Dutton Cuisine founder and local entrepreneur, Ian Dutton, has taken a new direction with more gluten-free inspired dishes at his Lake District-based establishments.
Owner of the massively successful ‘Pig, Windermere’, ‘Village Inn’ in Bowness and ‘Miller Howe Café’ in Grasmere, the new menus reflect the changing tastes and dietary requirements of the modern diner. Renowned for its very different offering, The Pig has enjoyed unprecedented success since its opening in March last year. In addition to some old favourites such as smoked pig and potato hash, the new menu comprises unique dishes such as crunchy smoked ham skins, traditional fish and chips and black forest gateau soufflé – all gluten-free.
The Village Inn is also offering a more varied selection of gluten-free dishes such as deep fried halloumi fingers, spiced duck and sweet potato cottage pie, American spiced chips and a selection of steaks. Changing the menus regularly and keeping things ‘fresh and modern’ has been key to the growth of the Dutton Cuisine brand and Ian’s efforts have been rewarded this year, with the Village Inn winning two international awards for ‘Best Bar and Grill 2017’ and ‘Excellence in European Cuisine 2017’ at the ‘Restaurant and Bar Awards’ last month.
“This year has proved particularly fruitful for us, with the Dutton Cuisine brand more recognisable and our efforts being recognised on a wider stage,” says Mr Dutton. “Our customers are the most important aspect of our business and we are keen to listen – and respond – to their changing needs. By providing a fuller gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan range on our menus and dishes that are still imaginative and creative, we are hoping to attract and satisfy an even greater clientele.”