Not being able to interview Aneke actually didnвЂ™t turn out to be so bad as her reputation was easy to track on the internet. Organic, locally sourced, thoughtfully cooked and presented, itвЂ™s delightful, refreshing and sustainable food too.

Not here though вЂ“ the food ethos, menu and hospitality at the Waters Edge is as close to my idea of a perfect venue as possible. Like many, I am used to visiting gorgeous places here and abroad only to find the restaurants serve mediocre food, fizzy drinks and deep-fries, frankly anything unfortunate enough to make its way into the kitchens. Busy managing a young family, a new eaterie opening at The Lightbox Gallery in Woking and her current restaurant, we had to resort to a telephone conversation in the end, which helped fill in the gaps. I enjoyed my first visit so much that I have been back three times in the last three weeks, mainly because the setting and food are fabulous, but also because I have been trying to interview head chef of the Waters Edge, Aneke Spacie. The area around the wetland has decking and paths, making it easy for buggies and mobility scooters, unless there has been a lot of rain when it becomes muddy. News spread fast of its peaceful atmosphere, dog friendly policy and wonderful eaterie. Newly opened in January 2016, Waters Edge restaurant is located just outside Woking in Surrey at a new wetlands centre at Heather Farm, Horsell Common.

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