Marygreen Manor

A fine example of Tudor architecture, with its profusion of beams in a high vaulted ceiling, carved standing timbers and coats of arms, the restaurant at Marygreen Manor, itself a half-timbered property built by a courtier of Catherine of Aragon, looks as if it should be hosting themed medieval banquets. But no. The menu is totally modern, and distinct flavours sing out of well-constructed dishes. Scallops with spinach, cauliflower purée and curry oil may kick things off, followed by duck breast with jasmine tea sauce, mandarin curd, curly kale and caramelised chicory. Other influences are in play in wasabi-infused beurre blanc to sauce fillet of halibut with an oyster and caviar, and in Piña Colada sorbet with vanilla pears, or tonka bean parfait with maple syrup and chocolate sauce.