There are few places in the UK that are as charming or picturesque as the Cotswolds. Situated in south central England, the Cotswolds is famous for its inviting towns and villages which are surrounded by the rolling hills of the English countryside. It is a superb place to visit on a vacation and food lovers will adore the excellent country restaurants and pubs serving up a range of tantalising dishes.
L’Artisan
L’Artisan in Cheltenham is a French restaurant with a casual atmosphere which makes it a good place for families. Here you can expect to enjoy classic French dishes like Whitebait served with tartare sauce and mixed salad, French goat cheese salad and confit duck medallions with herbs crust Viennoise. L’Artisan is particularly nice at lunchtime if you are looking for somewhere relaxed but with excellent food.
The Falcon
Found in Cirencester, The Falcon is a quintessential British country pub which prides itself on British food, cask ales and fine wines. It also features a stylish interior and friendly staff who will make sure that you enjoy your meal. Menu options include tasty dishes like 21-day aged flat iron steak with triple cooked chips, chicken and leek pie, real ale battered fish of the day and saddle of rabbit stuffed with mushrooms and dauphinoise potatoes.
The Coconut Tree
The Coconut Tree is located in Cheltenham and a unique eatery serving up Sri Lankan street food, vegan dishes, beer and cocktails. This provides an explosion of flavours in a fun, friendly and stylish setting which makes it one of the standout places for lunch in the Cotswolds. A few of the more popular dishes at The Coconut Tree include coconut sambal, pineapple baduma, hot battered spicy cuttlefish and black pork. The fun and welcoming atmosphere means that you will always have a good time here too.
Purslane
Another fine establishment in Cheltenham is Purslane and the best place around if you are in the mood for seafood (all of which is sustainably caught). It is a stylish place which is critically acclaimed thanks to its terrific food and welcoming atmosphere. The menu changes every month with the seasons but you can expect to find delicious dishes like Cornish cod, duck egg, Torbay sole and similar dishes which are beautifully presented and filling.
Lunch At Home
The above are all great places for lunch where you can enjoy that cost country feel, but it is not your only choice in terms of a nice country lunch. Sometimes, the best way to enjoy a country lunch is to relax in a nice cosy armchair with your feet up with some cheese on toast or another English classic dish. Be sure to get the right set up and find the perfect comfort food and you are sure to enjoy yourself.
The Cotswolds is a picturesque and very charming part of the UK. Food lovers adore the Cotswolds because there are so man inviting pubs and restaurants serving delicious and varied food in a cute and beautiful setting.
