AA Landlady Of The Year Cooks Up A Feast
 The AA Landlady of the Year Award 2005, Elizabeth Gradidge of Ruthven House, Coldstream, is teaming up with top cordon bleu chef, Lucy Withall, to offer bespoke residential cooking breaks.
Lucy Withall is a cordon bleu chef with many years experience in cooking in large country houses and restaurants, both in the UK and Europe. She runs her own company, Original Ski, and does all the cooking as well as running the chalet and teaching skiing during the winter months.
The final decision was made by an undercover judge who visited Ruthven House and recognised all the hard work, first class level of service and professionalism that Elizabeth Gradidge offers her guests and this national prestigious award is in acknowledgment of this.
Ruthven House is among one of Scotland’s finest Victorian family homes and has been awarded five diamonds by the AA. The house offers all the comfort of a family home in relaxed surroundings and visitors can enjoy spectacular views out to the Cheviot Hills. Nothing is too much trouble here, whether you want to catch a salmon, play a round of golf or visit local castles, Elizabeth and her husband Francis are on hand to assist in your every need.
Elizabeth Gradidge, said: “With a huge number of B&B’s in the AA’s guide, the standard is very high and it’s a great honour to have been awarded this accolade. We’re delighted to be offering guests an exciting opportunity to stay with us and receive expert cooking tuition.”
For those looking for a weekend away with a difference, Ruthven House’s residential cookery course should do the trick. The package includes full tuition, two nights’ bed and breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The courses include:
- Pastry and puddings 18 - 20 April 2006
- All Boys Weekend 26 - 28 May 2006
- Easy Entertaining 10 -12 May 2006
Lucy Withall, said: “The courses are designed to build peoples confidence in the kitchen and I am very passionate about good ingredients and doing things to a very high standard. I am looking forward to working with Elizabeth, Ruthven House is the perfect location to match my culinary expertise with Elizabeth’s hospitality.”
If you have a passion for understated luxury with all of the comfort of your own home, while wanting to expand your gastronomic skills, then Ruthven House is looking forward to welcoming you.
Ruthven House also offers other courses including Decoupage weekends. Courses are subject to availability. For reservations please call 01890 840771 or visit www.bordersovernight.co.uk
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