"A little bit of France in Reigate", it boasts a French culinary team under Chef Laurent Pacaud who create a regularly changing array of interesting and delightfully presented dishes via a Table d'Hote menu.

The ambience at this intimate restaurant is discreet and memorable, whether it be a romantic dinner for two or a celebration for 20.

By popular demand La Barbe will be open for Christmas day again this year for a fun-filled lunch event and on New Year's Eve for its annual dinner party. You can book now and check out the menus on the website at www.labarbe.co.uk

There is always a selection of around 5 starters ranging from mussels in a pastry case to smoked duck, plus soup of the day. The main courses always feature a specially created vegetarian dish and fresh fish of the day delivered daily from the market. A selection of tempting desserts follows, or alternatively the "chariot de fromages" will be brought to your table with its famed array of fine French cheeses.

The wine list has been carefully assembled to suit all pockets and palates. As you would expect the French section is comprehensive including some unusual wines from smaller producers to add interest. The new World is not forgotten with distinguished examples from Australia, South Africa, South America, and New Zealand.

La Barbe enjoys an extraordinarily high repeat business factor of around 80%-to find out why book your table soon.

Chez Vous

There is also another string to La Barbe's bow, with "chez Vous". This is the outside events arm of the restaurant offering the same culinary and presentation standards for your own event at home or at a special venue.

Whether it is a grand wedding, celebration birthday, corporate entertaining, or that special dinner party, Chez Vous will have the answer.

And it does not stop with the food & wine. The team can act as event coordinator, arranging everything from marquees & decoration to entertainment.

For the full story see the website at www.chezvous.co.uk