Autumn Lunch with Ella Mittas at Scrub Hill
Amazing first long Sunday lunch at stunning Scrub Hill in Newlyn with the hugely talented Ella Mittas, Owen Latta of Eastern Peake wines as well as Maidenii vermouth. Celebrating the best of Autumn.
The event was a triumph kicking off with a magnificent Maidenii Roselle and sweet vermouth “Americano” in the gardens, followed by a stellar long table lunch with a string of hit dishes and wines beginning with delicious Cretan honey and cheese skillet pies, majoram, orange paired with sensational crisp 2022 Latte Moonambel Quartz Bianco Sauvignon Blanc.
Then it was on to spectacular Braised Octopus fava, capers, pickled shallot paired with 2023 Lara “What-A-Melon” Rose. 
Convivial times at Scrub Hill.
All dishes impressed for this epic long lunch in spectacular surrounds. A highlight was the succulent Brined and roasted chicken, tarragon, basil. Fabulous dining with Heirloom Tomato Salad and Charred Eggplant with bazha. Perfectly paired with 2022 Eastern Peake Western Victorian Chardonnay and 2022 Eastern Peake Intrinsic Pinot Noir.
Such an attractive space and breathtaking surrounds with food, beverages and conviviality off the charts. Ella Mittas is a star and her dishes were an absolute triumph. She signed copies of her book to the delight of foodies. 
Superb hosting by Hilary McNevin from @turnipmedia_ . Also kudos to Daylesford Records @daylesford_records 
Dessert was another showstopper in the Frangipane tart, fig, clotted cream. Paired with 2022 Latte “Essential Crisis” Pet Nat.
Highly recommend the next lunch celebrating the best of Winter.