Come and join the River Cottage team to celebrate some of the best local produce Dorset and Devon have to offer.

The evening will start at 7.30pm with a warm welcome. While you nibble on our home made canapes, the resident River Cottage team will explain our philosophy and where tonight’s meal has come from. Members of the team will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have about what we do at River Cottage HQ.   We will then serve a four course set menu, at about 8pm, featuring produce from our own River Cottage garden, and seasonal ingredients from the very best West Country producers.    If you fancy joining us for an all vegetarian Friday Night at River Cottage, take a look at the dates below. The evening will include an introductory talk from one of our gardening experts, with a chance to ask any gardening questions you might have. or join John Wright in Mushroom month (October) for a Friday Night on Mushrooms. Recent testimonials from our Friday Night guests: "The food was incredible, as was the service and atmosphere, it was definitely a night to remember. We went home very happy and full, and have recommended to all our family and friends..." "Excellent, best lamb I ever had...value for money, the no corkage is a very good idea. We enjoyed the evening very much, it was a good balance of fun and education. I liked the tractor ride, I liked the information about the menu, where everything was sourced. The shared tables breaks down the formality of the atmosphere and make it a lot more fun. A lot of thought has gone into making RC different to a restaurant. Those involved should be rather proud of themselves."

Gillon Meller, RCHQ Head Chef

Typical Winter Menu Canapés - Chorizo and egg mayo on crostini; fennel tops Locally smoked salmon with herb crème fresh on blinis Pickled ox tongue; mustard and gherkins Air-dried ham, chilli and parsley croquettes Fresh brown crab; winter leaves, fresh baked breads, garlic mayo Five-root and bacon soup with Cheddar and parsley Spiced confit pork belly; roast loin; crackling, creamy mash, buttered carrots, pak choi with garlic, ginger and soy Apple-on-the-bottom crème brulee; lemon shortbread Coffee, Petits fours

Typical Vegetarian Summer Menu Canapés - Minted broad bean hummus with fresh goats cheese, olive oil and flat breads Slow cooked courgettes with mint and dill on grilled sourdough Beetroot and creamed blue vinny on crostini Garden crudités, garlic mayo Warm salad of roast tomatoes, basil, fennel, bread, herbs and flowers Early summer garden soup, freshly baked breads Nettle, rosemary and sheep’s cheese pie, caramelised onion, parsley and new potato salad Meringue, summer fruits and whipped organic cream Coffee, Petits fours

Please note: Hugh does not attend Friday Nights

Location: This event is held at River Cottage H.Q on the Dorset/Devon borders. Full address details of H.Q. will be provided once you have booked.

Wine/drink: We are a licensed venue. We also have a Bring Your Own policy and we do not charge corkage. We have a wide selection of the finest organic wines. We will be serving organic cordial and iced water from our own well.

Accommodation: If you need local accommodation, click here for a list of hotels and bed & breakfasts, recommended to us by our customers. We don?t have camping facilities but for information on local campsites and self catering accommodation, call the Lyme Regis Tourist Information Office on 012.... They will be very happy to help.

Age: The minimum age on this event is 10yrs of age. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. We put these guidelines for the safety, comfort and enjoyment of all our guests.

Time: 7.30pm to 10.45pm.

If you would like to book a group of 10 or more on this event please call us on 012..., before you book, so that we can make sure we can accomodate you.

If you would like to enjoy River Cottage HQ in a more private setting our beautiful 17th Century farmhouse is the perfect space. Give our events team a call on 012..., or send an email to events@rivercottage.net for more information, including a telephone number so we can get straight back to you. Please note that there is minimum cost for booking the farmhouse and a booking fee applies.