Looking forward

We had a great night last night catering for a gala dinner at the Sunley Management Centre. Everything went smoothly and the guests all had a great time. Speaking afterwards, Adam said "It went exceptionally well. We had a great response to and interest in our local ingredients."

Potted trout ready to serve.

The chefs served up some absolutely beautiful food. They started with potted Northamptonshire trout before moving on to roasted Newnham venison loin with crisp bacon hash. For dessert they were served chocolate and banana pudding with a white chocolate ice cream. Handmade truffles were served with the coffee.

Adam was also invited to speak after the meal and it was with passion that he told the guests about his vision for Northamptonshire's food.

"I truly believe in this county," he said, speaking of his plans to come back to the county permanently, which he called his "dream". He spoke about the quality of Northamptonshire's produce and his determination to see it recognised in the way it deserves.

He also spoke about our cookery school and his hopes for involvement with local schools, to get kids interested in what they are eating and what they should be eating.

With work on the school due to start very soon, that vision suddenly looks a lot closer to coming true.

Adam and Anthony put the finishing touches to the main course.