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Visit and lunch at H Forman and Son

Wednesday 18th June 2025

Start: 11 or 11:30am | Finish: 2 or 2:30pm

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Last booking date Friday 6th June. The Master is pleased to offer a visit to H Forman & Son (Formans) which is the world’s oldest smoked salmon producer.
 
We’ll hear from Lance Forman on the history of salmon smoking and of their business, including the impact of the 2021 Olympics.  The talk will be followed by a salmon carving demonstration and tour of the factory by Guiness world Record holder – Darren Matson.  To whet your appetite, here is a video showing him being challenged by Gordon Ramsay.
 
After the tour we will have a two-course lunch comprising a smoked salmon starter and gourmet fishcake made by Forman’s award winning chefs.  Vegetarian alternatives are available.
 
Lunch includes a glass of English wine or local East End ale.
 

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