Feast with Henry Herbert | October Newsletter
Jazz, Dahlias and a Venison Wellington
Hello fine people,
After a whirlwind few weeks, I’ve just about caught my breath (and found the bottom of the washing-up pile). We’ve had some absolutely cracking feasts lately. Our biggest one yet at The Mill, with 75 guests and live jazz to boot. There was something really special about that evening: the hum of the band, the flicker of candles, the clatter of cutlery, and the buzz of a room full of well-fed and slightly tipsy people. That’s the good stuff.
We also held two lovely evenings back at our home base in Nailsworth. Smaller in size but mighty in spirit (and flavour), these were some of the feasts I’ve been most proud of. Food that just came together beautifully, from first bite to final pudding. A huge shout out to Jess, whose dahlias were in their full, outrageous glory. Honestly, the flowers were so good they nearly stole the show. Nearly.
Now, we’re taking a little break from feasting. Partly because Christmas is looming and things are already getting busy, and partly because we’ve got some celebrating of our own to do. It’s Jess’s birthday and our wedding anniversary coming up, so we’re sneaking in a bit of “us” time before the madness begins again.
Next Up: The Christmas Feast | 5 & 6 December
Back by popular demand (and because I genuinely loved cooking it), the mighty venison Wellington will be making a festive return. Truffled cauliflower and all. This was a bit of a showstopper last year, and I had more than a few requests to bring it back. So, go big or go home, right?
This is your official nudge. If you're making Christmas plans, don’t miss out on what promises to be an epic evening to kick off December. A proper knees-up with great food, candlelight, and full festive joy.
A Whisper of November?
Now, I haven’t entirely run this past Jess (so let’s keep this just between us), but if there’s enough interest, I could be twisted into adding an extra date in November. Maybe the 14th or 15th? I’ll pop a poll on Instagram and see if there’s any appetite. If you’d be keen, do let me know.
We’ll also be putting up dates for 2026 soon. I know, wild. But the spreadsheet demands it.
Thanks, as always, for coming along on this mad, delicious ride with us.
Much love,
Henry (and Jess, chief florist, logistics queen, and voice of reason)
Jazz, Dahlias and a Venison Wellington
Hello fine people, After a whirlwind few weeks, I’ve just about caught my breath. We’ve had some absolutely cracking feasts lately. Our...
