Fraiche (Birkenhead)

• I was pleased with the menu when it arrived
• I was especially looking forward to the first course of pork belly as I am generally drawn towards pork belly when it is on any menu
• We perused the wine list along with the first snack of spiced pecan nuts and soon our amuse bouche was conjured up in front of us
• Liquid nitrogen was used to prepare our cucumber and lime granite on a pineapple and mint salad
• I remember during my last visit I had a cucumber palette cleanser so this one was nothing too special
• Given that they only serve 8 10 diners at a time it meant securing a reservation was proving frustratingly difficult
• We returned a few months after our first visit and if anything it was even better this time
• Favourite dishes on this occasion were the Celeriac Lasagna and the beautiful Sussex Venison
• The desserts are also very strong

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