Quite Simply French

We take comfort in the knowledge our beautiful bedrooms are providing a home from home to some of our dedicated NHS workers during this terrible time. It is the least we could do. We cannot thank you enough for all that you are doing.
Stay Home | Save lives | Protect the NHS

Who misses cocktails with Laura?
I do hope she is practicing at home! Stay safe and happy everyone.

WE'RE MISSING YOU TOO...
"A very special place either just for the 2 of us, or even the whole family! Always made to feel welcome with the most salivating items to choose from on their amazing menu! Great wine menu too! Missing this little gem of a Restaurant at the moment, but will definitely be booking in to celebrate being together as a family once again, hopefully very soon!"
Keep safe. Keep well.

Eat The Seasons....You all know our ethos of daily changing menus, small batch cooking, and most importantly, eating what mother nature provides seasonally.
We may not be together at the moment but we know what a resourceful bunch you all are.
Here are some of this seasons favourites for us. Crab, lamb, mussels, purple sprouting broccoli, artichokes.
... Enjoy...until we meet again, stay healthy, strong and happy.
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THIS EASTER we're choosing to be optimistic, quite simply because it feels better!
If you stay safe and stay home we'll soon be able to celebrate together and we don't know about you but we can't wait to see you.
Happy Easter everyone.

WE'RE FEELING A BIT NOSTALGIC FOR SOME OF OUR FAVOURITE STARTERS...
SNAILS Dozen baked in shells, with garlic and Pernod butter.
... PAN FRIED FROGS LEGS White wine, garlic and parsley butter
OYSTERS On ice with shallots, red wine vinegar and sweet chilli dip
SCOTTISH MUSSELS Steamed in white wine, garlic and a dash of cream
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A FEW INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT OUR MANAGING DIRECTOR...ROB. Which three words would you use to describe yourself? ***Loyal. Fun. Caring
What did you want to be when you grew up?... ***Zoo Keeper
What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality? ***Always serve the best at your best. Treat customers like family and like you would like to be treated. Smile always.
What would you choose for your last meal? ***Fish finger sandwich with coleslaw
Favourite Rob stories please?
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HERE'S A FEW THINGS ABOUT ADONIA TO SHARE WITH YOU.
Which three words would you use to describe yourself? ***Punctual, Sarcastic, Yorkshire
... What did you want to be when you grew up? ***An air hostess, but then found out I'm scared of flying!
What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality? ***Be happy, a smile cost nothing & polite (that goes for the customers as well!)
What would you choose for your last meal? ***Depending on my mood, either a Homemade Giant Yorkshire Pudding with roast beef dinner inside and litres of gravy. OR Nandos. I know I should choose QSF but can’t beat a homemade roast.
What's your favourite story about Adonia?
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HERE'S SOME INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT JEN KNOWLES.
Which three words would you use to describe yourself? ***Caring, loyal, emotional
... What did you want to be when you grew up? ***I always remember the first time I went to Pizza Hut, and they had touch screen tills, I always wanted to use one… that dream came true (not as exciting as I built it up to be) apart from that I wanted to be someone that would help others, so I got a degree in occupational therapy.
What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality? ***Working in a restaurant is like being in a family, treat customers and others like you are inviting them into your home.
What would you choose for your last meal? ***I know I’m probably expected to say something QSF related, but it would 1,000% be a pizza from vikings in York.
What's your favourite story about Jen?
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MEET JOE ROSS OUR SOUS CHEF... Which three words would you use to describe yourself? ***Happy, handsome, tired
What did you want to be when you grew up?... ***I always wanted to be a chef (before I knew how the world worked)
What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality? ***Fresh is best
What would you choose for your last meal? ***BBQ.
What's your favourite dish?
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MEET JOHN DASSAU OUR HEAD CHEF Which three words would you use to describe yourself? ***Hard working Fun. Always tired.
What did you want to be when you grew up?... ***England football captain.
What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality? ***Hard work gets the best results.
What would you choose for your last meal? ***Sunday roast with the family.
What's your favourite dish at QSF?
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DISCOVER A LITTLE MORE ABOUT LAURA QUELINA OUR RESTAURANT MANAGER...
Which three words would you use to describe yourself? ***Committed, enthusiastic and humble.
... What did you want to be when you grew up? ***A ballerina (because of the tutu).
What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality? ***I say treat your customers like family. Treating them as how I would like to be treated. I believe food should be fresh using seasonal ingredients prepared simply.
What would you choose for your last meal? ***Depending on my pre-mortal status, if I’m still lucid and not fed up with life I will have the elixir of life and if I can choose the crockery I want it served on the Holy Grail.
What's your favourite Laura story?
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***THINKING OF YOU ALL***
As you know we use the finest, seasonal ingredients from local and specialist producers and our innovative menus change daily. We cook everything fresh to order, in small batches and served with a friendly smile.
We'll be over the moon to see you when we open again BUT in the meantime take care and stay safe.

