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9th
March 2023
British Pie Week
James Tanner chicken and ham pie with smoked gammon, leeks, carrots and celery
5th
December 2019
Twenty years of Tanners
James and Chris reflect on a career spanning two decades, changes in their industry, and why diversification is key to longevity in the hospitality business
13th
October 2019
Seasonal cocktails at The Kentish Hare
Bar manager Eszter Boswell talks about the inspiration behind her new autumn drinks menu
5th
September 2019
The perfect day out at The Kentish Hare
It may be September, but you can still make the most of the great outdoors during your next visit! Read on for some inspiring ideas in and around our award-winning pub and restaurant
11th
August 2019
Review: Our best bottles by the glass
One Kentish Hare customer explains why our Coravin wine measurements are well worth raising a glass to
11th
July 2019
The Kentish Hare hops to Pub in the Park
Find out what we have in store at the biggest local food festival of 2019
21st
May 2019
Celebrating five years of The Kentish Hare
We reflect on a night to remember for the fifth birthday of our Bidborough restaurant
3rd
May 2019
Introducing new head chef David Boswell
We sit down with the man behind the menus at The Kentish Hare, to find out what makes him tick in the kitchen
23rd
March 2019
Food and drink events at The Kentish Hare
We have plenty of pop-ups, cooking demos, food festivals and more lined up for 2019!
11th
January 2019
Pub in The Park 2019
Guess who's back...
3rd
August 2018
Summer Newsletter
1st
February 2018
Pub in The Park
We're delighted to be at Tom Kerridge's food & music festival - Pub in The Park - in Tunbridge Wells this Summer! We'll be there serving our best dishes, so come & have a try, wash it down with a craft brew & some headline music!
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January 2018
Foil-Wrapped Baked Salmon with Chilli, Orange, Soy & Spring Onion
New year, new you? Start 2018 the right way with this tasty recipe from the Tanner Brothers. Quick, easy and delicious, it's packed with great ingredients and is positively bursting with flavour.
13th
December 2017
Simple Cranberry and Citrus Stuffing
Try this delicious alternative to traditional stuffing. It's perfecr for
7th
December 2017
The Best Christmas Turkey
For the best Christmas turkey, choose a free-range bird - and be sure to follow the specified cooking times.
24th
October 2017
Bonfire Night Toffee Apple Treats
Try the Tanner Brothers' tasty toffee apple to make sure Bonfire Night goes with a bang!
29th
August 2017
Brioche Crusted Lamb Rack with Peas and Sherry
Celebrate British Lamb Week with this delicious recipe - perfect for an impressive Sunday lunch!
25th
July 2017
Marinated Skirt Steak
This Mexican-inspired marinade recipe is a flavour sensation, and can really liven up a simple skirt steak. Skirt is a much cheaper cut of steak, but although not as tender as fillet it can be a real treat if prepped well and cooked on the barbecue!
22nd
July 2017
Great British Pub Awards 2017
We have secured a place in the finals of the prestigious Great British Pub Awards.
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June 2017
Kent Live
10 great pub gardens to try this summer
11th
May 2017
CHARLIE BOND HEADS FOR DINNER AT THE KENTISH HARE TO DISCOVER WHAT MAKES THIS LOCAL EATERY SO SPECIAL
Have a read of what the editor of the SO Magazine of Tunbridge Wells had to say when she came for dinner at The Kentish Hare
9th
May 2017
Gluten Free Coconut Cherry Cupcakes with Swirl Butter Frosting
Celebrate Coeliac Awareness Week with Chris and James fruity coconut cherry cupcakes with swirl butter frosting, proving that gluten free does not have to be boring!
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May 2017
Citrus & Chilli Smashed Avocado
A simple, rustic version of guacamole with a chilli Tabasco hit, served with gem lettuce and tortillas. The perfect way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
11th
April 2017
Easter Egg Chocolate cake
Impress your friends and family this Easter with our tasty Easter Egg Chocolate Cake recipe!
6th
April 2017
Spring Newsletter
Spring has sprung...
27th
January 2016
Winner - Best Newcomer 2016
Brothers Chris & James Tanner with General Manager Melvyn Strange picked up the award for Best Newcomer at the top 50 Gastro Pubs awards presented by 2 Michelin starred chef Tom Kerridge. The Kentish Hare also got ranked 33 in the top 50.
25th
November 2015
The Kentish Hare reaches final 3 for the Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastro Pubs in England
We are pleased to announce that we have reached the final 3 for best newcomer award in the Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastro Pubs in England, Its such a great achievement to reach this stage as in 2015 we were voted as one to watch in the same awards.
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September 2015
The Times Alfresco Top 50 Pubs
10th
February 2015
Our recent Award Achievements
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