Fine dining restaurant, Elements in Bearsden, the first solo dining venture from chef Gary Townsend, has been awarded Three AA Rosettes in just six months of opening and is the only restaurant in Scotland to be awarded a Rosette Award this year.
Three Rosettes is denoted by the AA as having “achieved culinary standards that demand national recognition well beyond their local area. The cooking will be underpinned by the selection and sympathetic treatment of the highest quality ingredients. Timing, seasoning and the judgement of flavour combinations will be consistently excellent. These virtues will tend to be supported by other elements such as intuitive service and a well-chosen wine list.”
Formerly of Martin Wishart’s MICHELIN starred restaurant at Cameron House, and head chef of Glasgow’s prestigious Three AA Rosette One Devonshire Gardens, Gary’s menu includes North Sea Wild Halibut with shrimps, hen of the woods mushroom, and Highland Roe Deer reflecting his passion for sourcing local Scottish ingredients.
Gary said, “I am over the moon that our wee restaurant has gained this prestigious recognition from The AA so soon after opening. It’s a goal we’d set for the team from the very beginning, and we’ve put our heart and soul into creating a memorable and special experience for our guests. I’m delighted beyond words, it’s testament to our continually evolving menu, our hard work and dedication to excellence. We’re excited for the future and so grateful to our wonderful customers and suppliers for their continued support ”.