Taste of Ulster (WPFG Edition) - Discover Northern Ireland

106www.nigoodfood.com | Guide 2013Balloo HouseFACTThe building startedlife as a coachinghouse in the late1600s£££££Huge platters groaning with the freshest Strangford Loughlangoustines dressed with a knockout garlic butter; massivelymoreish potted prawns with spiced butter and warm wheaten andstrawberry pistachio pavlova are just some of the dishes on offerat Balloo House. That’s what we had last time, but Danny Millar’smenu changes every six weeks to reflect the seasons.He’s won too many awards and accolades to mention. You mightalso know him from the BBC’s Great British Menu programme.Downstairs in the bistro, the range is from the 18th century. Thefood is gastro-pub style.The flagstone floor, original stone walls and dark wood really floatour boat, and we love the outdoor seating area. Expect lots ofattention from the very well-trained staff.Upstairs, it’s all muted colours and soft lighting. Eating herefeels like you’re in on a delicious secret. With celestial offeringslike Strangford crab and cauliflower martini, it’s a little piece ofheaven.Get there: 1 Comber Road, Killinchy, Co.Down BT23 6PAGet in touch: t: 028 97 541 210 e: info@balloohouse.com w: www.balloohouse.com