The Cheshire Cat: The Cheshire Cat
Given that we were on the 'Chasing the Cheshire Cat' mini-roadtrip, it was only fitting that our lunch stop was at the Cheshire Cat pub/inn, in Christleton. Even though it was Sunday, and the place was quite full, the service was fast and efficient. Our orders were taken in 2-3 minutes, and food began arriving 10 minutes later, with minimal interval between the courses. The menu looked more imaginative than your average pub lunch - among things we had were creme brulee, chicken, mushroom and pork pate, hunter's chicken, seabass. There was also a good selection of wine and beer (sadly, not for me as I was the driver on the trip). Prices were reasonable for somebody used to eating in London. For the two of us - each ordered a starter, main, desert and coffee (plus soft drinks for me and wine for the other half) - we paid GBP 70, which included about 10% tip. Close call between hunter's...













