FEATURE BARRY GERAGHTY
FEATURE HOSPITALITY
Core on Course The first British woman to be awarded three Michelin stars in the UK, Clare Smyth launches Core on Course by Clare Smyth at the Cheltenham Festival
Barry Geraghty is one of the most successful jockeys in the history of the Cheltenham Festival, a Grand National Winner and a multiple-time Irish Champion. Since his retirement in 2020, he has stepped into the role of ambassador at the racecourse and is now taking in the four days through new eyes. Here, he tells us exactly why that week in March is so special Eyes on the prize
C lare Smyth, chef patron and owner of the Core on Course will be the first sporting hospitality experience of Clare Smyth and her extraordinary cuisine, offering the very best in food and Jump racing. Having grown up in Northern Ireland, Smyth was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to the hospitality sector in 2013. She learnt her trade working under Gordon Ramsay for nearly 14 years as Chef Patron of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, where she first earned and retained three Michelin stars before opening her own restaurant. Core by Clare Smyth was the first restaurant to enter The Good Food Guide with a perfect ten out of ten score and in just three years was awarded three Michelin stars. world-renowned, three-Michelin-star restaurant, Core by Clare Smyth, in London, will bring her unique dishes to The Festival 2023. Core on Course by Clare Smyth will be located in The Village at the Cheltenham Festival, right at the heart of one of the sport’s most prestigious events. “I am delighted to be a part of such an iconic world-famous event with an extensive history of top-class racing,” says Clare. “I look forward to working with The Jockey Club to create Core on Course by Clare Smyth, starting at The Festival 2023.” Ian Renton, Managing Director of The Jockey Club, West, adds: “We’re all really thrilled that Core on Course by Clare Smyth will be launching at the Cheltenham Festival.”
CORE ON COURSE BY CLARE SMYTH DAY PACKAGE INCLUDES :
l Dom Pérignon or Irish Cocktail reception l Stunning six-course tasting menu l Three wines to pair with your tasting experience l Afternoon snacks and treats l Premium beers, wines and soft drinks (excludes Champagne and spirits) l Full upgrade wine, Champagne and spirits list available to purchase on the day or in advance l In-person appearance with Clare Smyth l Racing tipster to highlight top runners and riders l Unique dining experience themed on the three-Michelin- star Core by Clare Smyth l Unique Clare Smyth merchandise area l Club admission ticket l Preferred car parking area l Official Racecard
l TV racing coverage l Tote betting service
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