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The Willow Tree was opened in September 2002 by ex-Roux Brothers Head Chef, Darren Sherlock and his partner Rita Rambellas; set in a charming 17th century Grade II Listed building with its cosy inglenook fireplace and delightful waterside terrace, The Willow Tree has proved to be an excellent choice for dinner, whatever the occasion. The food is outstanding - a brief glance at the superb reviews on Restaurant Guide will confirm this - and the service has the perfect balance of professionalism and genuine friendliness. From a regularly changing menu a terrine of slow-cooked duck and Savoy cabbage with a fig and chervil dressing establishes at once a tone of masterly confidence that gives early auguries of the pleasures to come. Vegetarians will find a Montgomery cheddar soufflé with a walnut and cream celery sauce, all flavours correctly balanced. A tian of ox-tongue with char-grilled aubergine and potato, onion confit and a baby chard salad introduces a note of individuality, as well as, by implication, a co-operative butcher, another good sign for later.