Driftwood

South Cornwall


Chef Chris Eden has worked wonders at this hotel restaurant since taking it over, and it's one of only a handful of places in Cornwall to sport a shiny Michelin star. As such, you can expect seriously fine dining here: creative flavours, top-quality ingredients and presentation that borders on art. It feels formal: white tablecloths, tasteful art, picture windows.


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