Let’s Go Outside... Those balmy summer evenings call for dinner ‘al fresco’, or in Welsh, ‘yn yr awyr iach’. Lowri Haf Cooke enjoys the early-evening breeze at prime outdoor supper spots all over Wales. Gwesty Tŷ Newydd, Aberdaron After a jaunt to Uwchmynydd, overlooking Ynys Enlli, make your way down through the heather and gorse to Gwesty Tŷ Newydd. Savour fresh Pen Llŷn crab and lobster, or Cwrw Llŷn battered cod and chips – and don’t forget the side-order of ‘pys slwtsh’. Take in the fresh sea air and the stunning view of Aberdaron’s mile-long beach. For a taste of Welsh culture with your ’sgod a sglod’ supper, time your visit to coincide with Gŵyl Pendraw’r Byd – Tŷ Newydd is at the centre of this vibrant music fest, usually held towards the end of summer. Gwesty Tŷ Newydd, Aberdaron, Pwllheli LL52 0HU; tel: 01758 760207
Dylan’s, Cricieth At peak-times during summer, there is a queue for over an hour to grab a premium seat outside Dylan’s restaurant in Cricieth. To cope with demand, cool Welsh blankets are provided to enjoy the beach view with a ‘Menai Mojito’ in hand! It’s definitely worth the wait, for the starter of ‘Tacos Angharad’, followed by a wood-fired pizza or classic Menai ‘moules marinière’. If you’re famished, there’s plenty of tables inside, in one of Clough Williams-Ellis’ Art-Deco architectural gems. The best advice? Arrive extra early, and wear your ‘siwt nofio’ underneath; pray for a wait, go for a refreshing dip, before an epic Eifionydd feast! Dylan’s, Maes y Môr, Cricieth LL52 0HU; tel: 01766 522773
Bwyty Mawddach, Llanelltyd Would Madam or Sir like a view like no other, in the fresh Meirionnydd air? Follow the Mawddach trail up to Llanelltyd, near Dolgellau, and prepare to be blown away! Chef Ifan Dunn, formerly of Cardiff ’s Da Venditto and Laguna Restaurant, Park Plaza – returned home to Llanelltyd in 2010. His family farm now includes a contemporary restaurant with a wow-factor view of Cadair Idris. Time it right in July, and savour his brother Will’s Spring lamb, for a Sunday lunch to remember. And when the temperature hits high, go for a Negroni outside, followed by a Crab Linguine or Haddock Risotto. Bwyty Mawddach, Llanelltyd, Dolgellau LL40 2TA; tel: 01341 421752
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