Aberdovey Food Festival with Carl Cleghorn

Location – Aberdovey, Sunday 18th August.

Ourselves and chef Carl Cleghorn will be heading to Aberdovey food festival this August to bring Wales a taste of Sauce! Carl has been trialling some amazing street food dishes and we can’t wait to share it with you all. The Festival will feature cookery demonstrations by leading local chefs as well as the opportunity to sample and purchase a wide range of amazing local Welsh produce. Chefs and suppliers will be putting on demonstrations throughout the day, including wine tasting & cocktail classes and the festival will be free of charge and will be open from 10:30am- 4:30pm!

We hope to see some familiar faces in Aberdovey!

Carl grew up in Cardiff south Wales, where at the age of 16 he took his first job in a professional kitchen. From there his love & passion grew for food. In 2013 carl moved to Bath to work alongside his Brother Chris Cleghorn at the Queensberry Hotel & Olive tree 1 Michelin star 3 rosettes.

Over the next few years his passion and drive for fine dining came alight and he knew what he wanted to achieve within his career. From Bath he moved to Wiltshire to work as head chef for Richard Davies in Castle Combe 5star 1 Michelin star 3 rosette. In 2020 Carl then took over as executive chef at Thornbury Castle in Bristol. Where his passion and drive were rewarded by achieving 3 AA rosettes putting the property on the culinary map. As well he played a key role in becoming a member of Relais & chateaux in 2021.

Carl’s Flat bread Menu

Slow Cooked Brisket, charcoal mayonnaise, siracha, pickled carrot, sesame, spring onion, coriander

Spiced butternut squash, Miso Mayonnaise, siracha, pickled carrot, sesame, spring onion, coriander

Location – Thyme Kitchen WS13 8ES | Friday 13th, Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th January

This is an independently run event and is not associated with, or endorsed by MasterChef, Shine TV or the BBC.

We are hosting two very special evenings with Nikita Pathakji, Charlie Jeffreys and Sagar Massey. Enjoy a beautiful 6 course meal along with the chance to meet the chefs and get the inside scoop from their incredible journeys. Join us on either the 13th or 14th of January to be one of the very first to try their dishes inspired by their time on MasterChef: The Professionals 2022. 

 Chef Nikita grew up in Derby before moving to London to pursue her dreams of becoming a chef. Nikita worked in various different restaurants all around London, until she joined W8 where she worked up to Junior Sous Chef, and entered and won MasterChef: The Professionals. Nikita is classically trained with a love for Asian flavours, during her time on the show she combined the two to create some absolutely incredible dishes.

Chef Charlie Jeffreys, originally from Dorset now works as Chef De Partie at the 3 Michelin Star restaurant, Alain Ducasse At The Dorchester, a restaurant focusing on refined French cuisine. Charlie knew he wanted to be a chef from a very young age before securing an apprenticeship in London, which would turn out to be the start of his amazing career. A large part of Charlie’s inspiration for his food comes from a love for his home town Dorset.

Chef Sagar was born in Bulandshahr before moving to Glasgow, Scotland. Sagar became a chef by attending Cooking school, before beginning his career working at Martin Wisharts Loch Lomond and various other restaurants before joining the team at Marine & Lawn Hotel in Troon, where he currently works as Senior Sous. Sagar’s role models are his Mom and Dad who both introduced him to cooking, which is where Sagar found his love for Indian cuisine. He used these flavours along with his cheffing skills to wow the judges during the show.

Please state all allergies and dietaries at the time of booking to ensure all requirements can be catered for. 

£160pp

Please note due to the nature of these events, we cannot refund any cancellations. If we are able to resell your tickets, we will give you a full refund or credit you for an event at a later date. Please read full T&C’s.

Due to the popularity of these events- smaller parties may be seated on a larger table with another small party. For example, 2 tables of 2 may be seater on a larger table together. 

