Chinese New Year at Lime Cross, Bonsai, Chinese Painting, Chinese Menu- Fri Feb 20th

The evening begins with a Chinese painting demonstration and a Bonsai growing presentation from Derek Brooks of the Eastbourne & Wealden Bonsai Club.
 

Followed by a spectacular three-course menu:

 Starter

Lime and Ginger Crab Spring Rolls with Sweet Chilli Sauce (*V)

Peking Style Crispy Vegetable Dumplings with Hot and Sour Sauce

Roast Duck Plum Puffs with Sticky Hoisin Sauce (*V)

* Vegetarian alternative available on request

Main

Char Sui Chinese Pork

Schezan style Sea Bass with Wok Fried Vegetables

Ginger Sweet Tofu with Pak Choi served with Jasmine Rice or Singapore Noodles

and Stir Fried Black Beans and Peppers (V)

Dessert

Banana and Mango Spring Rolls with Coconut and Chocolate Sauce

Tropical Fruit Salad with Lemongrass Syrup

Lychee and Ginger Sorbet

Fortune Cookies

Booking Essential

Please ring 01323 833229 for reservations

E mail info@limecross.co.uk to reserve a place

Grafting at Lime Cross Nursery - The How's and Why's - Part 1

Grafting is an ancient technique that has been practiced for thousands of years, initially by the Chinese before 2000 BC. Today grafting is carried out on a commercial basis, for scientific purposes and by enthusiasts.

Grafted conifers in the humidity tent

Here at Lime Cross Nursery we have been grating conifers, trees and shrubs since the 1980s.  Jonathan Tate was a former member of the International Plant Propagators Society, but learnt the art of grafting from fellow plantsmen in Holland. As well as Jonathan, David, who has been at the nursery since the 1980’s is an expert grafter and he now heads up the grafting, along with Mark who has been at the nursery since 1977.

The process sounds simple but it takes precision and expertise to achieve good results!

Potted grafts

Vicky Tate cutting the scion

A wedge is sliced from the stem of the host plant (rootstock) using a sharpened and disinfected penknife.  A matching slice is cut into the stem of the plant to be grafted (scion) revealing the cambium layers.  These layers are placed together and bound tightly to secure.

The grafts are then transferred to a humidity tent where they are kept shaded and humid for several months.  Following this, the grafts are then re-potted and allowed to grow on, under Mark and David's watchful eye.

The grafted plants will go through various stages before they are finally ready to be sold on the nursery!

Chez Olive Bistro- 13th Feb Valentines Eve with Live Guitar Music by Leo

 Orders 7:00-9:00 pm- Booking Essential

 N.B- Wines by the glass available to match each course and open for pre-tasting, discounts on case rate ordering on the night.

Aperitif 

Herstmonceux La Vie en Rose Cocktail

Henners 2010 (Sparkling wine from Herstmonceux), Rose Petals, Rose Syrup and Orange Liquor £6.00 

Glass of Henners 2010 £5.50

To Start

Oysters Two Ways, Au Naturel or Champagne Sauce 6 for £12.00/ 12 for £22.00

Pan-fried Almond Crusted Goats Cheese with Roasted Beetroot and Watercress, Basil, Parmesan and Smoked Almond Dressing £6.25

Spiced Pea Shots with Cheddar Sables £4.95

Main

Ashmore Farm Beef Fillet and Prosciutto Wellington £22.50

Pan Fried Salmon with Curried Mussels £11.95

Vegetable Crepes with Fondue Cheese Sauce £10.50
Chicken with Morels in a White Wine & Leek Sauce £12.50

(All served with Sauté Potatoes with Lemon and Honey, Green Beans with Ginger and Mustard, Carrot Puree with Carrot Crisps) 

Pudding

Salted Caramel and Chocolate Profiteroles £6.25

Pistachio Meringues with Rose Water Cream and Cardamom Crisps £5.95

Rhubarb and Lemongrass Fool with Rhubarb Lemonade £5.75

 Cheese and Biscuits with a Glass of Pudding Wine of your choice £8.75

Finish the night with….

Shot of Helen's Home Made Limoncello £2.00 (50ml)

Maury Vin Doux Naturel £4.00 glass (50ml)

Terrarium Workshop with Emma & Tom from London Terrariums- 12th April 5:30

 

Learn how to make your very own Terrarium with Emma & Tom (owners of London Terrariums)  Terrariums are mini living landscapes made using real plants, they look incredible and are extremely versatile.

£40.00 pp, which includes all materials, detailed instruction and a glass of fizz to end the evening.

Call 01323 833229- shop to reserve your space.