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This Month’s STAR MEAL – The Half Moon, Cuxham, Nr Watlington
There are, in our beautiful piece of England, pubs in villages or hamlets that would enhance the look of any tourist guide. There’s an air of distant times about such places; thatched homesteads, farm buildings, farm
vehicles and cattle being herded to new pastures. Mud and straw marking a path on modern tarmac.
Into this scene weave the Half Moon at Cuxham; a village scene fit as a film setting for a Hardy novel. Inside, amongst old beams, original red and black floor tiling and Edwardian tables and chairs, lies modernity in the guise of Eilidh Ferguson and Andrew Hill, the new landlords, whose warm welcome and super food have brought more than a sign of life back to this aged, idyllic spot. In fact, the place is positively reborn. Andrew’s menu has caught today’s foodie mood perfectly. The blackboard menu changes daily which makes life for the visitor, or regular, much more interesting. Chance by on the day they have home-made potted crab, please order it. I’ll say no more.
I’m a crispy duck nut and combining it with his version of Caesar salad proved to be a quite exceptional dish. I’ve also tried his Fish Pie and if you’re with some friends ask for the mixed seafood starter
selection. It’s not only beautiful to look at but truly delicious with lots of variety.
Typically, you should find dishes such as; Bouillabaisse or Roast Hake, Leek and Cheddar Quiche or Confit Pork Belly with sage mash,
apples and onions. There always a good cross section of dishes and Andy goes for quality not quantity and all their fresh produce comes from the vegetable garden that bolts on to their large summer garden. Puddings have a separate, smaller board and, yes, delicious and all home-made by Samantha Stone and will finish you off!
Count on about £15 to £20 per person (without wine) but just enjoy the warm pleasant surroundings.
PS
Tel: 01491 614151
(car park next to pub)
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