Event Date: 25 October 2025      Event Time: 7:00pm

This October, we are thrilled to host an unmissable culinary experience at The Reef Knot Restaurant, featuring none other than Dan Merriman, winner of MasterChef: The Professionals 2024!

Dan will be joining forces with our Head Chef, Carla Jones, to craft a truly unique eight-course fish and seafood tasting menu. The dishes will showcase the very best of the season, using exceptional ingredients sourced directly from Cornish day boats operating in and around St Mawes and the local Cornish waters.

Following his MasterChef victory, Dan launched “At Home with Dan”, a private dining venture bringing Michelin-level cuisine and service into the homes of food lovers around the country.

We are honoured to offer our guests the rare opportunity to experience Dan’s award-winning food in the stunning waterside setting of The Reef Knot Restaurant at The Idle Rocks.

This one-night-only event promises an unforgettable culinary experience, where two exceptional chefs will combine their talents to celebrate the very best of Cornish seafood. Each of the eight meticulously crafted courses will showcase the chefs’ passion for flavour, precision, and innovation — all against the stunning backdrop of St Mawes Harbour.

Guests will also have the rare chance to meet Dan in person, hear more about his journey since lifting the coveted MasterChef trophy, and gain insight into the inspiration behind each dish on the menu. His flair for blending classical techniques with modern creativity is sure to delight seasoned food lovers and adventurous diners alike.

Join us for this one-off dining experience priced at £140 per person.

Featuring an exquisite 8-course menu; 4 dishes created by Dan and 4 by Carla. Your evening begins at 7pm with a welcome drink & canapés, before being seated at the banquet table at 7.30pm for the main event. The evening concludes with tea or coffee served alongside  delicate petit-fours.

For those who wish to elevate the experience, an optional wine flight will be available, featuring expertly selected wines to complement each dish.

Tickets are strictly limited for this exclusive event – don’t miss your chance to experience the finest seafood dining against the stunning backdrop of our waterside restaurant.

  Book your place here

A Weekend of Culinary Indulgence at The Idle Rocks

 Friday 24th – Sunday 26th October

Why not make it a weekend to remember? You’re warmly invited to join us for two nights of coastal luxury and unforgettable dining at The Idle Rocks, St Mawes.

Begin your escape on Friday evening with cocktail hour overlooking the water, followed by a three-course dinner curated by Head Chef Carla in the elegant Reef Knot Restaurant. Her à la carte menu is a true celebration of Cornwall’s bounty — showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients from local waters, farms, and gardens.

After a restful night in one of our beautifully appointed rooms, wake to the sound of the sea, before enjoying a full Cornish breakfast. Saturday is yours to enjoy at leisure: take to the water, explore the Roseland Peninsula or hop on the ferry to Falmouth and discover the charm of this historic maritime town.

As the sun sets, the evening begins with canapés and drinks before guests gather around the banquet table for an extraordinary eight-course fish and seafood tasting menu. Created by Head Chef Carla Jones and MasterChef: The Professionals winner Dan Merriman, each dish captures the spirit of the sea — a symphony of flavour, texture, and coastal inspiration.

Let the sound of the tide lull you to sleep beneath your window, and wake on Sunday to another delicious breakfast. Before you depart, take time to wander through our picturesque village — and receive a unique gift as a keepsake of your weekend with us.

This exclusive weekend starts from just £880* and is designed for two guests. It includes:

Welcome cocktail on Friday evening

Three-course à la carte dinner for two in the Reef Knot Restaurant (Friday evening)

Tickets for two to our signature dining event featuring an eight-course seafood tasting menu (Saturday evening)

Two-night stay in one of our beautifully appointed bedrooms

Full Cornish breakfast served each morning

Unique take-home gift.

To book this Culinary Indulgence Weekend, please email reservations@stmawes.com or call 01326 454219

*based on 2 people sharing a Village Cosy Room

Culinary Indulgence Weekend Terms

Full payment is required at the time of booking.

Non-refundable & non-exchangeable.

Package cannot be taken in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.