National Yorkshire Pudding Day was on Sunday 2nd February, and to celebrate the day of this signature Yorkshire dish, The Devonshire Arms Hotel, Bolton Abbey have created the World's most expensive Yorkshire Pudding with the help of food guru, Elaine Lemm.

Head Chef at The Burlington, Adam Smith used his expert knowledge of the most luxurious products on the market to help conjure up the £500 creation!

The Yorkshire Pudding has been made using the finest ingredients including a Beer-Fed Dexter Beef Fillet, Whole Black Perigord Truffle and even Gold Leaf!

On creating this one-off showcase masterpiece, Head Chef Adam Smith said: “This isn't something that I do every day, but for the special occasion of Yorkshire Pudding Day I've decided to combine some of the best local products with one of my favourite and most luxurious ingredients, the Black Perigord truffle, which are at their peak this time of year.

The combination of textures and flavours creates the most sensational eating experience. It's just a shame that it can't be enjoyed more often”.

The county's very own Yorkshire Pudding connoisseur and food writer, Elaine Lemm was on hand to give her expert opinion on the taste sensation that Adam presented.

Native from Yorkshire, Elaine is the author of The Great Book Of Yorkshire Pudding and appeared on BBC's The One Show in 2013 to share her top tips to create the best Yorkshire Pud, so will be looking for a truly spectacular feat!

On this expensive Yorkshire Pudding, Elaine said: “I have seen and eaten Yorkshire Puddings in many guises, but never elevated to theses lofty heights! This humble pudd has risen elegantly to the occasion!”

For more information and high-res images please call Sophie Hardy, Perception Sales & Marketing Ltd. on T: 0845 293 2552 or E: pr3@perception-uk.com

To book a reservation at The Burlington or The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa, please call 01756 718 111 or E: res@devonshirehotels.co.uk

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Notes To Editors:-

National Yorkshire Pudding Day
National Yorkshire Pudding Day was first launched in 2008, by Florence Sandeman of Recipes4us as a homage to an iconic British dish.
The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa, Bolton Abbey
The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa, Bolton Abbey is one of four properties owned by The Duke & Duchess of Devonshire on their Bolton Abbey Estate, North Yorkshire and Chatsworth Estate, Derbyshire.
The Burlington at The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa has most recently been awarded 3 AA Rosettes for its high standards of fine dining and superb quality food.
The Burlington was named “Best Hotel Restaurant” 2013 at the annual Oliver awards and the restaurant has most recently been awarded a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2013.
During the past 10 years, Head Chef Adam Smith has won numerous prestigious awards for his talents as a chef, including a gold medal in World Skills in Calgary, 2009 – making him only the second British chef to achieve this feat in the 45-year history of the competition.
Adam joined the hotel in July 2013 from his position as Premier Sous-Chef at The Ritz, London.
Elaine Lemm
Following a successful career as a chef and restaurateur, British born Elaine Lemm is a highly respected food and drink writer and recently voted one of the top 50 in the UK.
She has a great passion for British Food and Irish Food, both modern and traditional.
Elaine is a member of the Guild of Food Writers.

Her first book, The Great Book of Yorkshire Pudding, was published in 2010 and The Great Book of Rhubarb in October 2011 and most recently, in October 2012, The Great Book of Tea.
Elaine also appeared on BBC's The One Show in October 2013 to talk about her expertise in Yorkshire Pudding making.