Aspava Restaurant Cockermouth

So proud of the team , we have achieved so much in such a short space of time . We look forward to a great 2020 and seeing our new and regular customers again , thankyou so much , we wouldn't be here without you.

Firstly can I thank all our customers old and new for your amazing support throughout 2019 . I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and wish you all an amazing New Year . Secondly I must thank all the team here at Aspava who work so hard in making your time with us special , we have achieved a lot in the short time we have been open and hope for many more wonderful times in 2020. Wishing everyone an amazing 2020 , hope to see you soon xxxxx

TASTE CA13 starts today , we look forward to welcoming customers new and old , just remember to tell us when you book it is for TASTE CA13 menu . Days this menu is available at Aspava : Sunday Monday Wednesday... Thursday We hope everyone participating has a successful event and a massive thankyou to the organisers for all their hard work .
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Hello Facebook!
Long time no speak! Just a quick note to let you know we're on the look out for someone to come in and work the bar on our busier nights (Friday and Saturday)
Roughly around 12 hours a week, preferably someone with previous experience working behind a bar or in a busy restaurant, must able to work to a high standard while dealing with the pressures of hospitality.
... If you're interested in joining our team here at Aspava drop us a message here, email aspava@aspavarestaurant.co.uk or drop in the restaurant to speak to either Chaz or Tracy.
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It's THAT time of year! We're now into the swing of Christmas and you know what that means, busy busy busy!
Our opening times are a little different this year we will be closed/open on the following days;
Christmas Eve(Mon 24th) - Open... Christmas Day(Tue 25th) - Closed Boxing Day (Wed 26th) - Closed
New Years Eve (Mon 31st) - Open New Years Day (Tue 1st) - Open
We are filling up quickly for all dates over the Christmas period so ring us on 01900 267300 to get yourselves booked in to avoid missing out!!
#turkish #restaurant #cockermouth #cumbria #traditional #food #christmas
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JOIN OUR TEAM
We are currently looking for an experienced waiter/waitress to join our team on a part time basis (16hrs+)
Join us in one of the premiere restaurants in Cockermouth.
... Preferably someone experienced in the hospitality trade, with an excellent work ethic and customer service skills.
For more information message the page (including your CV) or drop me an Email at aspava@aspavarestaurant.co.uk
Regards,
Chaz,
Restaurant Manager.
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SO HERE WE HAVE IT.
Our winner of the grand prize of the Aspava Mix for 4 is....DAN BARRIENTOS!! As picked by our Chef that will be cooking said meal for you!
BUT WAIT. THERE'S MORE!
... Because we got such a phenomenal response we decided to pick a second name to win a bottle of our house wine (Red or White) on their next visit. That prize belongs to RACHEL MELTON.
Could both winners please message the page for me and I will get in contact with you each to arrange collection of your prize.
Regards
Aspava Restaurant Team.
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We're ready!
Are you? Video up at 3pm.
We'll also tag the winner....s???

RIGHT, So, our competition is OVER, FINITO.
I have noted down all FIVE HUNDRED (I honestly didnt expect that many, it took nearly an hour and a half this morning! 😂) of you and I will over the course of the day think of a way of picking a winner and I will post a video tomorrow to let the lucky person know!!
Best of Luck to you all!!
... Regards,
Chaz.
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So the response to this has been INCREDIBLE, thank you all, what I'm going to do is call a close on it TOMORROW NIGHT (Thursday 14th) so I can sort out all the names of people who have entered in order to draw a lucky winner.
So this is your final call, head over to the original post, like and comment to get yourself in with a chance!
FINAL CALL FOR ENTRIES.

***CLOSED***COMPETITION TIME!! ***CLOSED***
Now I know we've seen this picture before but bare with me.
This morning I opened the door to the restaurant the same as I would any other day of the week, however, today is a special day.
... Today marks our first anniversary, and what a grand first 12 months we have had, you have given us so much encouragment and support we're giving something back.
We're giving away one of our Aspava Mixed Specials for 4 (worth £75, pictured) to one lucky winner. All you need to do is LIKE, SHARE and TAG the Friends you'd bring down with you!
We will pick a winner this time next week, good luck!
#turkish #restaurant #food #competition
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We know. It's hot. It's almost like Turkey out there!
With that in mind why not come down and have some food to match the Mediterranean weather and cool off with a nice cold bottle of Efes!
How about the Chicken Kavurma? Pan fried chicken with seasonal vegetables and Turkish spices, served with rice.
... #traditional #turkish #food #restaurant #chicken #kavurma #pilav #rice #turkey #yummy #fried #hot #weather #sunnyday #efes #beer #summer #cumbria #lakedistrict #cockermouth
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Our 3 Meze Selections for you.
BIR - a cold selection of Hummus, Cacık (yoghurt, cucumber and dill) and Kısır (cous cous)
İKİ - a hot selection of Patates Kavurma (lightly spiced potatoes), Dolma (sun dried peppers and aubergines) and Helim Peynir (Halloumi)
... ÜÇ - a mix of hot and cold, Patlican Ezme (yoghurt, aubergine), Sarma (stuffed vine leaves) and Mücver (courgette fritters)
Come down and check them out, all Available NOW for just £12. @ Aspava Restaurant Cockermouth
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NEW TO ASPAVA!
Introducing our new Mixed Meze selections, pick one of three selections of our meze to share between you, perfect if you don't know what to order!
Pick up any one of our selections for just £12!!
... Or if you're just stopping in for a light lunch! (We're open all day from 12 noon)
See the following posts for detailed descriptions of whats on each! All served with bread and olives.
#traditional #turkish #restaurant #food #meze #tapas #turkishfood #halloumi #couscous #cacık #sarma #dolma #mücver #hummus #cockermouth #cumbria #lakedistrict #foodporn
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I had loads of people ask about the starters for our Mixed Special for 4 people...well, this is it.
You have the following; Kısır (cous cous), Patlıcan Ezme (yoghurt, garlic & aubergine), Mücver (courgette fritters), Ciğer Kavurma (pan fried lambs liver and veg), Dolma (stuffed sun dried peppers & aubergine), Cacık (yoghurt & cucumber), Hummus, Helim Peynir (pan fried halloumi cheese), Sucuk (beef sausage) and finally the Sigara Böreği (deep fried filo pastry stuffed with fet...a cheese)
Get all that? Don't worry we'll tell you again when we serve it with our fresh bread and olives!
#traditional #turkish #restaurant #food #service #yum #starter #halloumi #feta #dolma #hummus #couscous #fritters #lamb #liver #cumbria #lakedistrict #cockermouth #sausage #cheese #turkey
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So plenty of you have seen the food...I'd say more than a few of you have tried it.
What about some Turkish Wine though? We have a selection of Kayra wines for you to have with your meal!
#traditional #turkish #restaurant #food #wine #kayra #shiraz #narince #rosé #drinks #cockermouth #cumbria #lakedistrict #turkey

Had a few people over the weekend say they've not had these for ages but they're super popular!
Pirzola, lamb chops seasoned and cooked over charcoal served on flat bread with rice and a salad
#traditional #turkish #restaurant #food #cockermouth #cumbria #lakedistrict #lamb #chops #lambchops #salad #pide #yummy #comfortfood

Now we know. You're full. You've had your Meze, you've had your mains. You're stuffed but in the words of a famous waiter from days gone by. 'Finally, monsieur – a wafer-thin mint?' Well ok, its not mint but you get the idea... Baklava! Who's got room?
#traditional #turkish #restaurant #cockermouth #cumbria #lakedistrict #turkey #baklava #icecream #pistachio #treat #pudding #dessert #food #foodporn #yummy