A Taste of Things to Come, Gifford Lea

On Thursday 22nd February, an exclusive event for residents and foodies was held in the restaurant at Gifford Lea. Restaurant guests were joined by Mark Ellis, well known from the BBC’s the Great British Menu and as Chef Patron at Allium.

Originally from the Wirral, Mark first worked in a number of local restaurants before joining Simon Radley at The Chester Grosvenor where he rose through the ranks to become Senior Sous Chef. Following his time at The Chester Grosvenor, he worked in some of the UK’s top restaurants, including Gordon Ramsay’s Pétrus, before moving to Peckforton Castle as Head Chef in 2007. It was during this time that Mark starred in the second series of BBC Two’s Great British Menu. He launched his first lone-venture, Allium, in 2016.

Mark Ellis comments: “It was fantastic to see everyone enjoying the ‘Taste of Things to Come’ event. We think what Inspired Villages offer to the community is fantastic and I loved hearing the guest’s warm compliments after the meal.”

In the second phase of development, Gifford Lea will be opening a high-quality restaurant which will focus on the ‘best of British’, as well as a wellness centre offering a spa, swimming pool and extensive gym facilities.

James Cobb, Sales and Marketing Director, comments: “The whole event was thoroughly enjoyed by all and gave both guests and residents alike, a flavour of what we have in store for Inspired Gifford Lea in Tattenhall.

“Work is well underway for Phase Two of the development, which sees the completion of penthouse apartments with panoramic views of the Cheshire countryside, a wellness centre that is designed to empower and support people and, of course, the Brasserie, which will include changing seasonal menus and a stunning selection of wines from around the world.”