Menu

Raj kachori, tamarind, potato chaat, mint, green chilli

Lobster tortellini with a laksa sauce, herb salad, crispy vermicelli

Seared halibut, roasted salsify, razor clams, samphire

Sichuan style pork cheeks, choi sum, pickled cucumber, shoestring potatoes, pork and carnage bao bun

Yorkshire rhubarb, sweet yoghurt, white chocolate 

All about lemon, lemon tart, frangipane, lemon balm, finger limes, citrus meringue

Disclaimer- Menu subject to change, depending on availability & suppliers 

SOLD OUT- LIMITED AVAILABILITY ON SATURDAY 18TH AVAILABLE

Location – Thyme Kitchen WS13 8ES | Friday 17th February

Join us on February 17th for a night of fantastic food with James Toth- Tom Brown’s right hand man! You probably recognise James for being the head chef of Tom Brown’s Cornerstone Hackney, or perhaps from his time at the Cross at Kenilworth. But one thing we all know for sure is that his food is incredible! Classically trained James is known for his modern British cooking style, incredible flavours and beautiful seafood dishes with “no frills or p**sing about”. We cannot wait for you try his cooking for yourselves, with us at Thyme Kitchen, Lichfield!

Menu-

Breid Sourdough, Crab, Red Miso

Carlingford Oyster, Aguachile, Avocado, Coriander

Cured Gurnard, Onion Dashi, Black Olive, Anchovy, Green Chilli

Roast Pollock, Sausage & Sage Stuffing, Parsnip, Chicken Jus

Lincolnshire Poacher, Crumpet, Beetroot, Walnut

Yorkshire Forced Rhubarb, Citrus Sponge, Baked Cream

Vegetarian Menu-

Breid Sourdough, Red Miso, Cold Press Rapeseed 

Mooli, Aguachile, Avocado, Coriander

Kohlrabi, Onion Dashi, Black Olives, Green Chilli

Roast Celeriac, Parsnip, Peanut, Massaman

Lincolnshire Poacher, Crumpet, Beetroot, Walnut

Yorkshire Forced Rhubarb, Citrus Spong, Baked Cream

£87pp

Please state all allergies and dietaries at the time of booking to ensure all requirements can be catered for. 

Please note due to the nature of these events, we cannot refund any cancellations. If we are able to resell your tickets, we will be more than happy to refund or credit you for an event at a later date. 

Location – Thyme Kitchen WS13 8ES | Saturday 18th February

Join us on February 18th for a night of fantastic food with James Toth- Tom Brown’s right hand man! You probably recognise James for being the head chef of Tom Brown’s Cornerstone Hackney, or perhaps from his time at the Cross at Kenilworth. But one thing we all know for sure is that his food is incredible! Classically trained James is known for his modern British cooking style, incredible flavours and beautiful seafood dishes with “no frills or p**sing about”. We cannot wait for you try his cooking for yourselves, with us at Thyme Kitchen, Lichfield!

Menu-

Breid Sourdough, Crab, Red Miso

Carlingford Oyster, Aguachile, Avocado, Coriander

Cured Gurnard, Onion Dashi, Black Olive, Anchovy, Green Chilli

Roast Pollock, Sausage & Sage Stuffing, Parsnip, Chicken Jus

Lincolnshire Poacher, Crumpet, Beetroot, Walnut

Yorkshire Forced Rhubarb, Citrus Sponge, Baked Cream

Vegetarian Menu-

Breid Sourdough, Red Miso, Cold Press Rapeseed  

Mooli, Aguachile, Avocado, Coriander 

Kohlrabi, Onion Dashi, Black Olives, Green Chilli

Roast Celeriac, Parsnip, Peanut, Massaman 

Lincolnshire Poacher, Crumpet, Beetroot, Walnut

Yorkshire Forced Rhubarb, Citrus Spong, Baked Cream

£87pp

Please state all allergies and dietaries at the time of booking to ensure all requirements can be catered for. 

Please note due to the nature of these events, we cannot refund any cancellations. If we are able to resell your tickets, we will be more than happy to refund or credit you for an event at a later date. 

Location – Thyme Kitchen WS13 8ES | Friday 24th Feb

All of your favourite Spanish small plates which can be enjoyed over a glass of sangria or two! 

£26pp Set menu accompanied by a complimentary glass of sangria on arrival!

Menu

Menu may be subject to slight change.

