Let’s lift the spirits in Dry January
It’s gloomy and cold outside, and we all agree we need something to lift our spirits this January. So, let’s celebrate the fantastic Cambridge food scene. There is so much going on this month, not just Burn’s night!
Here are our favourites to kick-start 2025!
Bottomless Brunch at Amelie at Ben’s Yard
We know January can feel a little gloomy, but we’ve got just the thing to brighten your mornings! Join us every day from 9am to 11:30am for bottomless bubbles with breakfast. Simply book your table, order from our menu, and enjoy unlimited sparkling French wine—or turn it into a mimosa with a splash of orange juice!
Lunch time offer at the Fellows House
Two courses and unlimited refreshments of drinks both hot and cold, with an endless dessert buffet.
Available every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at the hotel’s flagship restaurant, The Folio Bar and Kitchen.The hassle of parking is sorted by us, The Folio Bar and Kitchen, so you can attend worry-free and enjoy your lunch. We offer you our safe, secure and spacious underground parking area at the Fellows House. The parking is free of charge for individuals up to 2 hours coming for this fantastic lunch on the weekdays.
Exploring Dryness in Wines
Instead of Dry January, we propose a tasting of wines that explore the concept of dryness in wine. While a wine is dry when it contains minimal sugar, it doesn’t always taste dry. You’re more likely to think a wine is sweet when there is abundant fruit, honey, caramel, and other aromas which you would normally associate with a sweet taste – a phenomenon I call associative sweetness.
Italian pop up in Chesterton
Delicious handmade Artisan pasta in Chesterton. Chiara and Sasha from Mulino, are popping up at Barbarella in Chesterton serving hand-made pasta and creating Italian food.
Their Italian pop-up restaurant runs at Barbarella café every Friday between 6pm to 9pm.
Here, you can find traditional dishes with a focus on fresh pasta.
Winter Tours are now available!
Join a tour of one of the local sparkling wine vineyards in Saffron Walden.
On a Saffron Grange guided tour, you will begin by wandering around our beautiful vineyard and learning all about what it takes to produce exceptional quality grapes. Next, sit back and sample the fruits of our labour in an educational but informal sparkling wine tasting, finishing the experience with optional, delicious grazing boards to complement and enhance our wines. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or have never visited a vineyard before, our friendly and knowledgeable team will guide you through the process and answer any questions you have along the way.
Sharing their passion for Italian Cuisine
Elisa (@myfoodiedays) and Antonia (@BotanicalFoodLab) are pleased to introduce their collaboration on their first Supper Club. Both Italians want to share their passion for their cuisine through a new supper club!
Join us at @northstowetapandsocial on Thursday 23rd January from 7 pm for an evening spent indulging in a delicious five-course plant-based menu curated by me and Elisa, paired with Northstowe wine and alchol free drinks (drinks not included).
This unique gathering will not only feature exquisite dishes but also create an inviting atmosphere perfect for food enthusiasts.
Tickets are £50pp.
Explore wines from the Mediterranean Islands
Join Lavi as we explore wines from the Mediterranean Islands. We will be transported to sunnier climes via the power of wine and the best that these islands have to offer.
Each tasting includes light bar snacks, but the star of the show is the wine. Please stay for dinner afterwards to explore our full food and wine offerings.
Try January with Bertie Blaze
We welcome Norfolk-based wine expert and drinks writer Bert Blaize to host a wine tasting ‘Try January’ in our library on Thursday 16th January, 6pm. We invite you to begin the new year trying something new and discover your new favourite wine with lesser known grapes, countries and regions. Whether you’re new to wine or a seasoned enthusiast, Bert Blaize will guide you through these unique wines, paired with a menu curated by chef Lee Clarke, encouraging you to try new styles, varietals, and pairings you might not have considered before. Ticket includes four wines and four pairings.
5 course Dinner Supper Club at the Wine Rooms
We are excited to welcome back Organic Gardens superb pop up coming to The Wine Rooms on Thursday January 16th.
Organic Garden champions only the best organic produce in gastronomy. A family team with over 20 years of experience in hospitality, including super yachts and Michelin starred restaurants, this promises a night of incredible casual fine dining using only the best local organic produce.
January Wine Tasting at Gutter & Stars
Join us Cambridge’s first and only winery for an exciting dive into the wines of Gutter&Stars. You’ll taste five wines from the range, including wines from the 2022, 2023 and 2024 vintages.
Winemaker Chris Wilson will lead you through these wines explaining how they were made and what inspired the original artwork for each bottle. This truly unique tasting experience is a stand-up/perch-on-barrel tasting in the winery among the tanks and barrels.
Fin Boys Bistro Night
The second in our Monday Fish Club nights, and we’re going back to our roots with a French Bistro night! Come along to No.2 and you’ll be treated to 5 spectacular courses, including Rabbit Pate with Tarragon, Shallots & Celeriac Remoulade, and Coq Au Vin with Potato Puree – of course with a stunning selection of French wines to add on. Make it a date night or festive get-together, but be quick to secure your place!
Saffron Grange Sparkling Wine tasting in Cambridge
We are honoured to have Saffron Grange hosting a tasting at The Wine Rooms. Join us as we taste through the range and learn about these great sparkling wines from Essex. Located only 14 miles from the Wine Rooms, these are some of the most popular wines we sell.
Each tasting includes light bar snacks, but the star of the show is the wine. Please stay for dinner afterwards to explore our full range of food and wine offerings.
Nyetimber Dinner
We exclusively invite you to a special 5-course dinner in Parker’s Tavern with ‘Best of British’ English sparkling wine producers, Nyetimber.
We exclusively invite you to a special 5-course dinner in Parker’s Tavern with ‘Best of British’ English sparkling wine producers, Nyetimber. Hosted by Nyetimber, they will guide attendees through a selection of their English sparkling wines, which will be expertly paired with British classics selected by our Executive chef, Lee Clarke, for a truly memorable dining experience.
Burns Night in Cambridge
Burns Night is upon us again, and it is time to enjoy Scottish traditions. Join local Cambridge indies to raise a toast to the immortal words of Burns.
Here is the ultimate guide to Burns Night celebrations in Cambridge.
Gerla
