Parva Farmhouse restaurant menu overview
Nestled in the charming Tintern countryside near Chepstow, Parva Farmhouse offers an exquisite dining experience showcasing modern British cuisine crafted from high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. This menu highlights the chef’s passion for seasonal flavors and artful presentation that delights both food connoisseurs and casual diners alike.
Starters
Begin your meal with a selection of elegant starters that balance fresh, vibrant ingredients and comforting textures. The white asparagus is complemented by bitter chicory and finished with a luscious blood orange butter sauce, creating a bright start to your dining journey. For a rich and creamy option, the chicken liver parfait served alongside sweet red onion jam and delicate brioche is a timeless choice. Seafood lovers will relish the mackerel paired with a fragrant lentil rasam, bringing a subtle spice to the palate. For a sophisticated coastal taste, the dressed crab arrives with crab croquette, crisp celeriac, apple, and a crunchy parmesan shortbread.
Mains
The main courses showcase a remarkable range of flavors and textures that celebrate British culinary heritage with a contemporary twist. Indulge in the tender halibut accompanied by mussels, baby potatoes, romanesco, and a luxurious saffron and garlic sauce. Game enthusiasts will appreciate the succulent fallow deer, paired harmoniously with red cabbage, turnip, and creamy potato gratin. For a hearty and robust plate, the Middle White pork loin and cheek come together with rich morcilla, butter beans, aubergine, and red pepper. Vegetarians are not left behind with pumpkin gnocchi served alongside sprouts, parsnips, chestnuts, and a velvety goats cheese sauce.
Desserts
End your culinary experience on a sweet note with a variety of refined desserts. The apple and raisin strudel is paired with smooth milk ice cream for a comforting finish. Vanilla crème brûlée is elevated with prunes preserved in armagnac, adding a rich depth of flavor. For a nutty and citrusy delight, try the orange and almond cake accompanied by pistachio ice cream. Cheese aficionados can enjoy a carefully curated plate of cheeses sourced from Mons cheesemongers in London, perfect for pairing with a digestif.
Drinks and specials
Complement your meal with an excellent selection of drinks and cocktails masterfully prepared by the team, known for their exceptional service and charming hospitality. Seasonal specials frequently highlight local produce and innovative recipes, ensuring each visit offers something new to savor.
- Starters White asparagus with chicory and blood orange butter sauce; Chicken liver parfait with red onion jam and brioche; Mackerel and lentil rasam; Dressed crab with crab croquette, celeriac, apple and parmesan shortbread.
- Mains Halibut with mussels, baby potatoes, romanesco, saffron and garlic sauce; Fallow deer with red cabbage, turnip and potato gratin; Middle White pork loin and cheek with morcilla, butter beans, aubergine and red pepper; Pumpkin gnocchi with sprouts, parsnips, chestnuts and goats cheese sauce.
- Desserts Apple and raisin strudel with milk ice cream; Vanilla crème brûlée with prunes in armagnac; Orange and almond cake with pistachio ice cream; Cheese selection from Mons cheesemongers.
