What Is The Gourmet Evening At New Inn Appletreewick With Drinks Expert Jane Peyton?

Ever find yourself looking for a night out that’s a bit different? Not just a standard meal, but something you’ll be talking about for weeks. Well, there’s an event coming up that sounds like it ticks all the boxes. Imagine an evening filled with incredible food created by a top chef, paired with amazing drinks chosen by someone who really, really knows her stuff. That’s exactly what’s happening at the New Inn in Appletreewick on Thursday 25th September. This special gourmet evening brings together celebrity drinks expert Jane Peyton and talented chef Mike Paylor for a night of fantastic food and fun. It's an important event for food lovers in North Yorkshire.

Meet the experts behind the evening

So, who are the people making this night so special? First up is Jane Peyton. She’s not just any drinks expert; she’s a proper celebrity in the world of booze and a celebrated author. She even founded something called the School of Booze, which is all about her motto: ‘Think While You Drink’. The idea is that you can have a great time while also learning a thing or two. And Jane has the credentials to back it up. She was the UK's very first accredited Pommelier. What’s a Pommelier? Think of a wine sommelier, but for cider. She was also Britain’s first Beer Sommelier of the Year. So, whether it's cider or beer, she knows exactly what makes a brilliant drink.

Jane is also the person who started the UK’s national beer day, called Beer Day Britain, which happens every year on June 15th. She's won a whole cabinet's worth of awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from Britain’s Parliamentary Beer Group. Alongside her will be Chris Ives, the owner of the New Inn. He’s no stranger to a good drink either, being an award-winning brewer and distiller himself. Chris founded the famous Ilkley Brewery and the Otterbeck Distillery, known for its fantastic Cotton Gin. It’s safe to say the drinks for this gourmet evening are in very capable hands.

What's on the menu?

A great drink needs a great meal to go with it, right? That’s where chef Mike Paylor comes in. He trained in Mayfair, which is one of London’s fanciest areas for food, so he knows how to create some seriously impressive dishes. For the gourmet evening at the New Inn, he’s putting together a unique five-course menu. Each dish is one of his own culinary creations, designed to be a bit of a surprise and a real treat for the taste buds. The focus is all on using local and seasonal produce. That means the ingredients are fresh, sourced from nearby, and used in really clever ways. Chef Mike will be there on the night to talk about the inspiration behind each of his culinary creations, explaining his approach to cooking with integrity. It’s all about respecting the food and bringing out the best in it.

The food will be perfectly matched with drinks from some of the UK’s most inventive producers, all chosen by Jane Peyton and Chris Ives. The whole menu is designed to explore the full width of flavours that Yorkshire has to offer. It promises to be an exciting journey for anyone who loves good food and drink. The evening is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about events in the Skipton area.

More than just a meal

This isn't your typical quiet, formal dinner. The whole point of the gourmet evening is to be entertaining and educational, but in a fun, relaxed way. Think of it as a dinner party hosted by two of the most interesting people in the food and drink world. Jane Peyton will be sharing stories and insights into the world of alcohol, including some fascinating bits of brewing history. It's a chance to learn why certain drinks taste the way they do, or discover a new favourite you’d never have thought to try.

The buzz around this event has been huge. It’s become such an important date in the local calendar that special press places were allocated to cover it, and there are even plans for review stays from 1st October to showcase what the New Inn can offer. For any general inquiries, guests are encouraged to check the pub's website for details on this and future happenings. This night is a true celebration of Yorkshire fayre, showcasing the immense talent found in this part of North Yorkshire.

A taste of things to come

And the good news is, this isn’t just a one-off. This gourmet evening is the first in a whole series of events planned at the New Inn in Appletreewick. The team wants to continue celebrating the amazing food and drink that comes from Yorkshire. There are already plans in the works for next year, including outdoor feasts. These will be inspired by the French concept of la ferme auberge, which literally means ‘farm inn’. The idea is to create meals where the food is incredibly fresh and connected to the land, almost like eating on the farm where it was produced. It’s all about celebrating the seasons and what they bring.

So, this event on Thursday 25th September is just the beginning. It’s a chance to experience something truly special, guided by a renowned chef and a pioneering drinks expert. A night of delicious culinary creations, perfectly paired drinks, and fascinating stories. It sounds like the perfect recipe for an unforgettable evening out.