SAVOUR & SIP
September specials
BESPOKE BRUNCH Tuck into delicious food at The Orator, accompanied by mellow pop, modern jazz and foot-tapping funk from Bespoke Party Bands! Brunches run Sundays from 10.30am to 4pm. theoratorcambridge.co.uk
A FLAM-CUSHY ARRANGEMENT
Amélie announces residency at Cambridge Cookery School Having established itself as a firm favourite for a light bite in the Grafton, Amélie is taking its signature flam-kuche to another part of town, with a residency at the Cambridge Cookery School cafe. “I’ve always admired Cambridge Cookery School,” says co-founder Alex Crepy. “It’s a beautiful building with a lovely terrace, catering to a completely different market to the Grafton. Not only does it allow us to expand our business, but also see if flam-kuche is popular outside the city centre.” Alex and his father Regis first discovered flam-kuche en route to Alex’s university in Switzerland, where he studied hospitality management. Stopping for lunch in Alsace, they soon discovered a local delicacy – a light, crunchy flatbread, layered with fresh ingredients full of flavour. “We realised it was missing in the UK, and set up Amélie to introduce flam-kuche to as many people as possible,” Alex explains. “In England, food quickly becomes mass-produced, losing its quality if repeated over and over again. We want to change that, offering something that’s light, delicate and maintains excellence over time.” The cafe at Cambridge Cookery School provides an ideal platform for sharing this lesser-known cuisine with new audiences. Amélie will add to the existing menu, bringing its signature flatbreads alongside delicious quiches and salads inspired by Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours. For brunch, there’s shakshuka, poached eggs on homemade brioche with bacon, smoked salmon or mushrooms – and all the usual viennoiserie. Plus, find a few extra treats from Alex’s dad – an avid baker – such as strawberry tartlets made with almond pastry and tarte au citron. Bon appétit!
A PLACE IN THE SUN Nestled in a quaint Tudor building in St Ives, The River Terrace is a gorgeous eatery. Small plates and cocktails are on offer on 9-10 and 23-24 September from 5.30pm. Walk-ins are welcome, but booking is encouraged. Head to riverterracecafe.co.uk
THE WINE MERCHANT OF OZ PICK OF THE BUNCH
Cambridge Wine Merchants has a bunch of events this month, starting with a masterclass at Bridge Street by d’Arenberg’s Chester Osborn. On 6 September, sit back with some of Australia’s most revered vintages and listen to a legend. An Argentinian tasting follows at Cherry Hinton Road on 14 September, showcasing the fine Hispamerchants range. At the same venue on 27 September, sample Nyetimber’s world-class English sparkling wines. Tickets range from £30 to £35. For £80, enjoy a three-course meal and five wines at The Senate on 21 September. Booking enquiries accepted via email.
OLÉ OR NOTHING The Tickell Arms promises a night of fiesta and no siesta on 23 September, with a Spanish menu and live flamenco. Book online at cambscuisine.co.uk
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