The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews is delighted to introduce an exquisite vegetarian tasting menu in the newly-refurbished Road Hole Grill.

The eight-course vegetarian tasting menu, which complements the signature tasting menu, has been created by Head Chef, Paul Hart, whose mission is to source local ingredients within a 30-mile radius of the hotel. The menu showcases local specialities including asparagus from Glamis located just north of St Andrews and spring vegetables from Cupar, located near St Andrews. 

The tasting menu is paired with a selection of champagne and fine wines, hand-picked by the Maître d’Hotel, Judith Scott.

The Road Hole Grill is enjoying a glorious renaissance since it re-opened its doors in April following the refurbishment.  Sales are very strong; weekend bookings are now being taken weeks in advance, with local residents and hotel guests keen to try the new menu and experience the vamped-up surroundings. In particular, the brand new floor-to-ceiling windows are proving a great draw, with guests keen to take advantage of the inspiring views across the Old Course and the sweeping coastal vista. The new “Road Hole Table” is also in high demand, thanks to its pivotal corner position directly above the 17th hole of the world’s most famous golf course.

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For bookings, please call 01334 474371. The Road Hole Grill is open daily from 7pm to 10pm. Sunday lunch is served from 12 noon to 2.30pm.

Road Hole Grill Vegetarian Tasting Menu by Head Chef Paul Hart

Canapés (changes on a daily basis)
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Amuse Bouche (changes on a daily basis)
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Marinated Spring Vegetables, Herb Gnocchi, Goat’s Cheese Cream and Wild Wood Sorrel
Recommended champagne by the glass – Moët & Chandon NV
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Warm Sweetcorn Velouté, Basil Purée and toasted Salted Almonds
Recommended wine by the glass – Voyager Estate Sauvignon-Blanc-Semillon, Margaret River 2006
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Buttered Morel Mushrooms and Pearl Onions, Wild Garlic Risotto, Vegetable Broth
Recommended wine by the glass - Sancerre, Château de Thauvenay 2006
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Tarte Fine of Asparagus and Truffled Potato with Soft Poached Duck Egg and Smoked Cheddar Fondue
Recommended wine by the glass – Croze-Hermitage, Les Launes 2005
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Pre-Dessert Appetiser – Pineapple Granite
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Valrohna Chocolate Fondant with Griottine Cherries
Recommended wine by the glass – Taylor’s Tawny 10 yrs
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Coffee and Petits Fours

£55.00 per person (£85.00 per person including wines)

The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife, KY16 9SP
01334 474371 reservations@oldcoursehotel.co.uk  www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk

Press Information:
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Note to Editors: The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, has 144 spacious rooms including 35 suites, and borders the 17th 'Road Hole' of the world famous Old Course in St Andrews, the Home of Golf.  The hotel has spectacular views across the links courses to the sea, the Grampians and St Andrews.

Kohler Co. acquired the award-winning Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in October 2004 and has since completed a comprehensive investment programme, which includes new suites by star French designer Jacques Garcia and a brand-new, state-of-the-art conference wing.  The Kohler Waters Spa opened in March 2006 and is a member of the prestigious Leading Spas.  The Duke's, the newly-landscaped heathland masterpiece, reopened in summer 2006, transformed by American golf course architect Tim Liddy, protégé of Pete Dye, and one of the most talked-about influences in the modern game.

Managing Director, Debbie Taylor, joined the property in September 2007 to spearhead its future development as one of the world’s leading golf and spa resorts. As Chairman of the British Hospitality Association Scotland Committee, a Director of the Institute of Hospitality, and a Master Innholder, Debbie places great emphasis on the importance of staff training and development.