Villagers Summer Lunch
- The Dog
- Jun 25, 2024
- 2 min read
Saturday 3rd August
You are welcome to come for drinks from 1.00pm
We will be sitting at 2.00pm
It's time once again for the highly anticipated annual Villagers Summer Lunch at The Dog at Wingham, and you're all invited to join us for this delightful community gathering! Celebrate the warmth and camaraderie of summer with your friends and neighbors in the heart of our charming village.
Set against the backdrop of our picturesque garden, this year’s Villagers Summer Lunch promises to be a festive and memorable event for everyone. Indulge in a lavish spread of seasonal dishes, expertly prepared using the freshest local ingredients.
From vibrant salads and succulent grilled meats to delectable desserts and refreshing beverages, our menu is designed to capture the essence of summer's bounty.
As you savor the delicious food, enjoy the lively ambiance filled with laughter, music, and the cheerful chatter of fellow villagers.
Our beautifully decorated outdoor seating area provides the perfect setting for this joyous occasion, offering ample space to relax and socialize under the sun.
The annual Villagers Summer Lunch is more than just a meal; it's a celebration of community spirit and togetherness. Whether you're a long-time resident or new to the area, this event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with old friends, make new acquaintances, and strengthen the bonds that make our village so special.
Mark your calendars and be sure to RSVP for an unforgettable afternoon of great food, wonderful company, and the quintessential summer atmosphere at The Dog at Wingham. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing in the joy of this beloved tradition!
Chef’s amuse bouche
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Whipped ricotta tart, roasted globe artichoke, black olive &
sweet onion ketchup (v)
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Slow roasted pork belly, cumberland pithivier, house piccalilli
& cider cream sauce
or
Pesto gnocchi, vegan nduja san marzano sauce & truffled
cashew nut pesto (ve)
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Caramel poached pineapple, coconut macaroon, lime gel &
coconut sorbet
£30.00 per person
● Please notify a member of staff of any allergen and dietary requirements.
● A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill. Service charge is
distributed to the whole team.
What a lovely description of the Villagers Summer Lunch! Slope Run I’m curious, how do you select the local ingredients for your menu? It seems like a great way to foster community connections. Thank you for sharing this experience!
Really like that it’s welcoming to newer faces as well as long-timers — village stuff can feel cliquey if it’s not spelled out. Between the drinks-first timing and the “meet people” emphasis, it sounds like a proper relaxed afternoon; the mention of “annual” traditions always makes me think of little rituals like a caesar cipher shift — same idea each year, slightly different result depending on who turns up.
The whole “laughter in the garden with summer food” picture is really clear — feels like the kind of afternoon you look back on when it’s grey in November. I was imagining someone snapping photos in that decorated outdoor seating area and turning them into something artsy, like the ghibli ai style filters people mess with.
This sounds like such a nice way to pull everyone together — food, garden tables, and that easy “meet your neighbours” energy. I’m trying to decide what to wear for a proper sunny pub-garden lunch, and I went down a rabbit hole with a hairstyle ai thing earlier, which feels very on-theme for “summer event planning.”
Seasonal dishes + local ingredients is exactly what I want from a summer lunch, especially if it’s out in the garden with a bit of music going. If the weather behaves, it sounds like one of those afternoons where you lose track of time chatting; that “one more round” feeling is basically my blockblast habit but in pub form.