Island Life Magazine Ltd October/November 2010 | Page 153

Island Life - October/November 2010

food

Photo: Richard
Holmes pictured with
some of his Aberdeen
Angus cows and flock
of sheep.
Below: Head Chef
Mark Pitman pictured
with a cut of forerib
beef from the farm.

always six to eight vegetables to accompany the meat, roast,
mash and new potatoes, depending on the season. The beef
and lamb is used in the main menu, and in the daily specials.
That’s not all. As many a local will know, the Chequers
hosts an English Pie Night every Thursday, as well as Steak
Night each Friday. Acknowledged as a family friendly pub and
recognised for its real ales, it isn’t just the food that draws
the crowds.
“It’s about making things
interesting for people and
maintaining the high standards
our customers want,” says
Richard.
The Chequers Inn, Rookley.
Tel: [phone]

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