Low FODMAP at The Whitebrook - Fine Dining Guide
Navigate low FODMAP dining at The Whitebrook in Monmouthshire. Tips for communicating dietary needs at this Michelin-starred restaurant.
✓ Safe Items to Order
| Item | Notes | Modifications |
|---|---|---|
| Foraged Proteins | Wild game, local fish | Request no garlic, onion, or high-FODMAP seasonings |
| Foraged Vegetables and Herbs | Wild and garden produce | Request low-FODMAP preparations |
| Plain Starches | Potatoes, grains | Request without cream or butter if lactose-sensitive |
✗ Items to Avoid
- • Garlic-based preparations
- • Wild garlic (seasonal)
- • Onion, shallot, or leek dishes
- • Cream-based sauces
- • Bread service
Example Orders
Foraging Focus
- ✓ Contact restaurant in advance
- ✓ Discuss foraged ingredients and FODMAP content
- ✓ Request safe wild herbs and greens
Tip: Foraging approach means unique ingredients
About The Whitebrook
The Whitebrook is a Michelin-starred restaurant with rooms in the Wye Valley, Wales. Chef Chris Harrod’s cooking showcases foraged ingredients from the surrounding woodland and countryside.
Quick Summary
Best approach: Contact the restaurant 48+ hours in advance. The foraging focus means some ingredients may not have been FODMAP-tested - open communication is essential.
Note: Wild garlic is a foraged ingredient used seasonally and must be avoided.
This guide provides general FODMAP guidance for fine dining. Menu items change with foraged availability. Always confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant.