As we move into November, there’s an abundance of seasonal produce that can keep our winter menus full of flavour and variety. For example, try adding apples to a pheasant casserole, or give classic roast parsnips a twist with honey, parmesan, and mustard. Pictured is a classic sweet potato and parsnip soup, an ideal starter or lunch dish that makes the most of what our beautiful countryside has to offer.

When creating a show-stopping main course this November, there are also several winter meats readily available. To name just a few: venison, partridge, and pheasant will be fully stocked at your local game dealer and often at the local butcher’s. These offer a delicious alternative to the all-season meats so easily found in supermarkets. Pheasant or partridge can be a fabulous substitute for chicken, not only for their nutritional benefits but, most importantly, for their flavour.

Having spent much of my career developing and producing recipes featuring game, I can recommend several crowd-pleasing dishes: partridge Thai green curry with jasmine rice, partridge quesadillas, and venison bao buns. But one dish I’d particularly suggest trying is a partridge or pheasant schnitzel, a twist on a classic and a true crowd-pleaser. Serve it with a lemon and thyme sauce, which cuts beautifully through the richness of the schnitzel, on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes.

Finally, the course many look forward to most is pudding! It’s easy to stick to familiar favourites such as sticky toffee pudding or bread and butter pudding, but after a rich main course, I’d recommend something lighter and more seasonal, such as poached pears. Those lucky enough to have a pear tree will know they’re in their prime right now, often carpeting the garden. While you can go for a classic red wine poaching liquid with spices, I’d suggest a lighter version using vanilla, sugar, and warming spices, served with a drizzle of caramel sauce and a crisp biscuit on the side.

At LCH Catering, we believe every season deserves to be celebrated through exceptional food. Our menus are inspired by local ingredients, from game and root vegetables to orchard fruits, and crafted into dishes that elevate any event. Discover how we can bring the taste of the season to your table at www.lchcatering.co.uk or contact us directly to discuss your upcoming celebration.

Written by Lilly Hemmings

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