139-141 Loughborough Road, Mountsorrel, LE12 7AR
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Summary
North of Leicester, in part of the East Midlands not over-burdened with top eateries, John Duffin’s family-owned venue is a particularly high achiever. Now in its tenth year, it’s part of the family farm (Stonehurst Farm) where he grew up and which helps supply the kitchen (and there are also cottages available for overnight stays). Choose in the evening from a five-course or seven-course tasting menu for £100 and £120 per person respectively: “excellent accessible cuisine at a realistic price” that’s “always a delight”.
Summary
“The on-site farm is great for a wander” before or after a meal at John Duffin’s family-owned venue, which uses produce from the surrounding property where he grew up (and you can also stay in one of his family’s converted cottages). A renowned culinary spark in part of the Midlands with a dearth of decent eateries, all reports applaud it as a “gem with superb food” and “such friendly staff” too.
Summary
John Duffin was born on the farm where he now cooks (as part of the family business incorporating a petting farm and motor museum), and which provides some of the produce for its farm-to-plate ethos. All reports applaud its “superb” cooking and declare a visit “a wonderful experience” that’s “exceptional value for money”.
Summary
“Always a winner, John (Duffin) delivers every time”, enthuse fans of his well-regarded venture, which they acclaim for its “exceptional food and wonderful service”. It’s a “fascinating location”, on the site of his family’s farm, which informs the farm-to-plate ethos, delivering “excellent, reasonably priced” food (à la carte or tasting menu) and there’s a certain “something about this place that makes it a lovely occasion”.
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Owner's description
Born in 1985 in rural Leicestershire, John Duffin grew up on the family farm in Mountsorrel. Having been surrounded by food all his life he began cooking at the age of 14, taking up a part time position at local Leicestershire restaurant Langs where, after leaving school, he continued to work his way though the ranks of the restaurant for the next five years.
Aged 21 John took up a position as chef de partie at the one michelin star Fischer’s at Baslow Hall under Head Chef Rupert Rowley. It was at Fischer’s John first developed his passion for high quality, home-grown produce, combining his farming background with his flair for fine dining.
Keen to develop his career and technique further, John made a move to London in 2009 to work under Gary Rhodes at the one michelin star Rhodes W1 located at the Cumberland Hotel in Marble Arch. Following this he worked under Clause Bosi at the two michelin star Hibiscus, Mayfair, where he further developed his taste for innovative dishes, showcasing the best seasonal British produce. Moving on to a brief spell under Marcus Wareing at his acclaimed two michelin star restaurant at The Berkeley, John began working under Agnar Sverrisson at the one michelin star Texture in Marble Arch. While working at Texture John evolved his technique, taking a lead from the restaurant’s light, modern cooking style which allowed the flavours and textures of the produce to take centre stage. This love of fresh, clean cooking carried him to his next position working under the renowned Simon Rogan at his London pop-up restaurant Roganic, where he again had the opportunity to showcase the best British, organic, seasonal ingredients.
John’s passion for high quality, local, seasonal produce brought him back to his roots in 2014 when he opened his first restaurant, John’s House, on the family farm in Mountsorrel, Leicestershire. Bringing together all of his experience at the head of his own restaurant the menu at John’s House changes with the seasons, and John champions a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy, sourcing local, British ingredients, many of which originate on the family farm.
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £25.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Restaurant details
139-141 Loughborough Road, Mountsorrel, LE12 7AR
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑7:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6 pm‑7:30 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
