The former chef of a prestigious Glasgow restaurant is opening his new venue next month. Gary Townsend will open his first solo dining venture, Elements, in Bearsden on July 11. It comes after an illustrious career working in kitchens such as L’Enclume, Restaurant Sat Bains, Hibiscus and The Kitchin, as well as six years as head chef of Glasgow’s 3 AA Rosette One Devonshire Gardens.
READ MORE: Still Game star hails 'really beautiful food' in visit to Glasgow restaurant The menu at Elements will showcase Gary’s passion for local produce, with handpicked ingredients from the surrounding area of Loch Lomond and the Trossach in his menus. Highlight dishes on the opening tasting menu include North Sea cod loin poached in butter and served with cockles, white asparagus, courgette, cod dumpling buttermilk and miso. (Image: Elements) READ MORE: 'A long time coming': Chef Gary Townsend reveals location of first solo restaurant Gary will also serve a Scottish lamb saddle featuring shoulder, sweetbread, BBQ gem lettuce, smoked aubergine, and chimichurri.
For dessert there is Amalfi lemon and Yuzu paired with Perthshire strawberries, preserved elderflower and basil. (Image: Elements) Like the restaurant's name, the cocktail menu draws inspiration from the four elements. Earth consists of classic Scottish gin, Downpour, blended with yuzu, lemon, lime and basil Air includes Devaux Cuvée with red verjus, brambles and honey.
(Image: Elements) Fire showcases Storywood tequila with man.
