The Bookshop

COMING SEPTEMBER 2ND

BLACK CARD BONDS //⠀ ⠀ What this space...

Still pinching ourselves seeing both @thebookshophfd + @_burgershop mentioned alongside some of the worlds greatest organic, sustainable and ethical restaurants. Edited by the one and only @gilescoren Truth, Love & Clean Cutlery (@truthloveandcleancutlery) celebrates 'truly good restaurants and food experiences of the world.'⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Online edition is currently live, and will soon be followed by a printed guidebook 1st November 2018, which features 1,250 restaurants and food experiences from 45 countries. @ The Bookshop

A snap of @chef_mills98 in his element captured by the ever so talented @colinnichollsphotography

Putting Hereford on the food map.⠀ ⠀ Herefordshire has always created incredible produce. We have some of the best meat in the country. As an agricultural county we have farmers and growers right on our doorstep. ⠀ ⠀ Our city is full of incredible people who work trielessly to bring us amazing food and drink. It is a city that deserves to be visited for its food alone; the growers in the market, the independent restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars. These places and people bring ...the best of Herefordshire to the forefront. ⠀ ⠀ We have created this zine to celebrate Hereford, Herefordshire and the surrounding area. We want to shine a light on the people who make our city what it is. We have access to some of the best food in the country; our aim is to make this common knowledge. We want to put Hereford in its rightful place on the food map.⠀ ⠀ To pick up a copy for yourself (they're only £2) head to our blog, The Root to find a stockist nearest you.
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One of the new delicious nibbles hitting the menu this week...⠀ ⠀ Baba Ganoush + Broad Bean, Roast Garlic, Ricotta with Grilled Sourdough.

Don't fancy cooking in this heat? We don't blame you. ⠀ ⠀ Come dine alfresco style with us in our humble garden. We've got a number of new light, seasonal sides hitting the menu, perfect for the weather. ⠀ For last minute bookings, call us on 01432 343 443

It's been one week since this guy took over our kitchens and created THE most delicious Indian themed evening Hereford's ever seen.⠀ ⠀ Not only is Tom a talented chef who we're proud to call our own, he's a caring father who loves a bit of adventure.⠀ ⠀ Learn more about Tom and a few of his favourite things on our blog; aruleoftum.com/the-root

Wholegrain Mustard Creamed Rainbow Chard + Spinach. ⠀ ⠀ A delicious, and light, side to compliment any of our grass fed steaks.

Putting the finishing touches on Tom Lynch's Flavours of India menu for this Wednesday's takeover. ⠀ ⠀ Were you one of the lucky ones to get your hands on tickets?

OFM Awards //⠀ ⠀ Voting for Observer Food Monthly Awards 2018 closes this Friday and we need YOUR help to once again take the crown for 'Best Sunday Lunch'. ⠀ ⠀ Here's how to do it...⠀... ⠀ 1. Head to the Guardian OFM Awards website via the link in our bio.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 2. Scroll to the ‘Best Sunday Lunch’ category.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 3. Fill in the form as follows:⠀⠀ Restaurant Name: The Bookshop⠀⠀ City/Town: Hereford⠀
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FLAVOURS OF INDIA \\ TOM LYNCH
The Bookshop's Chef, Tom Lynch, will be spicing things up in our kitchens on the 27th of June.
Guiding us on a journey through India, Tom will showcase his love of Indian cuisine with a number of dishes served in a relaxed feasting style from various regions of the country.

FLAVOURS OF INDIA \\ Tom Lynch ⠀ ⠀ The Bookshop’s Chef, Tom Lynch, will be spicing things up in our kitchens on the 27th June. ⠀ ⠀ Guiding us on a journey through India, Tom will showcase his love of Indian cuisine with a number of dishes served in a relaxed feasting style from various regions of the country. ⠀
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Tickets to this event are SUPER limited, so make sure to get them whilst you can. ⠀
To purchase tickets and to have a browse of the menu, head on over to The Root http://aruleoftum.com/…/…/6/7/flavour s-of-india-by-tom-lynch
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WE’RE HIRING //
Think you know someone suited to our ethos and approach to food and customer service?
Tag the person you think would be perfect for this role in the comments section below. If this person gets the position, you will #WIN a £100 voucher to use at The Bookshop
... We’re on the hunt for an enthusiastic + experienced Waiter/Waitress to join our passionate team of cooks, chefs and restauranteurs. We aim to make a difference in the food industry and know that in order to accomplish this we need to build our business with like-minded people who share the same values and ethos as we do.
The FOH team is the face of our business, and needs to take pride in their role, ensuring that they go above and beyond in order to provide our customers with a lasting impression. Maintaining impeccable standards across all areas of restaurant operation and supporting your AROT family along the way is also a must!
ESSENTIAL SKILLS / • Experience within hospitality industry • Fantastic customer service skills • Approachable + enthusiastic
PERKS / • Full-time • Working for a National Award Winning Restaurant in a dynamic environment with an evolving + growing business • At the forefront of food + beverage service in #Herefordshire
If you feel you are the person we are looking for, please email: hello@aruleoftum.com with your CV.
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Our new menu’s fish option. ⠀ ⠀ Sea Trout | Charred Sprouting Broccoli | Watercress Puree | Toasted Hazelnuts⠀

OFM AWARDS 2018⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ It's that time of year again!!! For a second year running we’re going for the Observer Food Monthly Awards ‘Best Sunday Lunch’.⠀ ⠀⠀ Every vote counts, so if you’ve visited The Bookshop, tried our Sunday Lunch and want to support us, head to the link in our bio.⠀⠀... ⠀⠀ HOW TO VOTE⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 1. Click on the link in our bio.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 2. Scroll to the ‘Best Sunday Lunch’ category.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 3. Fill in the form as follows:⠀⠀ Restaurant Name: The Bookshop⠀⠀ City/Town: Hereford⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Thanks for your continued support,⠀⠀ Edwin + Dorian
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Do you have a keen interest in creating exciting + delicious cocktails, or know someone who does?
We're on the hunt for a Bar Manager who will push the elements whilst continuing to inspire the team.

