Hi Everyone,
I can feel summer is on its way. Since my last newsletter, the café has been in full swing – the sun came out and so did you all!! It’s pretty important to book for lunch now as some days we are very full – drop an email to info@comptonmcrae.com or call the shop on 01747448750.
And of course don’t forget to put in an order for your summer favourites (to avoid turning up and going away empty handed…) – Coronation chicken, focaccia & quiches spring to mind.
New Products
The Deli feels full at the moment and that is because it is – Alice has been at a couple of trade fairs and you will see lots of new products on our shelves and in our fridges.
Have a look out for:
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Lakrids Liquorice– B-Corp gourmet liquorice in ever-evolving flavours; the perfect “thank-you” gift you’ll end up keeping for yourself. You can’t leave without at least one jar!
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Josh’s Chocolate Bar range – luxury Cornish chocolate bars wrapped in frame-worthy art; try Barefoot on the Beach and taste a seaside stroll.
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IOW tomatoes, aubergines and cucumbers – sunshine-sweet, hand-picked produce that turns any caprese salad or BBQ skewer into peak summer.
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Grette Dressings – Miso and Dijon – small-batch vinaigrettes delivering big-salad energy with nothing but all-natural ingredients.
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Giuseppe Cocco – Italian dried pasta – Bronze-cut, slow-dried and adored by Italian chefs. Toss with pesto, fold into picnic pasta salad, or keep it simple with olive oil and Parmesan—every bite tastes “nonna-approved”.
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Tenute Cristiano – Flavoured Extra Virgin Olive Oils – Organic, ultra-low acidity and rich in polyphenols (hello, antioxidants!). Drizzle over tomatoes, swirl through hummus—healthy never tasted so good.
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Cosman & Webb Pure Maple Syrup – Single-forest amber syrup we sampled by the till—blink and you missed it! If you loved the taster (or need to know what the fuss is about), grab a bottle. Divine on pancakes, in baking, or as a cheeky splash in coffee.
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Jurassic Drinks – Organic squash cordials – Three vibrant flavours, a grown-up alternative to elderflower. Kids mix it with still water, Grandma tops hers with fizz, and the rest of us add a dash to G&Ts and Hugo spritzes. Your new summer staple.
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ChimiLove – Chimichurri sauces – A sweet-heat Argentine classic bursting with red peppers and jalapeños. Spoon over steaks, roast veg, or your lunchtime sandwich for an instant flavour kick.
📅 The Old Bookshop Pop up
(here until 12 June – 9am – 4.30pm)
Many of you will have seen on our Instagram and Facebook (@comptonmcrae), the beautiful photos of our current pop up – Loom Designs (@loomdesignsuk) and Handley Green Jewellery (@handleygreenjewellery).
Pop in to the Pop up and see Gaynor and Sophie. They have transformed it into a special spot with gorgeous handmade jewelry and artwork.
My daughter Livvy, who just got back from her gap year this week, popped in and said “Dad, you shouldn’t have said go into that shop – I wanted to buy so much – I had to leave quickly and breathe…”
Important Dates
Events @ Compton McRae – Bookings Essential
Monday 26th May – Bank Holiday Monday
Guess what? – we are open! yay
8.30am -4.00pm – come and have lunch in the marquee or on the lawn.
Friday 30th May Rocky’s Pizza is back!
4pm – 8pm book here! https://forms.gle/EcfxSnkH9KxfhBJz8
Friday 5th June Bill & Tom’s Greek BBQ – see the menu below
4pm – 8pm book here! https://forms.gle/Lqx1jCQizDyNd5UL9
Look forward to seeing you all over the next month.
Best wishes,
Bill and the Compton McRae Team 🌷
The Shop 01747 448750
info@comptonmcrae.com
info@comptonmcrae.com

