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EATING OUT WALES


The Star Inn, Llansoy


Since opening The Star Inn two years ago, landlord John, head chef Matt and their dedicated team of staff have fi rmly earned the Inn a reputation as one of the best places in South Wales to enjoy a superb home cooked meal and great tasting real ales.


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heir hard work and determination has won them numerous awards, including


the CAMRA award for best country pub of the year two years in a row, plus the V Award for Best New Restaurant and Chef of the Year. Landlord John is a firm believer


in supporting local traders and has the popular Cwtch real ale constantly on tap at The Star Inn as well as many others. Cwtch is supplied by the Tiny Rebel Brewery, based in Newport. Head chef Matt also sources


high quality ingredients and produce from local suppliers from Monmouthshire and the surrounding area, with fresh fish, meats and vegetables delivered on a daily basis.


Matt’s new gastro approach


to the Summer menu has elet customers raving about how good it is, his use of fresh seasonal produce combined with his expert cooking skills are definitely worth the trip


out to this award-winning pub and restaurant. Enjoy a fantastic cooked meal


and a refreshing drink in the luscious beer garden this summer, with breathtaking panoramic views and loads of things to keep the children happy, including climbing frame, swings, slides and outdoor bouncy castle, The Star Inn makes for the perfect family dining experience. This great pub and restaurant is


located just a short drive from Usk’s town centre at Llanfihangel-Tor-y- Mynydd, Monmouthshire, NP 15 1DT.


To make a table reservation


call on 01291 650256. For more information visit www.thestarinn. org.uk, you can also follow The Star Inn on Twitter and Facebook.


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ou can take advantage of the spectacular two can dine for £10.99 offer, which


is available all day Monday to Thursday and on a Friday until 5pm. The new summer menu features


a wider range of tantalising fresh salads and pasta, rice and vegetarian options, including The Darran’s ploughman’s lunch, stilton and mushroom salad, vegetarian bean chilli, and creamy garlic chicken and bacon tagliatelle with parmesan, all of which are on the two can dine for £10.99 deal. Manager Nate said: “We’ve got


some great new dishes on the menu, with a lot more healthy options to choose from, which feature the finest locally sourced seasonal fruit and vegetables around.” Why not enjoy one of the


delicious burgers outside in the glorious summer sunshine? The Darran has a new 6oz gourmet Welsh steak burger which is great with a glass of Brains bitter.


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The Darran Inn at Risca is a great family- friendly pub, which serves delicious pub grub meals at unbelievable prices.


There are also chicken burgers


and vegetarian spicy lentil and spinach burgers on the menu, all three of these great tasting burgers are also on the two can dine for £10.99 meal deal. Pop in this summer for a


fantastic meal at The Darran, where you can sit in comfort in the bar and restaurant or dine alfresco and watch the world go by. Don’t forget there’s also 25%


off grills on Tuesdays from 6pm onwards, which not only includes a wide variety of steaks but also chicken, fish and pork dishes. To book a table at The Darran


call 01633 612414. The Darran can be found on St Mary Street, Risca, Newport, NP11 6GU. You can also view other great


menu offers at and check what events are happening at www. brainsoffers.com. You can follow The Darran on Twitter at www.twitter.com/darranrisca.


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