Some News From The Rattle Owl
It's now time to bid farewell to the Rattle Owl. My friends Florencia and Hugo from Partisan are buying the freehold building from me and have plans to open up their own more casual offering over the next few months. I'm really excited for them as they know and love this amazing building as much as I do.
I'm really proud of what has been achieved with the Rattle Owl during my time at 104 Micklegate. I first got the keys in July 2013 and many of you will know of the battles and delays to turn a long empty building into something lovely on a street which then had 14 empty properties. To see Micklegate evolve into a food destination may owe a bit to the leap I took back then. 104 was also my home for a few years, just as it had been to many York residents over its 350 year old history. York's rich history means buildings evolve, grow and change ownership. Ten years later I'm so grateful that the custodianship of this ancient (in homage to the Roman basement) building is in good hands.
As a sole female proprietor, owning a restaurant has had its moments that will be etched on my memory for ever. I'm grateful to those who made it what it was, to those who will forever be spoken about in York hospitality folklore, to our incredible local suppliers whose beautiful produce the new owner will continue to serve, and to those customers who truly loved the place and understood what we were trying to do. As many of you who know my story, I'm going to focus on my incredible charity The Femicide Census which is making a profound impact on how Femicide is being treated in this country, and also fully enjoy the delights of bringing up teenagers. My staff have known all about the building's intended sale for months and I'm thankful for their help over this period.
The Rattle Owl's last service will be this Saturday. We just have a few available slots on Friday night, and on Saturday a couple of 6pm small tasting menu slots and 2 tables on Saturday lunch for Adam's tasting menu after a few cancellations (this industry has its moments even until the last) so if you'd like a last hurrah with us do get in touch. If you have any vouchers outstanding I will be in contact about redemption.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the love shown to my little project. I'm so touched that people really loved the food and the place. Your support and championing of a local indie place in the face of the onslaught of chains York has seen over the years is truly humbling. Please, please support Florencia and Hugo, and all your local Indies when making choices about where to eat or drink in York and beyond. Without access to the private finance £ of the chains they need your help more so now than ever.
With much love,
Clarrie
For queries concerning vouchers that have been bought or concerning future bookings please email us at info@rattleowl.co.uk