A trio of moors eateries within easy reach of Teesside have made into the 2022 Michelin Guide.
The list of new additions to the famous foodie bible has just been revealed and it includes restaurants and bistros in Castleton, a 15 minute drive from Guisborough; the North Yorkshire village of Goathland not far from Whitby and the pretty village of Helmsley, around a 30 minute drive from Stokesley.
All three came in for praise for their appeal to diners, commitment to local produce and in one case, the views they offer to diners asking for a table at the back of the restaurant. Michelin updates its restaurant guide every year and includes a list of new additions inspectors have discovered.
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The moors trio added for 2022 are Bantam, Bridge Street, Helmsley; Homestead Kitchen, Goathland and The Eskdale in Castleton. Here’s what the Michelin Guide says about them, what it’ll cost to eat there and some of the dishes on their menus:
Bantam, Helmsley
What the Michelin Guide says: “An airy, appealing bistro, with a relaxed, friendly feel and a Yorkshireman at its helm. The fresh, unfussy, Mediterranean-influenced dishes are well-priced, full of flavor and ideal for sharing. Ingredients are sourced from local producers and the wine list focuses on low intervention choices.” Price listed as £39.
Share plates include Purple sprouting broccoli, anchovy, soft boiled egg and garlic breadcrumbs for £10 and Buttermilk fried chicken, green chilli and lime mayo for £10, a £5 lemon sorbet and £7 doughnuts, rhubarb and custard are listed amongst the desserts .
Homestead Kitchen, Goathland
What the Michelin Guide says: “Ask for a table at the rear of this attractive stone-built former farmhouse so you can look out over the moors. It’s a small place, with a modern country house style, and is proudly run by two experienced chefs. The menu is concise but has plenty of appeal, with refined dishes crafted from local produce.” Price listed as £55.
The menu includes North sea fish pie with soft egg yolk and buttered brassicas for lunch, £16, and Yorkshire rhubarb frangipane tart with fresh ginger ice cream, £9, amongst the puddings.
The Eskdale, Castleton
What the Michelin Guide says: “The former Station Hotel has been reborn as the Eskdale, which sits on the banks of the River Esk in the delightful North Yorkshire Moors and plays host to this cosy, firelit pub. The concise selection of detailed modern dishes uses produce from a nearby organic farm; desserts are a highlight.” Price listed as £52.
The menu includes: a two course weekday lunch for £22 with main courses that include fish and chips and free range Yorkshire chicken and desserts including Yorkshire rhubarb and passion fruit souffle.
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