The East Chase Distillers has a very interesting history, and promises to be a fascinating talk and tour. It is situated just under 2 miles from The Cross. Luke along with his other co-founder, Richie, met at Kenilworth School, and have been good friends ever since. After school, they went their separate ways. Luke trained as a plumber, setting up his own business alongside running East Chase Farm, which has been in the family for 5 generations. Meanwhile, Richie joined the military and completed 12 years of service; 3 as a Royal Marines Commando and 9 within UK Special Forces (SBS).

The Cross is owned by the renowned and respected chef-patron Andreas Antona, who also owns the Michelin-starred Simpsons in Birmingham, The Cross is housed in a beautifully restored Grade II listed 19th-century inn.

Lunch will be served in the private dining room, however, due to the size of the room, numbers will be restricted (maximum of 12), so please book early.

The menu for lunch will be as follows:-

• A selection of Canapés accompanied by Rotari Cuvée 28 Brut Rose NV, Trentino, Italy

• Cornish Red Mullet Soup Rouille, Croutons accompanied by Riesling, Greenhough, Apple Valley, Nelson, New Zealand 2022

• Crispy Duck Egg Wye Valley Asparagus, Mushrooms, Madeira Sauce accompanied by Viognier, Bodega Garzon, Maldonado, Uruguay, 2023

• Rack & Belly of Spring Lamb Jersey Royals, Samphire, Seaweed butter, Lamb Jus with Lemon Thyme & Capers accompanied by Grenache, Arnaud De Villeneuve, Roussillon, France, 2022

• Hazelnut Souffle Pompona Vanilla Cream, Warm Praline Sauce accompanied by Tokaji, Late Harvest, Dobogo, Tokaj, Hungary, 2022