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Friday, September 20, 2024 Gilpin Hotel England unveils innovative dining with tailor-made tasting menus and authentic sushi, offering guests a sensational and unparalleled culinary experience. England’s Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, renowned for its two exceptional restaurants—the Michelin-starred SOURCE and the pan-Asian inspired Gilpin Spice—has introduced three exciting new dining experiences. Guests can now enjoy a customizable evening tasting menu and a new lunch offering at SOURCE, along with an authentic sushi menu at Gilpin Spice.

As a premier foodie destination in the Lake District, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House continues to evolve its menus, always prioritizing the guest experience. The latest additions are no exception, offering innovative and guest-focused culinary experiences. With a commitment to using the finest seasonal ingredients and supporting local producers, both restaurants maintain a dynamic and flavorful approach to dining.



SOURCE, a Michelin-starred restaurant under the leadership of Executive Chef Ollie Bridgwater, formerly of Heston Blumenthal’s renowned Fat Duck, offers an exquisite fine dining experience. The restaurant emphasizes sustainability, seasonality, and precision, creating a memorable culinary adventure with top-tier service. In August, SOURCE introduced a new flexible tasting menu, offering both longer and shorter experiences where diners can customize their own selections.

Guests now have the freedom to choose their starter, main course, and dessert, tailoring their tasting journey to their preferences. Sample Dishes Include: These dishes are accompanied by a variety of appetisers and snacks for a complete dining experience. The new lunch tasting menu at SOURCE is available on Fridays and Saturdays, offering a delightful midday culinary journey.

Priced at £75 per person, guests can indulge in creative dishes such as Raw Orkney Scallop with Oyster Cream and Chilled Herb Gazpacho, or Gaythorne Farm Pork Loin with Apple, Hispi Cabbage, and Mustard. For dessert, highlights include Manjari Chocolate, Hazelnut, Cherry, and PX, all served alongside tantalizing snacks. Gilpin Spice, a popular destination for its lively atmosphere and pan-Asian cuisine, now offers a fresh sushi menu for the first time.

Guests can enjoy a selection of authentic nigiri, sashimi, maki, and chef specials, bringing an exciting new dimension to the restaurant’s offerings. Known for its small plates and sharing dishes inspired by countries along the spice trail—from the Philippines to Japan—Gilpin Spice continues to impress diners with its flavorful, globally inspired cuisine..

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