Jane Hunt talks to Robert Stacey, the executive chef for the Levens Hall Estate, whose role includes overseeing all of the foodie developments related to Levens Kitchen and Levens Bakery, two food-related venues associated with the visitor attraction of Levens Hall and Gardens. Jane discovers Robert's prestigious background as a chef in top London restaurants and culinary roles, explores how he came to be in the South Lakes and discovers how the vision for Levens Kitchen has evolved. They discuss the ideal location of the foodie bolthole, in the beautiful tourism destination of the South Lakes, close to Milnthorpe and Kendal and then explore some of the delights of the menu. Jane then finds out more about the relatively new addition to the food options at the Levens Hall and Gardens site - Levens Bakery - and what other food delights visitors and non-visitors alike can enjoy as a takeaway option, whether that's as a a winter warm-up, as a delicious bread or cake to take home, or a very good grab-and-go coffee. There's a bit of sauce during the discussion and a few mentions of things to tempt in the gift shop, if you are a food lover. Jane and Robert discuss the options for different types of customer - local, tourist visiting Levens Hall and Garden, coach party - and even four-legged canine visitors. Jane also discovers a few things she didn't know - of great interest for those visiting Levens Park for a wonderful stroll along the river bank or picnic - and finds out more about future plans.  

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