***SIMPLY EXCELLENT***
"Took advantage of the early bird offer taking a family member who was visiting us. Were seated upstairs in a lovely booth. Service was friendly and spot on. Three of us dined having mussels and a gratin dish to start and all 3 had cod bordelaise for main. All cooked beautifully, ample portion sizes and a real treat. Shared a dessert (cheesecake). 2 Kir Royales, 2 beers and 2 bottles of wine all for £129. Thanks Rob and team for a lovely evening"
https://www.quitesimplyfrench.co.uk/

Our beautiful bedrooms now have a use during this extraordinary time. Filled with Doctors, Nurses and key workers. It may not be what we planned but we are so happy to help. Keep going guys! We love you ❤️
They are assured of a good nights sleep! 😃
We will update when we have any spare capacity.

PAY IT FORWARD GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE NOW.
We believe there's always one more thing that you can do when times are tough.
It's part of our go the extra mile ethos.
... Although we're closed for the time being we're proud to say we donated our perishable food to the needy and we've offered our bedrooms free of charge to our NHS heroes.
If you'd like to support us please invest in one of our gift vouchers.
The voucher will be worth 10% more when you redeem it after COVID-19 has run its course.
Everyone that buys a ‘Pay it Forward’ voucher is entered into our prize draw to Win Dinner Bed & Breakfast in our Ashton Suite, For every ‘Pay it Forward’ voucher, we will donate £1 to St John’s Hospice, to support the wonderful work they do.
https://www.quitesimplyfrench.co.uk/…/p ay-it-forward-campa…/
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Today felt very surreal as myself and the team “mothballed” qsf. The soul of our restaurant has diminished a tad without the laughter of all our lovely customers. But think of us as hibernating, saving our strength until this winter has ended.
You must all do the same and take care of each other until we meet again.
I am happy in the knowledge that Boris is helping pay the wages, that’s all we can ask for. The rest we can and we will rebuild! He has no longer left us in a me...ssy pickle! I hope he goes further and supports all who are worried.
We managed to donate some food we had to a worthy cause so all was not lost.
I will have quite a lot of time on my hand so if anyone vulnerable or self isolating needs anything do message me and I will be happy to take care of this for you.... even if it’s qsf wine! We all need a little tipple!
We have offered our bedrooms to the NHS should they come to need extra accommodation for the increase in staff. Free of charge of course.
Finally I cannot thank you enough for all the pay it forward vouchers you have all purchased. It helps and means so much. You have faith in us and we will not let you down.
Finally if anyone is down to their last toilet roll do get in touch. The hotel is closed so I can hand out to those down to their last sheet! Let’s keep smiling 😃
We love you all.
Rob and The QSF team. X

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SORRY TO SAY WE CAN NO LONGER OFFER...QSF TO GO!
Our new pick up service, with a range of your favourite dishes, cooked fresh to order was due to start on Monday 23rd March.
However, yesterday cafes, pubs and restaurants were told to close - to tackle coronavirus.The Prime Minister said the situation would be reviewed each month.
... As the government said it will pay 80% of wages for employees who are not able to work, we will not be able to continue with our takeaway service - QSF TO GO!
We'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who showed such enthusiasm and support for QSF TO GO but sadly, with the restaurant and hotel now closed, it is no longer viable.
We'll continue to keep in touch with you and until we meet again, take care and stay safe!
Love from Rob & QSF Team
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