Location – Thyme Kitchen WS13 8ES | Friday 2nd Aug 

Tapas Night! 

Join us here at Thyme Kitchen on Friday 2nd August, for a fabulous Spanish inspired evening. With Sangria, all your favourite Spanish small plates & hopefully some sun, we will transport you to sunny Spain for the evening! 

Sample Menu- subject to slight change 

Welcome drink- Beer or Sangria 

Bread, oils & olives

Patatas Bravas 

Pil Pil Prawns

Mixed salad 

Spanish tortilla

Smokey Beef Albondigas 

Padron peppers 

Churros

£28pp

Vegetarian Menu 

Welcome drink- Beer or Sangria

Bread, oils & olives

Patatas Bravas 

Toasted asparagus & Manchego cheese 

Mixed salad 

Spanish tortilla 

Cheese croquettes & chilli jam 

Padron peppers 

Churros

£28pp

Please state all allergies and dietaries at the time of booking to ensure everything is suitable to enjoy on the evening.

Location – Proper Gander Restaurant, Tywyn, Wales | Friday 13th September

DINNER WITH CHEF CARL CLEGHORN

Head Chef & Owner of Thyme, Carl Cleghorn is joining us at Proper Gander to cook a beautiful tasting menu on Friday the 13th September.

Carl is an acclaimed chef renowned for his exceptional culinary skills and innovative approach to modern cuisine. Previously holding three AA rosettes at a luxury 4 red star hotel in Bristol, Chef Cleghorn has established himself as a leading figure in the culinary world. His dedication and talent were further recognized when he became a semi-finalist in the National Chef of the Year competition.

With an impressive career, Carl has served as head chef in multiple Michelin-starred kitchens across the Southwest including Manor house in castle combe and Olive tree in Bath working alongside some of the uk leading chefs, where he honed his craft and developed a profound appreciation for fine dining. His journey in the culinary world has now led him to launch his own venture, Tyme Restaurant by Carl Cleghorn, where he continues to delight patrons with his exquisite dishes.

Menu

Crab Dauphiné – Cayenne | Shellfish Mayonnaise

Perl Las Mousse – Shortbread | Pickled Walnut Ketchup

Pembrokeshire Potato – Leek | Chive | Caviar

Rye & Treacle Roll • Onion Butter

Ravioli – Salmon | Crevette | Shellfish Bisque | Chervil

Venison – Celeriac | Elderberry | Truffle

Raspberry – Peach | Almond | White Chocolate

Miso Fudge & Maldon Sea Salt

Passion Fruit Pate De Fruit

£72

Vegetarian Menu 

Potato Dauphine – Black Garlic | Balsamic

Perl Las Mousse – Shortbread | Pickled Walnut Ketchup

Pembrokeshire Potato – Leek | Chive

Rye & Treacle Roll • Onion Butter

Ravioli – Ricotta | Spiced Butternut Squash | Chervil

Salt Baked Celeriac – Apple | Elderberry | Truffle

Raspberry – Peach | Almond | White Chocolate

Miso Fudge & Maldon Sea Salt

Passion Fruit Pate De Fruit

£72

Pescatarian Menu 

Crab Dauphiné – Cayenne | Shellfish Mayonnaise

Perl Las Mousse – Shortbread | Pickled Walnut Ketchup

Pembrokeshire Potato – Leek | Chive | Caviar

Rye & Treacle Roll • Onion Butter

Ravioli – Salmon | Crevette | Shellfish Bisque | Chervil

Salt Baked Celeriac – Apple | Elderberry | Truffle

Raspberry – Peach | Almond | White Chocolate

Miso Fudge & Maldon Sea Salt

Passion Fruit Pate De Fruit

£72

Please state ALL allergies and dietaries at the time of booking to ensure all requirements can be catered for- we will not be able to cater to any last minute dietaries!

When booking, please note seating time is the time in which the meal will commence, you are more than welcome to arrive earlier for drinks, but the timing of food will remain the same, if you are running late for the 6:30pm sitting, you may be moved to the 8pm.

Please note due to the nature of these events, we cannot refund any cancellations. If we are able to resell your tickets, we will be more than happy to refund or credit you for an event at a later date.