WOOD Manchester, created by chef Simon Wood, is marking its sixth year at its First Street location with a new menu (launching 10th August).
WOOD has firmly established itself within the dining scene in the city and the new menu will introduce its seasonal produce-led approach and classic flavours with a more casual approach to dining.
The new menu at WOOD moves away from the tasting menu format to one focused around small and big plates, but still retaining its fine dining qualities and personality. The result will be that diners can try an array of dishes or simply have a few small plates and a glass of wine – all to suit their social occasion, be it a working lunch, a pre-theatre treat, or a full-on family celebration.
Simon Wood said: “WOOD has always been about bringing passion and creativity together to meet powerful flavours in an unintimidating environment and this still rings true.
“We are all about welcoming diners to an exciting place to experience high quality dishes in quietly luxurious surroundings and the dishes we have created offer playful flavour combinations, that make a fun dining experience that really delivers.”
The new format presents a relaxed experience with more choice to suit all occasions and combines new dishes full of flavour alongside some of the most popular dishes loved by the many fans of WOOD.
The menu features favourites including Koji Cured Bavette and Simon’s cheeky take on Ham, Egg and Chips; plus some exciting new dishes such as chicken glazed lamb sweetbreads and celeriac shawarma.
The restaurant’s Josper Charcoal grill will remain at the core of the cooking and the menu will feature a showcase selection of Fire and Flame dishes including BBQ Hen of the Woods, Herb Smoked Bacon Chop and Monkfish XO.
All dishes will continue to use responsibly sourced ingredients and from local suppliers where possible.
Wood continues: “We are looking forward to bringing this new chapter. Over the years we have built some great friendships here at WOOD and we can’t wait to make new ones.
“The beating heart of our kitchen, our huge pass, will be full of action and it will be a true experience. I am so proud of what we have achieved as a team here and cannot wait to welcome new people to be part of our story.”
During its six years in the city, WOOD has continually evolved and created memorable offerings from Tomahawk Tuesdays, Fine dining, Wood at Home and Homage.
Dishes on the new menu start from £7
Opening hours at WOOD are
Wednesday – Saturday from 5pm and lunch Thursday – Saturday from midday.
