishes for just £5.
Here’s who’ll be taking part across the weekend and what you can expect from them…
Saturday 2nd May 2020
Bristol Lido
Whether offering hearty cooking and classic dishes or hints of the Moorish and Mediterranean, Bristol Lido have both become iconic venues in the city, winning awards for their food made of tip-top ingredients from hand-picked suppliers.
A stuffed pepper dish from Bristol Lido’s lunch menu
littlefrench
A fully independent, family-owned restaurant, littlefrench offers unpretentious French food. The daily changing menu cooked by renowned chef Freddy Bird showcases produce-led dishes using ingredients sourced from the best local suppliers.
Roast queen scallops, sauternes butter, chives from littlefrench
The Pony & Trap
This quintessential pub in Chew Magna is owned by Eat Drink Bristol Fashion co-founder Josh Eggleton and serves up dishes that blends the modern with a nostalgic approach to British classics.
Pigeon breast, bresoala, puy lentils, blackcurrant and walnut from The Pony & Trap
The Pump House
Sophisticated and seasonal, The Pump House’s food is predominantly British, combining classic dishes with modern cooking techniques. Everything is prepared on-site - from bread to ice cream - and they strive to utilise the very best diverse West Country ingredients. This passion is led by acclaimed executive chef and owner Toby Gritten.
Gnocci with summer peas from The Pump House
Root
A modern, veg-led, small plate restaurant sitting on the banks of Bristol’s historic harbour, Rob Howell and Meg Oakley have put Root firmly on the food map for its inventive and seasonal sharing dishes. Championing local suppliers and producers, it has won plaudits from the public and critics in equal measure.
A selection of veg-led small plates from Root
Woky Ko
Casual Asian diner Woky Ko - the brainchild of former MasterChef finalist Larkin Cen - features modern twists on familiar Asian dishes, using responsibly sourced ingredients and no added MSG. Everything is cooked fresh to order featuring Larkin's unique and exciting flavour combinations.
Potsticker dumplings from Woky Ko
Sunday 3rd May 2020
Adelina Yard
With a playful and ambitious take on European cuisine, Adelina Yard sits at the forefront of fine dining in Bristol. Headed by duo Jamie Randal and Olivia Barry, it puts experience, expertise and comfortable charm at the forefront of their fresh, seasonal dishes.
Monkfish, alexanders, wild garlic, iberico tomato and fumet from Adelina Yard
Bravas
The bustling Cotham Hill haunt Bravas is a Bristol institution serving authentic, fresh and high-quality tapas inspired by the backstreet bars of Andalucía.
Fried aubergine with molasses from Bravas
Bulrush
Bulrush is a Michelin Star restaurant in Cotham, Bristol owned by Chef George Livesey. He trained at the Academy of the Culinary Arts, where Albert Roux was his sponsoring chef. At Bulrush, he serves an innovative and seasonal modern British selection made up of two tasting menus.
Cured venison, caribou moss, walnut ketchup and smoked venison heart from Bulrush
Paco Tapas
With jamón ready to carve, padrón peppers roasting over the wood fire and sherry straight from the barrel, Paco Tapas’ ever-changing menu combines traditional tapas with personal interpretations from Michelin-starred chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, whilst staying true to the vibrant and comforting flavours of his heritage.
Quail stuffed with sobrasada from Paco Tapas
Seven Lucky Gods
The latest opening from the Hyde & Co group, Seven Lucky Gods, nestled in Bristol’s buzzing Wapping Wharf development, exploded onto the scene with a Japanese Izakaya style menu of sushi and small plates, cocktails and an edgy, modern vibe.
Sushi, sashimi and raw dishes from Seven Lucky Gods
Tare
Tare is a 22-cover restaurant with a set six-course menu that changes seasonally, lovingly crafted from only the best local produce by head chef Matt Hampshire and his small team.
A sample of Tare’s fresh taster menu
The only place to have a bite from all these acclaimed local restaurants at once is at Eat Drink Bristol Fashion’s Bristol Taste Tent. Access to the tent is included in your ticket and dishes will be priced at £5 each - happy eating!