"Having someone else cook for you is a treat. When that person is the 2023 Norfolk Chef of the Year, it’s an absolute delight. The Gin Trap Inn near Hunstanton combines the best of a traditional pub with boutique accommodation and amazing food. Every member of staff is friendly ensuring the warmest welcome, you even get 2 complimentary G T’s on arrival! Special mention to John and Sophie who looked after us with such professionalism, but also genuine kindness and interest in our visit. However, the main reason for our stay was to sample some of Gareth Rayner’s food. The restaurant menu was short thereby focussing of a number of delicious dishes that all hit the mark. The Truffle Arancini amuse bouche was the best I’ve ever had, so light and perfectly balanced. To start, I had to have Oysters which were fat, fresh and juicy. Offset with a G T granita and pickled cucumber, I was in Ozone heaven. The Cheese Souffle was an absolute triumph. Perfectly cooked, light and fluffy and sitting in a pond of cheesy sauce. The Halibut was as white as snow and served in a subtlety spiced sauce with golden raisins whose sweetness was an ideal accompaniment. The Pork served three ways was a homage to the pig. Melt in the mouth belly, a crispy rillette and juicy loin working in harmony better than any band you care to mention. There is a lot of amazing techniques on show here, however the focus remains on maximising beautiful ingredients rather than creating lots of foams, emulsions, essences and crumbs! Gareth popped out for a chat and we spoke enthusiastically about his food. Hailing from the North East, he is so down to earth, yet living his dream creating fantastic food. I cannot recommend this venue highly enough"
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