Auberge du Lac
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"Beautiful setting for enjoying accomplished cuisine."
Overview
In Brocket Hall’s former hunting lodge, the Auberge takes its name from its lakeside setting overlooking the neoclassical Hall itself. The view alone might well prompt a daytime visit for a modern British lunch, maybe with ingredients foraged by the kitchen team on the magnificent 543-acre estate. A typical meal may start with charcoal pasta ravioli with shellfish mousse, Cornish crab, tarragon and sauce Americane, then continue with Norfolk chicken breast and stuffed leg with parsnip, pickled walnut, cabbage fondue and cream chicken jus. If there’s room, finish with a blueberry soufflé with vanilla ice cream.
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Ratings & awards
3 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
Our inspector loves...
Grand setting - A destination restaurant within the Brocket Hall Estate.
Lakeside location - Situated within the former hunting lodge with lovely views.
Polished service - From the friendly and attentive team.
Range of menus - Lunch, a la carte and tasting menus all feature.
Creative cooking - Using high quality ingredients, some from their own garden.
Features
- Facilities
- Private dining available
- On-site parking available
- Food and Drink
- Wines under £30: 4
- Wines over £30: 240
Location
Brocket Hall Estate, Brocket Road, WELWYN, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL8 7XG
About the area
As Hertfordshire is so close to London, many of its towns have become commuter havens. St Albans, less than 19 miles (30km) from the capital, has retained its distinctive character, along with many historic remains
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