Join us for Herefordshire's first screening of this new and inspiring film at Herefordshire Green Network's monthly gathering here @ The Bookshop.
Tickets are free but please follow the link below to register your interest.
https://www.evensi.uk/hands-film-showing- hereford…/255903969

WE'RE HIRING //
We're currently looking for a passionate person to join our young, dynamic growing business – offering huge opportunities to excel in the field.
This individual needs to be a driven, team player with a keen interest in food, restaurants, eating out and following food trends. Experience isn't necessary, but the right attitude is a must!

Wow! I don't often order a roast when out as invariably disappointed but this was on a whole different level - the roast pork belly was divine and the sides which are served to the table as a whole were unbelievably tasty - can't recommend it highly enough. Plus the waiting staff were lovely, attentive but unobtrusive and whilst I shouldn't have had dessert, the cherry & lemon posset was superb - 10/10

We wanted somewhere quirky with amazing food.... we were not disappointed!



From the welcome we received, the service through out and the amazing food and drinks we were so impressed!



I am pregnant so couldn’t enjoy the delicious gin cocktail my husband was raving about however, your wonderful waitress and barman made me the most beautiful virgin mojito (I won’t lie, I have recreated it at home twice since Saturday) and I honestly didn’t feel as though I was missing out at all.



Your waitress explained the menu and your ethos so eloquently. We love that you use the entire cow across the businesses and can’t wait to come back to try the burgers and Sunday lunch!



Your chef catered for my needs wonderfully as I asked for my steak to be as close to medium as possible without being too pink to enjoy whilst pregnant. It was perfection in meat form!



We honestly can’t wait to visit again soon!

The staff are so friendly and welcoming , the food was amazing over 3 hours now since we ate for my friend's birthday and my taste buds are still tingling with excitement from the lovely streaks and sides. X

The food is stunning !! Went to the steak night last night and wow !! Great food, lovely service ! Stunning atmosphere! Thank you !

The best roast dinner in Hereford by far, so tasty. Great puddings too! Always have a lovely warm welcome from the lovely staff too! A favourite for my whole family!

The best Sunday Lunch we have ever eten! Every element was superb in flavor and originality. 10/10

Thank you for a wonderful meal to celebrate my birthday. Food was incredible and lovely service. It was lovely and when I next get a break from washing Herefordshire s cars we will be back.

Staff were so welcoming and flexible. Having booked late we'd also forgotten to say we had some food intolerances in the group. The staff were so understanding and went out of their way to come up with options. It genuinely didn't seem like hassle for them - they really wanted to deliver good food to enjoy - and we did.



We've been 3 times for Sunday lunch now and always good and they'd recently changed the veg option. No problem... talk to the chef... two options... prepare a veggie option from scratch. As it'll take a little longer they suggested some gratis bread (yummy) to keep us going?



We'll be back.

One of the best Sunday Dinners I have had. We were down from the North East visiting friends and came for lunch. Service was excellent and food was perfect. Even when alarmingly the veg came sprinkled with nuts the was no hassle in them bring out a nut free bowl. Well worth a visit if you're in the area

Had Sunday lunch there twice now and it never disappoints! Super delicious food and lovely staff!

Great food, great service, great atmosphere. A standout restaurant for Herefordshire!

First time here for Steak Night and the service was so personal and inviting, food smelled amazing and tasted Devine , a real Gem in Hereford , can’t wait to go again

First time at Steak Night last week. One of the finest meals I've ever had. Top quality, incredible taste and wonderful service.

Further proof that the Hereford food scene is on the rise and here to stay.

Can't wait to eat here again!

Fantastic Sunday lunch. Thank you we will definitely be back

Best steak I've ever had.

Top class waiting staff....courteous, professional and knowledgeable.

Would definitely recommend.

Best Sunday roast ever. Literally. Everything was delicious including amazing gravy. If you’re in the area on a Sunday...go (but book first!)

Awesome steak �

Perfectly cooked! and the lemon and cheese aubergines � nomnom!

Top grub and service

Another fantastic steak night! All the flavour combinations including side dishes were amazing. Thank you so much for accommodating my husbands dietary requirements before our arrival; it certainly makes ordering food a lot easier for everyone! We ordered the sirloin for 2 and our only suggestion would be that it was carved for us. Oh and please bring back the bone marrow gravy!! Great staff, fantastic food and lovely atmosphere!

Absolute amazing evening! Food was delicious and cooked perfectly- in my eyes it is much better than the likes of Miller & Carter, and is now my go to place. Steak was cooked perfectly and food tasted so, so good. Amazing range of cocktails, sides and desserts! And an all round amazing atmosphere, with brilliant, attentive staff! Highly, highly recommend to anyone and everyone! Best place in Hereford easily �