The White Oak Opens
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with thanks to Greene King for some of the photographs
Saturday
8th November was the launch night for the White Oak. The White Oak
previously Spencers has gone through a massive refurbishment and extension
over the last few months with a resulting cool, sophisticated
atmosphere, described as French rustique, which will be a pleasure to
visit. The aim of the owners is to provide
a relaxed, informal atmosphere with excellent food, wine and
service. but to retain the quaint characteristics of the charming old
building, but brought into the 21st century with a stylish,
chic interior and first class food and service.
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Henry Cripps, Lady Wogan, Sir Terry Wogan and Katherine Cripps |
The White Oak is the brainchild of owners Henry and Katherine Cripps who run the hugely popular gastro-pub The Greene Oak in Oakley Green, and they will be following the same successful format at The White Oak with their chefs using fresh seasonal, free-range and organic produce, where possible. The main menu and daily specials will be a blend of classic British and modern European dishes.
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Sir Terry Wogan |
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| There was quite a gathering of people to launch the White Oak, both from Cookham and further afield, including Katherine's Dad, Terry Wogan. | ||
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Former TV presenter Michael Barratt and White Oak manager Andy Seeley |
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Councillor Jean Stretton and Borough Councillor John Stretton |
Council Chairman Pat Woodbridge and Councillor David Ricardo |
Councillor Mandy Brar with her husband Harry Brar |
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Rugby stars Sean Fitzpatrick, Johnny Gilbert, Zinzan Brooke and Peter Hart |
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Sports presenter Jim Rosenthal |
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| The photographer from Greene King was there, Greene King had been instrumental in gaining planning permission for the White Oak. His camera was very impressive!! | ||
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Mine's Bigger than Yours!! |
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| The champagne flowed and the kitchen had produced some amazing nibbles both savoury and sweet, the ambience was wonderful and will continue to be for all the foodies who come and visit the White Oak. Good luck to Henry and Katherine in their new enterprise. | ||
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