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The Swan At Whittington A good pub with great food…
I always think it is refreshing to find a place that does exactly what it says it does, this is definitely the case with The Swan in Whittington. Part of the locally renowned Scoff & Quaff group, these fantastic eateries advertise themselves as Pubs with Food – I would go one further than that and say Good Pubs with Great Food.
The menu is exciting and varied offering something for everyone, from great pub classics to culinary British dishes with a modern influence, guaranteed to deliver a quality dining experience. Attention to detail is the key at all the group’s establishments, the bright fresh interiors offer a relaxed, comfortable and fresh dining experience plus great outdoor facilities for those who love alfresco dining in the summer.
On the menu expect to see great pub classics such as Homemade Pie of the Day, Fish ‘n’ Chips and the ever popular Swanny Burger, served with their fantastic triple cooked chunky chips or mash. You could also sample the grill section, offering prime 21-day-aged locally sourced English Beef, chargrilled to perfection and served with vine tomatoes and field mushrooms or the Swan’s signature dishes including the King Fillet – medallions of fillet steak flamed in brandy and served with delicious King Prawns. Still not quite what you fancy? Then try the daily specials taking in the best of seasonal regional produce offering such delights as Trio of Game, Whole Grilled Plaice and Fillets of Seabass – there really is something for everyone. For those on a diet there are some fabulous salads and lighter bites plus sharing plates and a great selection of starters.
Dining with friends, we each chose different dishes to get a feel for the menu and none of us were disappointed. For starters, The Sticky Duck Salad served with beansprouts, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots and a mango and chilli salsa proved to be everyone’s favourite, so fresh and flavoursome, also great as a main course. The Battered Goujons of Haddock are
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not to be mistaken for the poor offerings you get from the local supermarket, these tasty chunks of fresh white fish in the lightest of batter will not fail to impress, as will the Pan Seared Scallops from the specials menu, on this occasion served with sautéed chestnut mushrooms and spinach.
Our main courses included another of the Swan’s signature dishes, the Swan Special, a prime fillet steak stuffed with Stilton and wrapped in bacon, served with a gorgeous wild mushroom and Madeira sauce and accompanied by Swan potatoes, a dish not to be missed! We also loved The Malaysian Curry, a smooth, creamy chicken curry served with coconut rice and poppadom – delicious and also available with vegetables or fish instead of chicken if preferred.
From the specials we decided on Fillet of Seabass, which I will simply describe as ‘perfect’. Set on a chive, parsley and tarragon risotto with cherry tomatoes and truffle oil,
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