Sunday's were made for bottomless bubbles

It’s Sunday afternoon. Bellies are rumbling and hangry sass is starting to kick in. Thankfully we’re returning to FrenJabi today… But today won’t be the same as our usual visits…

Every Sunday FrenJabi put on a ‘Bottomless Prosecco Sunday Lunch’. You’ll get the choice of a two-course (£20 per person) or three-course dinner (£25 per person). When you’re seated the Prosecco starts pouring and doesn’t really stop from there… If your glass is empty, it’s going to get a refill. If you take the Prosecco and cocktail drink out of this equation: £25.00 for a three-course roast dinner of this level is brilliant value for money. Add in the Prosecco and cocktail and you’ve just discovered your new favourite Sunday spot.

If that wasn’t enough, you’ll enjoy the seductive strings of the violin played by Andrea, the front of house manager. While you’re tucking into your starter or amuse-bouche you’ll hear the ambient background playlist and then Andrea will take the stage and wow you all. From Classical music to drum and bass mixing and even Justin Beiber covers. Andrea tells us that he has been very creative from a young age and found the violin brings him such joy. Being self-taught didn’t stop Andrea reaching great heights while in Italy as he used to play for an Italian Orchestra. Now, he graces FrenJabi with regular renditions of familiar songs for his guests. Not going to lie, I got a little emosh, I can’t help it. When there is that much happy energy in a room, I cry.

Now, the food! The roast of the day changes on a weekly basis. If you’re following FrenJabi on Facebook you’ll notice he lets his audience choose which dish they would like to see on the menu. It’s a really nice way to let his guests know that he really does listen and care.

Naturally, we looked passed the two courses and went straight for three. While waiting we were reintroduced to the amuse-bouche; Gol Gappa. If you didn’t catch this on our last blog, it is a bitesize poppadum ball with chickpeas and a spicy and sweet tamarind sauce inside. Pop it in your mouth in one go. It’s got a fiery kick, so watch out.

Trying to be a little conscious of my choices today, as I’ve grown to the size of a house, I decided I would have the Sholay Puri with mixed salad. Sholay is a chickpea curry bursting with flavour. Not a huge amount of heat in this curry, so you mild lovers will be happy. Puri is an Indian fried bread. Your curry is served on top of this bread to add an extra dimension of texture. They work so beautifully together, I’m really happy with this choice. That said, I was even happier with Jamie’s choice, as always. My food envy was bubbling over when I tasted his breaded brie. The brie was a little less mature than expected. A much more subtle cheese with a crispbread coating. Perfectly balanced out with the accompanying sweet Punjabi chutney. While I was slightly jealous, I guess this is one of the perks of eating out with your other half. You get to share. Even if the other half HATES sharing.

Jamie had been eyeing up the Roast of the day since he saw the poll go out the week before; This week was Low and Slow-cooked Lamb. My mouth is watering right now as I’m conjuring up images in my head to describe this meat. Slices of deliciously soft, tender, slow-cooked lamb. Full of flavour, Jamie was in absolute heaven. I decided I would go for the Chicken Supreme roast, as I’m not a lamb eater (I’ve tried. Just can’t bring myself to eat Mary’s lambs). The Chicken was just as delicious as the lamb. A huge chicken breast, with the tastiest charring. Aromatic and moist inside, a really good combination of herbs came through.

Of course, no roast is complete without a Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes. Have to mention the potatoes because I love ‘em. Perhaps I’m actually Irish not Cornish? Crisp and fluffy, perfect for mopping up the beautiful jus (Not gravy, Jus). The Yorkshire pudding had a great consistency again, the perfect vehicle for mopping up the jus. The batter is mixed with dried thyme adding a gorgeous taste of familiarity.

We really didn’t want this dinner to end. We were having so much fun with the Prosecco pouring and violin playing so we couldn’t turn a pudding away.

Originally Jamie wanted the Tarte au citron, but I had already decided I wanted that one. So I sneakily reminded him of how much he loves cheesecake, he should definitely have the Cheesecake of the day with raspberry coulis. Triumphantly I got my way and only had to give away a bite of my Tarte. A brilliantly crisp pastry, without a soggy bottom in sight. Housing a silky-smooth citrus curd, topped with cream. It was a brilliant end to an already unforgettable meal.

Our experience at FrenJabi this Sunday was unlike anywhere else we have been for a long time. The level of food, the atmosphere that the violin brings, the bottomless prosecco and the unbelievable value for money make this a dinner you won’t forget. You can hold us to that. You will need to book in advance as this Bottomless dinner is becoming more and more popular.

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*While this food was gifted to us, Frenjabi are not exempt from our critique. This is a true representation of our experience.