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Carden Park Hotel in Cheshire has revealed its gourmet restaurant, The Vines at Carden, has achieved 3 Rosettes at the AA Hospitality Awards 2024.
Only one of four within the Cheshire region to receive the accolade, The Vines is within the top 10% of venues in the national AA Restaurant Guide.
The rating recognises restaurants that achieve exceptional culinary standards. The award also takes into account intuitive service and a well-chosen wine list. To be awarded three Rosettes, a restaurant must achieve “culinary standards that demand national recognition well beyond their local area.
The AA’s inspector said of The Vines: “Subtle shades of cream and warm whites, discreet lighting and well-spaced, linen-clothed tables make for an elegant setting to enjoy the finely tuned contemporary dishes. The wine list includes bottles from their own vineyard.”
The AA inspector was additionally impressed with the surroundings, describing Carden Park golf and spa hotel as “sumptuous”, and the surrounding area as “pretty”.
Director and general manager Hamish Ferguson said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have been awarded this prestigious accolade, and proud to be within the 10% of restaurants/hotels within the AA Restaurant Guide that have 3 Rosettes and above. This outstanding rating is a testament to our incredibly talented chefs and restaurant employees.”
Executive chef Graham Tinsley MBE added: “I’m really proud of our team at The Vines. Having only been open for three years, this is a great achievement, and we look forward to continuing to make delicious, seasonal menus that celebrate the locality.”
