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Ethicurean crowdfunds ‘to stand chance of being here next summer’
One of the most acclaimed restaurants in the Bristol area has launched a crowdfunder to enable them “to stand a chance of still being here next summer”.
The Ethicurean is hoping to raise £10,000 in ten days with their crowdfunder and festive prize draw as it joins other hospitality businesses in finding increasingly creative ways to survive.
The Wrington restaurant is offering guests and supporters the chance to win three exclusive, money-can’t-buy experiences.
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The three prizes are:
- Ethicurean head chef Mark McCabe cooking a feast for up to six people in the comfort of their own home
- The full Ethicurean Experience for ten people in the restaurant’s private dining room
- A foraging and cooking experience with Ethicurean co-founder, Matthew Pennington
The Ethicurean is contained within a Victorian walled garden – photo: The Ethicurean
Ethicurean co-founder Matthew Pennington said that it is currently a “brutal” time for restaurants.
“Independent hospitality businesses are facing the perfect storm of tricky conditions. From increased energy costs to staff shortages and ongoing supply chain issues to stacking food costs, we are by no means out of the woods.
“Our whole industry is facing a challenging winter, and our beautiful but out-of-town location means we’ve always been less busy over the festive period, as guests opt for the bustling bright lights of the city centre.
“In the past, we’ve generally steered away from these sorts of activities, but this time we need to ask our community for support if we’re going to stand a chance of still being here next summer.”
The Ethicurean won Best Ethical Eats at the Observer Food Monthly Awards 2011 – photo: Martin Booth
Ethicurean head chef Mark McCabe said: “So many of you helped support us during the lockdowns, and earlier this year, when we asked you to dig deep for Ukraine, you again showed up in force.
“This time, we’re asking you to consider buying a ticket (or as many as you feel able) in support of the restaurant itself.
“Not only do you have the chance to gift some truly spectacular prizes, but you’ll also be helping to relieve a little of the pressure that so many great hospitality businesses find themselves facing this winter.”
To take part in the Ethicurean’s festive prize draw, visit www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/ethicurean-festive
The Ethcurean offers unrivalled panoramic views – photo: Iain Pennington
Main photo: Adam Sargent
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- Michelin green star for The Ethicurean
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