Natoora’s “Radicchio not Roses” campaign aims to bring people’s attention to the lack of seasonality of a Valentine’s Day staple. Their research on roses in February makes for interesting reading, with light shone on some difficult truths alongside some beautiful imagery of one of our favourite winter leaves - gorgeous radicchio.
Putting seasonal produce front and centre for Valentine’s, we are championing pretty in pink rhubarb. Not only featuring on the food and drinks menus, we are using big and beautiful rhubarb leaves in our floral arrangements too. A true celebrations of the seasons.
Rhubarb has always been a February staple at Thyme. With terracotta forcers hiding the steadily emerging rhubarb leaves, the first rhubarb always brings with it the excitement of spring to come.
The team has been busy preparing this month rhubarb specials
Pheobe and Bridget are pickling rhubarb stems to dress oysters as a nibble
Siya and the bar team are making rhubarb cordial to create our seasonal signature - the Rude Bob
The chefs are stewing rhubarb to tumble on top of meringue, a house favourite.
Rhubarb Recipes
Putting seasonal produce front and centre for Valentine’s, we are championing pretty in pink rhubarb.
A clever marriage of sweet & sour, soft & crisp, and each element is easier than you might think.
This delicious fish is packed with the ‘good’ fat that plays such an important role in heart-health - making it the perfect dish for Valentine’s!
The vibrant pink of poached forced rhubarb always makes an appearance on dessert menus at this time of year.
A signature Thyme cocktail, inspired by the pretty pink rhubarb grown in our kitchen garden.
Our Honey Granola is one of the stars of the breakfast table at Thyme. Pair with fresh yoghurt and a seasonal fruit compote ... the perfect start to your day.
Happy Pancake Day! Our recommendation - enjoy the fluffiest of pancakes topped with lemon curd and rhubarb and a sprinkle of spring violets.