New chef, new menu and new fire at The Old Warehouse

The Old Warehouse, Kingsbridge, re-opened its doors in style last week, with a sold-out launch evening showcasing the exciting new menu, the talents of new Head Chef, Iain Dawson, and featuring live music. 

Born in Canada, new Head Chef Iain became the captain of the Canadian Junior Culinary Team before moving to the UK to cut his teeth in Heston Blumenthal’s kitchens in Bray. He has most recently worked locally at The Millbrook Inn in South Pool and the Live & Let Live Inn near Totnes, gaining a culinary reputation and a foodie following at both.  

Iain, who now lives in Kingsbridge, is fascinated by fire (where cooking is concerned!), so much so that it’s become deeply ingrained in his culinary style. Taking quality ingredients and cooking them over the intense heat of a charcoal grill, or the more gentle caress of an outdoor smoker, he creates simple dishes with incredible flavours.

Sam Jones, co-founder of The Old Warehouse, said: "Our new menus have been designed to reflect Iain’s approach to honest and familiar dishes, cooked with purpose, experience and passion, with something for everyone, whether enjoying coffee or lunch with friends, an early supper with the family, a homemade burger and a pint listening to live music or an exciting two or three course dinner with wine."

Iain added: "We are adventurous in the sense of what we bring to the table through our experience, but humble enough to let the ingredients speak for themselves, presenting them in a manner that will make customers feel happy and homely.

"We want customers to see our new menus as approachable and fun, to tie in with the ethos of The Old Warehouse as the place to visit two to three times a week for brunch, lunch, dinner, drinks, snacks, a bowl of soup, a cup of coffee, a slice of cake, some live music or an event."

L-R: Head Chef Iain Dawson, Duty Manager Ellie Hession, and Chef de Partie Jamie Wilton, who have all joined the team at The Old Warehouse – credit Rachel Hoile Photography

Sam continued: "We have been thrilled to see the reaction to our new menus and style of cooking in our first week since re-opening! The reviews have been absolutely fantastic and it’s been fabulous to see the place so busy with both regular customers and new faces. Bookings are coming in thick and fast, so book ahead now to avoid any disappointment!"

In addition to fabulous food and drink, the team at The Old Warehouse in Kingsbridge continues to bring great music to the area, with its free entry Every Folkin’ Tuesday nights being enjoyed by locals and visitors to the area alike throughout the year and its ticketed Sunday Sessions usually sold-out in advance.

It has also become a popular venue for private events and parties, with occasions including milestone birthdays, engagements, small weddings and staff parties all being celebrated here.

The Old Warehouse is also home to award-winning Moonhoney Meadery – with the new menu featuring mead brewed on the premises in some of the new dishes. 

If you have not yet visited The Old Warehouse what are you waiting for? Pop in to find out what all the buzz is about and to support this proudly independent, locally owned and managed business in the heart of Kingsbridge. 

To book a table for lunch or dinner at The Old Warehouse, visit the website via their SouthHams.com listing: The Old Warehouse - Pubs, Clubs & Bars in Kingsbridge - South Hams - Devon | SouthHams.com, call 01548 852500 or just pop in. 

The website is also where you can get your tickets and details of future Sunday Sessions and other upcoming events at The Old Warehouse. To make an enquiry about hosting your event at The Old Warehouse email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..