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F O O D & D R I N K Cocktail of the month THIS MONTH, THE EXPERTS AT JAISALMER INDIAN CRAFT GIN HAVE CREATED A WARMLY SPICED COCKTAIL PERFECT FOR THESE AUTUMNAL MONTHS 50ml Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin 15ml lime juice 10ml cinnamon syrup 50ml cloudy apple juice Apple to garnish Triple-distilled and handcrafted in the foothills of the Himalayas at one of India’s oldest distilleries, Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin encapsulates the rich heritage of the Indian City of Jaisalmer, with a recipe that combines the ancient knowledge of herbs and spices, vibrant juniper berries and handpicked botanicals from all four corners of India. Golden Fort Add cubed ice to a rocks glass and pour over 50ml Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin. Add 15ml lime juice, 10ml cinnamon syrup and 50ml cloudy apple juice. Garnish with an apple fan of three slices and grated nutmeg (optional) – perfect! Jaisalmer Indian Craft Gin is priced £34.95 for a 70cl bottle. ABV: 43% available from thewhiskyexchange.com 30

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR AT SWINFEN HALL A SPARKLING VINTAGE AFTERNOON TEA featuring Simon Partridge of Elegant Vocals - Sunday 1st December 3.15pm A fabulous afternoon of vintage melodies from the 30’s and 40’s accompanied by a sumptuous Christmas afternoon tea. A variety of savoury sandwiches, freshly-baked buttermilk scones with cream and preserves and cakes and desserts all served with a chilled glass of Prosecco alongside tea or a cafetiere of coffee. Tickets £29.50. CHRISTMAS FLOWER ARRANGING with Secret Garden Florists - Wednesday 4th December Morning coffee will be served from 11.30 am followed by an hour of inspirational ideas for flower arrangements and Christmas décor. Tickets are priced at £35 and include a fabulous festive 2-course lunch with a glass of wine, coffee and mince pies served in the restaurant at 1pm. After lunch there will be the opportunity to buy a selection of Christmas gifts and arrangements. CANdLELIT CAROL CONCERT with Cantorum the Lichfield Cathedral School Chamber Choir - Monday 9th December 7.15pm A heart-warming start to the festive season with the Lichfield Cathedral School Chamber Choir directed by Laura Borenstein. Tickets £12.50 to include coffee and mince-pies in the interval. All proceeds to Saxons Hill Academy in Lichfield. A special festive menu is available before and after the concert priced at £29.50 for two courses or £38 for three courses. Afternoon tea pre-concert is priced at £25.00 - pre-booking essential. BLACK TIE CASINO PARTY Friday 6th December A glamorous night of fine food, good company, posh frocks and high rollers. •A glass of Prosecco on arrival •Superb 3-course dinner •Coffee and mince pies •Roulette and blackjack tables •DJ and dancing •50% accommodation discount £68 per person THE NEW YEAR’S EVE BALL Dust off your DJ and bring out the bling for an evening of unashamed luxury. This year’s party begins at 6.30 pm with Champagne and snacks before the Piper leads the way to dinner. We are happy to take large tables in the ballroom (where the decibel count is more than average) but expect a more civilised atmosphere in the restaurant. After a fabulous 5-course dinner, the band strikes up supported by our resident DJ. Diners in the restaurant are welcome to join the dancing but can retreat to a more refined setting as and when. Tickets priced at £135 include the Champagne reception, 5 - course dinner, coffee and petit fours, cheeseboard and Port. TAITTINGER SUNDAY LUNCH Sunday 15th December Our very relaxed Champagne lunch party encompasses Christmas carols, a stylish 3-course lunch, coffee and petit fours, half a bottle of fine Taittinger Champagne and live music from pianist Christopher Langdown. An indulgent pre-Christmas get-together for family and friends in beautiful surroundings priced at £65.00 per person. SWINFEN NR. LICHFIELD, STAFFORDSHIRE WS14 9RE TELEPHONE: (01543) 481494 www.swinfenhallhotel.co.uk 31