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What's in season?

Fresh and locally sourced

Celebrate the very best of the season with our selection of dishes showcasing fresh, locally sourced ingredients from trusted producers across Kent and the South East.

Working closely with independent growers and suppliers, we champion seasonal produce at its peak, bringing the freshest flavours to our pub menus throughout the year. From hand-picked strawberries in summer and freshly harvested asparagus in spring to other seasonal favourites as the months change, our chefs create dishes that highlight quality ingredients, provenance and great British flavours.

Dish of cut asparagus, uncooked

The asparagus season

Make the most of British asparagus season this spring - discover our special selection of dishes featuring the finest local produce.

We source all our asparagus from fellow independent Kent family firm Sevenscore Asparagus based on the Isle of Thanet in East Kent. Hand-cut early each day and immediately chilled to ensure freshness and quality.

Learn about the fascinating life-cycle of the asparagus and how mother nature plays the most important role.

Our chef's asparagus creations

Check the menu in your local Shepherd Neame pub and see what asparagus dishes are on the menu:

Asparagus dish

Asparagus starters

Tempt your tastebuds with our delicious selection to start your meal

  • Sevenscore Farm asparagus with poached egg, Parma ham and Hollandaise sauce
  • Grilled Sevenscore Farm asparagus and poached egg with Romesco sauce and toasted almonds (v)
  • Sevenscore Farm asparagus and spinach soup with sourdough bread (vg)
  • Crispy Tempura asparagus with chilli oil (vg)
Birds-eye view of a delicious looking dish with asparagus and a poached egg on top

Asparagus mains

Feeling more indulgent? Dive into our bigger plates for serious asparagus lovers

  • Sevenscore Farm asparagus, broad bean and pea risotto with chive oil and confit tomatoes 
  • Garam Masala spiced Sevenscore Farm asparagus and poached eggs with hot honey butter drizzle, crispy onions and Naan bread (v)
Person tucking into a recipe with strawberries with a glass of rose wine

The strawberry season

Does anything say summer more than strawberries? With their characteristic aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness, it's no wonder they are so loved. Our chefs have created a selection of dishes to showcase this beautiful fruit. 

Treat yourself to dishes such as a hot honey-smoked duck breast & strawberry salad, strawberry French toast, British honey & vanilla panna cotta, Strawberry & cherry Eton mess, and the sumptuous warm strawberry buttermilk sponge topped with a strawberry compote. Simply delicious.

Early season: Our strawberries are sourced from Hugh Lowe Farms, Mereworth. They also supply all of our blackberries and raspberries.
Main season: All strawberries are sourced from Newlands Farm, Teynham.

Our chef's strawberry creations

Check the menu in your local Shepherd Neame pub and see what strawberry dishes are on the menu:

Strawberry salad

Strawberry dishes

  • Hot honey smoked duck breast & strawberry salad - A vibrant salad mixed with feta cheese, pomegranate seeds, sourdough croutons, sesame seeds & mint
  • Warm strawberry buttermilk cake (v) - Clotted cream & strawberry compote
  • Strawberry French toast - Crispy brioche in vanilla cream, mascarpone, strawberry compote & maple syrup
  • British honey & Vanilla panna cotta - Strawberry & basil compote
  • Clock House Farm strawberry & cherry Eton mess (v) - Raspberry purée, strawberries & Morello cherries
  • Strawberry fluffy pancakes - Vanilla cream & salted caramel sauce
26th March - 23rd April

Lamb

We know that great food brings people together. Our food experts are passionate about creating and preparing only the finest food, and our seasonal lamb dishes are no exception! Perfectly in time for spring, our delicious lamb menu options include a variety of traditional British classics and Mediterranean-inspired fusions.