European Excellence: A Gourmet Night with Wine Pairings in Deal

One of Dunkerley’s most popular dining experiences returns this October

Our Gourmet Nights are some of the most popular evenings in the Dunkerley’s calendar and previous events have regularly sold out — so if you’re looking for a gourmet night in Deal with exceptional food, carefully selected wine pairings and a special evening by the sea, we strongly recommend booking early.

On Wednesday 28th October 2026, join us at Dunkerley’s Hotel & Restaurant on Deal seafront for European Excellence, a special Gourmet Night celebrating the flavours and culinary traditions of France, Britain, Belgium and the Netherlands.

For £49.50 per person, enjoy a carefully created multi-course menu accompanied by specially selected wine pairings, all served in the warm and relaxed surroundings of Dunkerley’s.

European Excellence Gourmet Menu

Hollandse Nieuwe

Cured herring

Kentish Pip Apple Granite

Poussin à la Provençal

Waffle Tower with Poppyseed

Four Cheese Assiette

Gouda, Stilton, Brie & Passendale

Poffertjes & Coffee

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Our Gourmet Nights regularly sell out. Early booking is strongly recommended to secure your table for European Excellence.

BOOK YOUR TABLE

A Gourmet Night in Deal Inspired by Europe

European Excellence brings together dishes inspired by some of Europe’s best-loved culinary traditions.

From the Dutch influence of Hollandse Nieuwe and Poffertjes, to Kentish produce, classic Provençal flavours, Belgian inspiration and a carefully selected European cheese course, the evening has been designed as a journey through contrasting flavours and cuisines.

And, of course, no Gourmet Night would be complete without the wine.

Carefully chosen wine pairings are included within the £49.50 ticket price, selected to complement the dishes served throughout the evening.

Whether you’re a food lover, enjoy discovering new wines, are celebrating something special or simply fancy a memorable evening out in Deal, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy something a little different.

Gourmet Nights at Dunkerley’s

Dunkerley’s has been welcoming diners on the Deal seafront since 1987, and our themed Gourmet Nights have become firm favourites with both local guests and visitors.

These evenings are deliberately a little different from our usual restaurant service — giving our chefs the opportunity to explore ingredients, cuisines and combinations from around the world while creating a complete dining experience for the night.

They are also incredibly popular and regularly sell out.

If you would like to join us for European Excellence, please don't leave booking until the last minute. Places are limited and once the evening is full, we unfortunately cannot guarantee additional availability.

Event Details

European Excellence Gourmet Night

📅 Wednesday 28th October 2026

🕖 Arrival from 7.00pm for 7.30pm

🍷 Multi-course menu with wine pairings

💷 £49.50 per person

📍 Dunkerley’s Hotel & Restaurant19–21 Beach StreetDeal, Kent, CT14 7AH

Book Your Table

Previous Gourmet Nights have sold out, so early booking is strongly recommended to secure your place.

To reserve your table:

Call us: 01304 375016

Email: info@dunkerleys.co.uk

Or contact Dunkerley’s Hotel & Restaurant directly to book.

Come and enjoy an evening of European flavours, carefully paired wines and great hospitality by the sea in Deal.

We look forward to welcoming you to European Excellence.