Dining by train has always been a special experience. Many operators today try and emulate what dining was like in the 'heyday' of rail travel. We don't recreate those days as others do that perfectly well. What we have done is to develop menus that are upbeat, colourful and add a touch of flair.
English Breakfast
Orange juice
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Grapefruit or Breakfast cereals
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Grill Tray: Cheshire dry cured bacon, hand made port sausage, Bury black pudding, tomatoes, field mushrooms and scrambled eggs
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Our baker’s basket of toasts and fresh breads
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Coffee or tea
3-course dinner
Starter
Starter A: Smoked salmon mousse with baby herb salad, lemon & dill dressing
or
Starter B: Leek & potato potage (V)
Served with a selection of bread and unsalted butter
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Main
Main A: Confit duck leg, on cassoulet, red wine jus
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Main B: Wild mushroom risotto, shavings of Parmesan (V)
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Dessert
Christmas pudding, hot rum sauce
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Coffee and tea with miniature mince pie
The cuisine we offer on our special dining trains essentially moves away from traditional fayre and reflects the diversity and creativity in modern catering today.
We believe it works well as it not only expresses what we at Rail-Blue Charters want to achieve but expresses it through the rolling stock and the surroundings it offers.
Therefore, our cuisine is vibrant and rich in colour and flavours. We pay as much attention to the preparation and presentation of the cuisine as we do the service we offer you.
All our dishes are freshly prepared using the finest ingredients available and where possible using local and seasonal produce.
As stated elsewhere, we do offer you a choice of menu before travelling, but we can cater for any special dietary requirements you might have. And to complement your experience, we offer a list of fine wines and champagnes to accompany your meal.
For every mixed-class or all standard-class train, we also offer a buffet bar service with hot and cold drinks and snacks.
William - Senior Team Leader of the catering team
Rail-Blue Charters has appointed “The Travelling Gourmet” as its onboard catering team for all its dining requirements. The Travelling Gourmet is an independent, high class catering company who aims to provide a level of service which will match, if not exceed our customers expectations. We want your memories to live long after travelling on our special trains. Where possible, we use local suppliers who share a passion for our commitment for providing superb quality products which in turn, The Travelling Gourmet transform into beautifully presented and delightful dishes. No detail is too small to be overlooked and no obstacle too large to overcome. After all, your enjoyment and satisfaction is our top priority.
The Travelling Gourmet has a background in delivering fine dining experiences at large outdoor events and occasions that complement the service delivery Rail-Blue Charters wants to create.
© Rail-Blue Charters 2008