Throughout the last year the Money blog has been asking Michelin chefs to pick their favourite cheap eats - a meal for two for less than £40 - in their part of the UK. Read the full list below. The Cedar Marlow. Recommended by Tom De Keyser, head chef at Tom Kerridge's two-starred The Hand and Flowers: "It's a fantastic coffee shop and spot for a lovely lunch. I always have the pastrami bagel which is brilliant, my wife loves the chicken shawarma salad, and my young daughter has a fluffy bowl of scrambled eggs. You can happily feed the three of us with a couple of delicious coffees for less than £40.".
The Butcher's Tap and Grill, Marlow. Recommended by Sarah Hayward from the one Michelin-starred The Coach, in Marlow: "A great spot to pop in for some pub snacks or a fantastic burger, or for something a little bit special you can choose a cut from the butcher's counter like a pork tomahawk or T-bone steak. The chefs will cook it exactly how you like it!". The Fish House, Ely. Recommended by James Knappett, chef-patron of two Michelin-starred Kitchen Table in London: "I make sure to visit whenever I head home to Cambridgeshire. I'm from Soham, so Ely is the closest city and The Fish House has consistently served up great food over the years. My order is a small cod and chips, plus a battered sausage, mushy peas and curry sauce.".
The Pantry in Newmarket. Recommended by Daniel Clifford, chef patron at two Michelin-starred Midsummer House in Cambridge: "They cook everything fresh with local ingredients and the menu selection is interesting. There's always something you fancy on the menu. Best for breakfast.". Steak and Honour. Daniel Clifford says: "Run by a lovely couple, this is the best burger restaurant in Cambridge.". Yippee Noodle Bar.
"Quick, easy and extremely tasty," Daniel Clifford says. "This is my go-to with the kids for a quick dinner fix.". Fat Pepper, Wadebridge. Recommended by Jack Stein, from The Seafood Restaurant in Padstow: "A brilliant sandwich shop. They make their own bread and take sandwiches to another level with amazing fillings and the best cold cuts, plus they have XXL breakfast burritos and special guest takeovers. You can easily get two sandwiches and a selection of soft drinks or beer for £40 for two people.".
The Gurnard's Head, St Ives. Jack Stein says: "The pub has a quintessential Cornish feel, located on the Atlantic coast between St Ives and St Just in a beautiful setting, and menus change depending on the season, with local ingredients.". Barnecutt Pasties, multiple locations. "This has been in business in Cornwall for over 90 years and they're pretty legendary," Jack Stein says. "£40 will get you a very generous selection of their handmade Cornish pasties using their secret recipe - think steak and stilton, cheese and onion and mixed vegetables. Plus, grab some of their famous doughnuts and cakes.".
Roundhouse in Penzance. Recommended by Bradley Monk from the award-winning One Fish Street in St Ives: "Joel makes the most incredible focaccia sandwiches at this little spot in Penzance. The lightest focaccia you will try, with just the right level of saltiness.". Blas in St Ives. Bradley Monk says: "While being well known for their burgers - which are also delicious - it's the rotisserie chicken I'm recommending.".
Little Palais in St Ives. Bradley Monk says this is "stretching the budget slightly, but it's totally worth it as it's utterly delicious". "The cocktails are sublime, the cheeseboard is by far the best in the area, and the ever-changing selection of small plates are always divine. The view from the window table doesn't hurt, either.". Homeground, Windermere. Recommended by Ollie Bridgwater, executive chef at the one-starred SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel: "This is my go-to brunch place of choice. Brunch is served until close and the menu has a variety of sweet and savoury options. My personal favourite is the Homeground Sarnie which includes both smoked back bacon and streaky bacon, a fried egg, smashed avocado, hash browns, caramelised red onion and leaves and is served in a sourdough ciabatta.".
Toast, Windermere. "Their whole concept is around serving toasted sandwiches in Shokupan bread," says Ollie Bridgwater. "Shokupan is a Japanese milk loaf, which when toasted is the perfect bread for toasties - they bake the Shokupan on site daily so it's the freshest it can be. They have a range of fillings, including plant-based options, and their teriyaki pulled mushrooms toastie with pulled mushrooms, teriyaki marinade, cheese, spring onion and sweet mayo is delicious.".
The Brown Horse Inn, Winster. Ollie Bridgwater says: "Quite simply, a really good pub. It's family-owned, has a varied food and drink offering that celebrates local produce and always guarantees a warm welcome for all - families and dogs included. It was even Cumbria's best pub and bar in last year's National Pub and Bar Awards.". Barua/Lake Road Brunch, Keswick. Recommended by Jack Bond, chef-owner of Michelin-starred The Cottage in the Wood in Cumbria: "A brunch spot by day, and Indian street food by night in Keswick. The menu is made up of delicious sharing plates, predominantly veggie, with loads of flavour and different textures. The dosa is a standout dish and the tower of onion bhajis!".
