food and drink for racing at home
No day at the races is complete without enjoying a spot of delicious food! Whether it is in one of our popular raceday restaurants or in one of the concessions we have on-site, we have something for every palate.
Although you cannot be on course right now, we're on hand to provide inspiration for the perfect raceday accompaniments, from great bakes to exclusive seasonal recipes.
the perfect picnic
Whatever the weather, what better way to spend your afternoon than in front of quality racing action and tucking into a few picnic favourites! Follow our guide to find out exactly what makes the Great British Picnic - as found at Epsom Down's Derby Festival - and recreate it at home.
How about making this picnic a little bit fancy? Try out this simple yet delicious dish of focaccia and rosemary Camembert - always a crowd-pleaser on a raceday.
Finally, no picnic is complete without cake! Have you tried our Chef’s recipe for the perfect lemon drizzle? Give it a go and enjoy with a cup of tea throughout the afternoon. Or, why not try out our brilliant flapjacks for a quick and easy sweet treat!
Cook up a storm with our chefs as they reveal some of their favourite recipes, featured at some of our restaurants.
Starters
Thai Pumpkin & Coconut soup
The perfect lunchtime warmer brought to you from Head Chef Warren O'Connor.
Frazer's Onion Soup
Our Culinary Director Frazer Wilson recommends one of his favourite recipes.
Scotch egg with a twist
Head Chef Warren O' Connor takes us through how to make his favourite snack.
Mains
Clapshot and Sausages with Caramelised Onion Gravy
Sausage and mash, with a twist. This hearty plate of food is perfect those long winter nights.
Crispy Crackling Pork & Fruity Couscous
Created by our Frazer Wilson, Director of Culinary at The Jockey Club Catering, this is the ultimate Sunday lockdown roast.
Roast sirloin and crunchy roast potatoes
Head Chef Warren O' Connor explains how to enhance your Sunday roast with this tasty sirloin dish.
Braised shank of Herdwick lamb
This weeks recipe is the perfect comfort food recipe for winter from our Senior Sous Chef, Lawrie Jeffries,
Escalope of Turkey
Lawrie Jeffries Head Chef at Warwick has the perfect Winter dish Escalope of Turkey.
Deep fried Hake In Beer Batter
Head Chef Warren O'Connor brings us one of the ultimate food pairings this week. A take on the traditional Fish and Chips.
Desserts
Grasmere Style Gingerbread
Although home baking may not be as in vogue as the last lockdown this recipe is worth raiding the larder for once more!
Chocolate Fondant & Whipped Cream
DESSERT
Head Chef Warren O' Connor, takes us through how to make his favourite dessert Chocolate Fondant with whipped cream - warning, it is extremely yummy!
Chocolate Tart
A sweet treat for the weekend.
Lemon Drizzle Cake
A tasty treat with minimal ingredients!
Winter Pear Charlotte
Senior Sous Chef Lawrence Jeffries serves up a classic winter pudding with a delicious Whiskey Custard - delicious!
Vegan lemon cheese cake
Head Chef Warren O' Connor brings us a sweet dessert that requires no cooking - perfect for all the family.