THE MAVEN

WINE & DINE THE MAVEN

Decadent dining awaits on the sixth floor of The Vermont Hotel. The Maven is one of the most stylish spots in town, offering mouthwatering menus, vibrant cocktails and breathtaking views of the River Tyne and Newcastle’s Quayside.

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The Maven takes its name from a young explorer who, from his home in Newcastle, set out on a culinary adventure, setting sail to eastern lands to acquire new knowledge on cuisine from around the world. He discovered new flavours, spices and techniques and returned to his hometown to share his foodie findings. Nestled in the heart of the city with far-reaching views across the Tyne, The Maven celebrates its home in the North East, with exotic flavours from travels thrown in for good measure. Elegantly furnished with plush velvet seating, dark mahogany tables and beautiful blooms, this luxuriously low-lit venue is the perfect place for cosy date night dinners, special occasions and private parties, mid-week suppers with friends and weekend gatherings with the whole family. The restaurant serves up seasonal flavours from all corners of the globe, an exquisite afternoon tea menu that caters for the whole family and all occasions, and delicious Sunday lunch options to round off the week in style.

Sunday best

The experienced chefs at The Maven aren’t afraid to experiment with flavours, so on Sundays, diners can expect exciting twists on the traditional dishes we all know and love. Alongside classic roasts, including a vegetarian option, diners can enjoy dishes such as Togarashi Spiced Salmon Fillet and Grilled Halloumi Shawarma Skewers. Noya Chicken Skewers and Tempura King Prawns are popular dishes from the starters menu and there’s a great range of sides, too, including Pigs in Blankets, Duck Fat Roasties and Braised Red Cabbage. Enjoy one course for £12.50, two for £16.95 or three for £20.95.

Dreamy dining

They say variety is the spice of life - and it’s certainly a huge part of The Maven’s ethos when it comes to food. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch or dinner, you’re a meat-eater, vegetarian or pescetarian, your tastebuds will be taken on a round-the-world tour, exploring and enjoying traditional dishes from the likes of Asia, India, America and the UK. Starters range from Sticky Pork Belly and Fresh Scottish Mussels to Goat’s Cheese Salad and spectacular Sharing Boards, while mains include Grilled Sea Bream Fillet, Morrocan Vegetable Tagine and a speciality ‘Maven Burger’ to name a few. And if dessert’s your thing, there’s plenty of sweet treats to settle on - everything from Sticky Toffee Pudding to Rhubarb & Ginger Crème Brûlée.

Morrocan vegetable tagine

SERVES 4

INGREDIENTS

1 white onion, sliced 1 clove garlic 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp harissa paste 2 small tins chopped tomatoes 150ml vegetable stock 100g dried fruit 100g chickpeas ½ bunch fresh coriander ½ bunch fresh parsley Olive oil

METHOD

Sauté onions in oil until soft. Add garlic and cook for around four minutes. Add ground cumin, cinnamon and harissa paste and stir until fragrant. Add chopped tomatoes and vegetable stock. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add the chickpeas and the dried fruit. Simmer until the sauce is thick. TIP: you can add any vegetables to the sauce - we use sweet potato, red peppers and courgette. You can also add chicken or lamb to this dish if you prefer a meat option.

TO SERVE

Serve with couscous, flatbread, fresh yoghurt and fresh coriander.