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Fine Dining club

Welcome to Cumbria On A Plate's Fine Dining Club.
Annette Gibbons first started a Dining Club for Cumbria in 1997. The Club is an excellent way to dine out on Cumbria's finest food, learn more about the ingredients and wine from expert speakers and to meet new friends.

You can enjoy an exclusive menu with accompanying wines organised by Annette at a special price for Club members. Experienced chefs devise these seasonal menus using delicious ingredients bought from Cumbrian farms and producers close by. Annette talks about the dishes chosen and a wine expert tutors the wine tasting. Accommodation is provided at most venues.

Annual membership is just £25 per person. The Fine Dining Club is administered by Irene Moralee who will give you full details and organise your booking. Ring her on 07835 951 534 or email finediningirene@hotmail.com to request a membership applicaton form.

We now have a full year of exciting venues for you to choose where to dine, knowing that the menu has been especially created with matching wines.

Dates include a trip across the Border to Scotland and two opportunities to experience life in Normandy, France.

September 8^th and 22^nd at The Cottage in the Wood, Whinlatter

September 24^th to 1^st October – French Foray to Normandy. Please note this is now FULL.

October 6^th at The Westmorland Hotel, Tebay.

December 8th & 18th at Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel.

Horseshoe Inn, Eddleston
Two groups took the scenic drive in spring sunshine to our Scottish event this year and are shown here about to tuck into the exquisite pudding that French chef Patrick Bardoulet created especially for us. Read More
Holbeck Ghyll
Last night's fine dining at Holbeck Ghyll was enjoyed by a small selective group of Cumbrian Foodies. The food and wine matching lived up to our expectations. David McLaughlin and his team excelled in balancing a menu that was lively, fresh; had plenty of texture and flavour contrast and looked beautiful. Next dinner is February 17th with Cumbria On A Plate - same menu, same wines - I can't wait to sample it all again.! Read More
Thursday 30th September Dryburgh Abbey Hotel, Melrose, Scottish Borders.
Here are a few photos of our second visit in 2010 to the glorious Dryburgh Abbey hotel on the banks of the River Tweed. Read More
Normandy, France.
A small exclusive foodie foray to Normandy in October enjoyed great markets, shopping, dining out, dining in, a chateau and sunny weather. A few photos to show off some of our delights ........... Dates for 2011 will be posted soon. Read More
Tuesdays 7th and 14th Sunday 19th December Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel.
Our wonderful end of year dining celebration at another Cumbrian Michelin starred hotel restaurant. Read More