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The practice of preserving fruit dates back to the Stone Age, when early humans sought ways to extend the life of their food. One of the most celebrated techniques, developed by Nicolas Appert in the early 1800s, involved heating food in sealed glass jars – a method now known as bottling. Our Apprentice Chefs have recently been learning this award-winning preservation method. Although the preserved produce won’t be used in our kitchens, mentor Chef Graham Tinsley MBE is passionate about teaching classical culinary techniques and building a strong foundational knowledge.
Apprentices Ava and Mia have been bottling a variety of fruits using traditional methods, including kiwi, pineapple, peaches and more. They’ve also been exploring seasonality – understanding when produce is at its best, which is generally the ideal time to preserve it. The Kilner jars, filled with carefully prepared fruits and preserved using the hot stock method, will be proudly displayed at our Cheshire fine dining venue, The Vines.
Another traditional skill the apprentices have explored recently is creating a wheatsheaf loaf, a type of decorative bread traditionally made to celebrate Harvest Festival. The wheatsheaf is a timeless symbol of abundance and reflects the natural cycle of the seasons, often with spiritual or religious associations. This hands-on experience gave Ava and Mia the opportunity to not only bake but also artistically shape bread – bringing a creative and enjoyable element to their learning. They even attempted to add a small bread mouse to their display, though they joked that it may have risen into more of a capybara during the proving process!
To preserve their creation, they’ve chosen to dry it out and use yacht setting spray – a common technique for extending the life of decorative food displays. The wheatsheaf will be exhibited beside the breakfast buffet at Carden Park, offering guests a delightful glimpse into traditional craftsmanship during their countryside hotel break.
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Calling all golfers 📣Say "hello" to our new and improved Flexible Golf Membership 🎊Choose from three membership tiers designed to fit how you play. Whether you prefer peak-time weekends, peaceful midweek mornings or a mix of both, there`s a plan to suit your lifestyle. With our flexible points-based system, you only use points when you play - there`s no wasted fees or unused rounds. And the more golf you play, the lower your cost per round becomesFind out which is the best membership tier for you at the link in our bio Carden Park // Golf // Golf Membership // Cheshire // Countryside
Happy Father`s Day to all the dads, grandads and father figures 😁
With England`s victory last night, we`re fully in the football spirit. That`s why we`re so excited to introduce our new football pitch ⚽️🎊We`ve secretly been working behind the scenes to improve our offering for professional football teams. The result? Our next generation pitch, which will be opening September 2026 🙌This new facility marks a huge milestone for us. With major sporting events coming up over the next couple of years, we`re future-proofing our sports offering. After all, champions don`t become victors overnight. It all starts with the trainingAlongside our new hybrid stitch pitch (just wait until you see the stitching, it`s so satisfying to watch!) we have also renovated our existing pitch to keep it up to professional standardsWe also offer teams:⚽️ Use of our state-of-the-art leisure club⚽️ 20-metre swimming pool⚽️ Efficient sports kit laundry services⚽️ 197 luxury bedrooms⚽️ Facilities for strategy meetings, physiotherapy and more Keep an eye on our socials as we share more updates on the new pitch before it opens in September. Please note, our football pitches are for professional teams onlySports training // World Cup 2026 // Football training // Luxury hotel in Cheshire // Sports training near Wrexham // Carden Park Hotel near Chester
Snapshots of what your summer could look like 😎With oversees travel feeling increasingly uncertain (not to mention more expensive than expected 😱), there`s never been a better time to discover the joy of a UK mini break. Plus, the longer you stay, the more you save☀️ Save up to £50 on a 2 night break away☀️ Save up to £90 on a 3 night getaway Book your staycation now and your future self will thank you 😉Spa hotel // Family holiday // Summer holiday // School`s out // Outdoor activities // Golf course // Golf days // Spa day // Vineyard // Where to stay in the UK // Cheshire luxury hotel
Tag your besties, it`s time to plan the next girls day out 💃Our upcoming Women`s Only Spa Days:🫧 14th July🫧 1st September🫧 4th November Girls spa day // Women`s only spa // Spas in Chester // Best spa in the UK // Halal friendly spa // Hijab friendly spa // Girls trip // Outdoor pool // Hot tub // Saunas // Indoor pool // The Spa at Carden Park Hotel
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Sunset views, cocktails in the pool, live music and good vibes all around 🎶Welcome to our Afterglow DJ Spa Nights 😎✨20th June✨6th August - NOW FULLY BOOKED✨17th September Spa Nights // DJ Spa // Girls Night // Date Night // Outdoor Pool // Sunsets
Father`s Day incoming 🚨Not sure what to get the man who has everything? We`ve got your covered. Explore our variety of gift experiences that the father figure in your life is sure to love 💙 Gift ideas // Father`s Day gift // Luxury gift experiences in Cheshire // Luxury golf hotel // Spa day // Spa treatments
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