The Nut Tree Inn and Galvin Green Man Announce Exclusive Menu Exchange This January

The Michelin stars align with a cross-county menu swap between two celebrated British kitchens

This January, two of Britain’s most celebrated countryside pubs, the Nut Tree Inn, the Oxfordshire gem which has proudly held a Michelin Star since 2008, led by Michelin-starred chef Mike North his wife Imogen and the Galvin Green Man in Essex, founded by Michelin-starred brothers Chris and Jeff Galvin and proudly holding a Bib Gourmand, are coming together for an exclusive culinary collaboration.

For two nights only, on 15th January in Chelmsford, Essex and 29th January in Oxfordshire,

diners are invited to experience a unique menu exchange crafted by the award-winning chefs, showcasing the best of each pub’s kitchens. The collaboration will see each pub host a ‘one night only’ four-course menu, with the chefs from both venues stepping into the same kitchen and cooking side-by-side to serve guests dishes that highlight their creativity, craftsmanship and shared passion for elevated British gastronomy.

On 15th January, Glavin Green Man will host The Nut Tree Inn, whilst on 29th January The Nut Tree Inn will host Galvin Green Man.

15th January: The Nut Tree Inn at Galvin Green Man

At Galvin Green Man, guests will be welcomed with a collaborative menu that blends the refined craftsmanship of The Nut Tree Inn with the signature precision of the Galvin kitchen. The evening begins with The Nut Tree Inn’s beautifully balanced Salad of Cornish crab, paired with bright citrus fruits, chilli and coriander to create a fresh and delicate start to the meal. This is followed by a Galvin-crafted middle course of a classic Fillet of sole ‘Veronique’, served with a luxurious Champagne sauce and complemented by sea vegetables. For the main course, The Nut Tree Inn presents an elevated take on Guinea fowl, featuring roast breast alongside a rich leg tart, finished with morel and Madeira sauce, hazelnut and a velvety truffle cream. To finish, the Galvin team serves up a light and fragrant Yorkshire rhubarb soufflé, complete with crumble and milk ice cream.

29th January: Galvin Green Man at The Nut Tree Inn

When the collaboration moves to Oxfordshire, diners at The Nut Tree Inn will experience a menu shaped by Galvin’s celebrated classics and The Nut Tree Inn’s creative, produce-led approach. The evening opens with Galvin’s indulgent Lasagne of Dorset crab, enriched with beurre Nantaise and finished with fresh pea shoots for a buttery, elegant start. The second course, crafted by The Nut Tree Inn, features Roasted veal sweetbreads served atop a pearl barley and Jerusalem artichoke risotto, brought together with a subtle maple glaze for depth and warmth. For the main, the Galvin team showcases a Roast Cumbrian fillet and slow cooked beef cheek, served alongside truffle mash and a rich Bordelaise sauce. The menu concludes with a Nut Tree Inn favourite, the comforting Sticky toffee pudding with caramel apple and vanilla ice cream, for a nostalgic and indulgent finale.

Both The Nut Tree Inn and Galvin Green Man have earned loyal followings for their refined yet comforting approach to British dining. This January’s menu exchange celebrates that shared ethos, bringing together two standout teams, two storied pubs and two distinct culinary philosophies. Beyond the dishes themselves, the collaboration invites guests to experience the distinct character and charm of each of the cosy countryside pubs. Across both locations, guests can expect an atmosphere that feels both elevated and deeply inviting, with warming fireplaces, exceptional food and an understated elegance that makes for the ultimate winter evening.