FOOD EDITION
Global accolade for Midsummer House
Midsummer House has once again taken its place among the global top 500 finest restaurants in the prestigious La Liste 1000, an algorithm-based ranking that aggregates thousands of reviews, guidebooks and trusted culinary publications. With an impressive score of 92, the two-Michelin-star restaurant continues to reinforce its reputation as a beacon of excellence in modern British gastronomy. Nestled beside the River Cam and set within an elegant Victorian villa on Midsummer Common, the restaurant is led by chef- patron Daniel Clifford, whose visionary approach to seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine has earned Midsummer House a loyal following both locally and internationally.
CELEBRATE BURNS NIGHT AT THE PHEASANT
With hearty dishes, friendly company and a wee dram on the house, Burns Night at The Pheasant in Great Chishill is an annual highlight in the south Cambs diary. A favourite evening of Nutwood’s executive head chef, David Kerr brings his own heritage into the kitchen this year with his legendary neeps and tatties, haggis and Scotch broth. Bringing the spirit of Burns Night to life with warmth, tradition and plenty of character, the sound of live bagpipe music heralds
the ceremonial Address to a Haggis , delivered with theatrical enthusiasm! And throughout the evening, the atmosphere is enriched by lively renditions of Robert Burns’s poetry and rounds of enthusiastic toasts. Taking place on 23 January, book your table at pheasantgc.com
HILTON TRIUMPHS AT CAMBRIDGE BID AWARDS
Hilton Cambridge City Centre is celebrating a double victory at the 2025 Cambridge BID Mystery Shop Awards. It won top honours for best overall customer experience in the restaurant or bar category for its Bull & Bass Restaurant, as well as the special recognition accessibility award for the hotel’s inclusive and high- quality guest experience. “We’re incredibly proud of this recognition from Cambridge BID,” said Richard Finn, the general manager at Hilton Cambridge City Centre. “These awards reflect our talented team’s passion and dedication to creating memorable experiences for every guest – whether
Stir partners with parenting platform
Members of Mama’s Little Black Book can enjoy an exclusive 10% discount in all Stir Cambridge locations, such as Chesterton, Cherry Hinton, Histon and Stir at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, as part of a new partnership launched for Baby Week UK. Mama’s Little Black Book is a fast-growing community supporting families across Cambridge, Royston and surrounding areas, built on the belief that it takes a village to raise a child. It helps parents find trusted local experts, provides access to discounted and free activities for children and hosts regular in-person meet-ups. For the partnership, Stir is expanding its support by hand-delivering lunches and soft drinks to the maternity specialist Rosie Hospital, making it easy for new parents, visitors and staff to enjoy freshly made food without leaving the ward.
that’s a warm welcome, an outstanding meal or thoughtful accessibility that ensures everyone feels at home. It’s a true team achievement and reinforces Hilton’s promise to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.”
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