Sale has become a notable destination for foodies in recent years, brimming with various casual dining and lunch locales. But for a special occasion, we suggest The Perfect Match.
The core idea revolves around the perfect pairing of wine and food to amplify both flavours. Each dish comes with a wine recommendation, curated by sommelier Andrea. Expect pairings like rabbit and leek pie with Sangiovese (Italy’s Chianti grape), glazed pork cheeks and hash browns with a semi-dry Riesling, or beetroot-cured chalk stream trout with a soft Provence rosé. Andrea, who previously worked at Gordon Ramsay’s Savoy Grill, met his match in Jazz, a chef, and together they envisioned their establishment.
If you like to select your own perfect match, the wine list is more extensive than most small neighbourhood eateries, featuring a ‘top shelf’ selection of fine wines at surprisingly reasonable prices. The team also offer a tasty, seasonal bistro lunch menu on a Saturday, where you can get two courses for £30, and three for £35. Service at The Perfect Match is top-notch, and they also serve a remarkably good value Sunday roast.