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Sex and the City offer at the Walnut Club

June 7th, 2010 cheffy

You can toast the success of latest film blockbuster Sex and the City 2 in appropriate style at Sheffield’s trendy Walnut Live restaurant, with a two-for-one offer on cosmopolitans – the NY girls’ favorite cocktail. Anyone providing a ticket from the movie, or proof of purchase on arrival, will be entitled to take advantage of the offer at the Ecclesall Road cabaret bar and restaurant.

Walnut Live’s 20-metre rectangular champagne bar is the largest of its kind in Sheffield and they are proud of their inclusive cocktail and champagne list, making it a great venue to enjoy pre or post-movie drinks.  Cocktails start from £3.50 with early bird specials before 7pm.

New talent at the Walnut Club

May 20th, 2010 cheffy

Christian (left) and Danny at Walnut Live on Ecclesall RoadRespected chef Christian Szurko has taken over the management of the Walnut Club brand in Sheffield and Hathersage.

As operations director, Christian has drafted in new blood in the kitchens and front-of-house at the Walnut Club Live on Ecclesall Road and the Walnut Club Brasserie in Hathersage.

The chef’s CV includes Langan’s Brasserie and The Ivy in London and Sheffield’s Blue Room Brasserie. Latterly he has been running Hillsborough and Sharrowvale fishmonger Manns with brother and fellow chef Danny.  While continuing to operate Manns, the brothers have now returned to the kitchen and plan to revitalise the two Walnut Club outlets.

“They are both high-quality venues, but it’s a very competitive market out there. We have completely revised the menus to offer affordable classic food, with more specials,” said Christian. Choices include two courses for £11.95 or three for £16.95, with Sunday roasts for £9.95.   New lunchtime and evening menus are to be introduced at Hathersage by the end of the month, continuing the policy of providing good food at very keen prices.

“People who think about going to the pub for value should give us a try – we believe we’re even more competitive,” he added.

Managing the Ecclesall Road venue is Chris Barradale, brother of Arctic Monkeys manager Geoff, with Craig Macfarlane as front-of-house manager at Hathersage. Whilst in the kitchen, the  Szurkos are joined by chefs Iklat Hussain, formerly of Marco@Milano’s, and Richard Butler from Loch Fyne.

The new team want customers to know they can rely on both the Walnut Club venues for good food and service and are keen to get as much feedback as possible.

Mother’s Day at Sheffield restaurants

March 5th, 2010 cheffy

If you are still looking for somewhere nice to take your Mum on Sunday 14th March to celebrate Mother’s Day, the following Sheffield restaurants all have special deals and events.

Cafe Rouge on-line booking deals include a two course set meal for £15.95 or a three course set meal for £19.95 with some yummy sounding course options such as butterfly prawns cooked in garlic butter, pan fried duck breast and warm chocolate and walnut brownie.  Book a table at Cafe Rouge St Paul’s Place or book at table at Cafe Rouge Ecclesall Road.

The Walnut Club have a special Mother’s Day 3 course Sunday lunch set meal available for £25, which is available at both the Walnut Club restaurants and you can book a table on-line for Mother’s Day lunch at the Walnut Club Hathersage.

The Maynard at Grindleford has a very special Mother’s Day offer this year – the two AA rosette restaurant is supervised by head chef Ben Hickinson, who has devised a delightful menu, with starters such as ham hock ballontaine or wild mushroom ravioli, with white truffle and parmesan cream. Mains meanwhile, include traditional favourites such as roast beef and Yorkshire pudding with all the trimmings, or tempting alternatives such as herb crusted cod, complete with pomentier potatoes and Asian mushy peas!  The deal is three courses for £27.50 per person and all Mums will receive a complimentary special gift.

Cubana meanwhile, have an event with a difference on Sunday 14th March, which will see them host a Salsa Buffet Dance, a fundraising event in support of the Haiti Earthquake Appeal. It could be the perfect place to take Mums who like Latin rhythms, whilst also doing something positive to help those in need in Haiti.

Please mention Sheffschefs when booking!

Cabaret restaurant launched in Sheffield

January 14th, 2010 cheffy

This weekend sees the launch of Sheffield’s first live cabaret and dining venue, Walnut Live, formerly the Walnut Club Champagne Bar & Grill on Ecclesall Road.  Following a refurbishment and the granting of a live entertainment license, the venue is set to spice up the city’s entertainment scene and founder Richard Mills aims to create a mix of cabaret styles from the Moulin Rouge and jazz speakeasies through to modern-day equivalents.  Combined with the Walnut Club’s quality dining, the plan is to bring a totally new vibe to the city.

At the moment, they have a 5-10-5 menu on offer, with starters and puddings for a fiver and main courses for £10 and a lunch time offer of 2 courses for £11.95.

3 course meal and a glass of fizz at the Walnut Club – £20

November 19th, 2009 cheffy

The Walnut Club are now running a great special offer, which is only available by booking on-line.

For just £20 per person, diners can now enjoy a special 3 course meal from a set menu, along with a glass of fizz.  At this great price, it’s the ideal way to celebrate a special day without breaking the bank.

To obtain the special deal, book on-line now and click on the ‘View All Available Offers’ link at the top of the booking diary to book the special £20 deal.