I am in love with the Kentish country side. Some places seem to be unreal...as if from a painting,untouched and unspoilt.Our search for Kentish wines took us to Biddenden,the oldest vineyards in Kent. Its also the new home of friends David and Karen. The shop at the vineyard was full of elderly people on guided tours. I picked up a brilliant crisp and dry white made from ortega grapes. Wasnt too impressed with the red wine (dornfelder). Though smooth and easy drinking, I felt it lacked character.Streams of thoughts flow through my mind when I drive through this beautiful country side. I think of the people who live here. Do they realise what they have? Is life boring and monotonous or is it total bliss hidden away from the hustle and bustle?Some day I should have a home here in these endless meadows and valleys...etc etc. May was a great month for the restaurant. June has rolled on slowly and sleepishly. I have created a challenge for myself. The vision is to pass on skills in Eastern cookery to budding chefs from the local area. The first interview is tomorrow. People ridicule me when I talk of English boys making Naan breads and cooking South Indian Chettinad sauces.But somebody has to make a beginning. Lets wait and watch ...
Dev
