4 pubs receive Michelin Guide Bib Gourmands
Bib Gourmands are awarded to pubs and restaurants that are typically more affordable and comfortable than their Michelin-starred counterparts.
Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropub the Staith House in North Shields, Tyneside, a quayside pub focusing on a daily changing seasonal menu, is run by Masterchef: The Professionals finalist John Calton.
Calton's passion combined with business partners' Kimberley Calton and James Laffan's dedication made the pub a recipe for success.
WOW we're absolutely blown away at being awarded a #BibGourmand today by @MichelinGuideUK completely unexpected still sinking in!
— The Staith House (@Thestaithhouse) September 29, 2017
The Hadleigh Ram in Hadleigh, Suffolk, describes itself as a comfortable and refined boutique Michelin Guide listed restaurant and bar that specialists in unusual menu items.
The Michelin Guide said it loved the fish dishes at the market-town pub.
#BibGourmand for market town pub @TheHadleighRam – we loved the fish dishes pic.twitter.com/YeJlX9AhDq
— The MICHELIN Guide (@MichelinGuideUK) September 29, 2017
The Hare & Hounds in Aberthin, south Wales, prides itself on serving good quality food and drinks in relaxed and informal surroundings.
The guide said the pub's chef-owner's London experience shows.
Well this is rather wonderful; we're a very proud team today! https://t.co/BvyPJJP1k5
— Hare & Hounds (@Hare__Hounds) September 29, 2017
A casual and informal space, the Hope & Anchor in Ferriby, Lincolnshire, doesn't compromise on the quality of its food.
The guide hailed the pub's team as passionate and hardworking.
A #Bib for the passionate & hard-working team at this Lincolnshire pub @hopeandanchorsfpic.twitter.com/fyrxsDxGzu
— The MICHELIN Guide (@MichelinGuideUK) September 29, 2017
The full Michelin Guide is being announced later today (2 October).