Truffles Restaurant

You could describe Truffles as a bit of a hidden gem in North Hampshire, as they offer fine modern European cuisine at sensible prices in a elegant setting, no wonder then that the AA has awarded them 2 Rosettes, a clear indication of the quality. The whole dining experience has been thought out with meticulous detail, you are automatically served with appetisers on arrival, given time to browse the extensive wine list and ponder the starters.

Scallops with pea purée, smoked bacon and sherry caramel should whet your appetite, or maybe saffron risotto with asparagus, shaved Parmesan, lemon and parsley. For your main course choose from the likes of slow-roast belly of pork with creamed Savoy cabbage, fondant potato and apple purée or grilled barramundi with crushed new potatoes, asparagus and citrus butter sauce - light yet indulgent.

Their food is decent value for money, with two courses for about £20 and three for a little more, so you might as well stay for dessert. With delights such as roasted almond pannacotta with blueberry compote and orange curd, you'd find it hard not to. Then let the attentive staff serve you coffee and petits fours as you wind down from your meal, feeling thoroughly at home in your warm, plush surroundings.