Castle Hill Inn today announced that Aurelia at Castle Hill, Newport’s newest fine dining restaurant, is now open.
“With its sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and Narragansett Bay, there is no better location for a celebration, whether it be a special milestone or anniversary or for celebrating family, friends, or, simply, life,” shares Castle Hill Inn in an announcement.
Known in its original incarnation as The Dining Room at Castle Hill, Aurelia offers a six-course prix fixe menu featuring a seasonal experience focusing on contemporary New England cuisine that is simple, elegant, and ingredient-driven.
“We are thrilled to officially announce Aurelia at Castle Hill, a reimagined dining experience at Castle Hill Inn,” said Brian Young, Managing Director. “Born of our commitment to providing the finest dining experience in Newport, we know our guests will love Aurelia’s unique, six course chef’s tasting menu, taking them on a culinary journey over the two-and-a-half hour experience. Aurelia will offer the same beloved location and exemplary service as The Dining Room, but with an even more elevated ambiance and modern fare.”
Helmed by Chef de Cuisine Dylan Cadrette, Aurelia will offer both a precise, yet playful take on New England cuisine. Having honed his skills at Forbes Five-Star hotels Wheatleigh and Blantyre in The Berkshires, as well as Coast Restaurant in Rhode Island’s The Ocean House, Chef Cadrette is inspired by the world around him, coaxing complex flavors out of garden, land, and sea.
“Our aim is to serve simple and elegant ingredient-driven food, classically derived yet infused with modern techniques and twists,” stated Cadrette.
Aurelia’s name is inspired by the scientific pursuits of Castle Hill’s original owner, Alexander Agassiz. A Harvard professor known as the father of marine biology, Agassiz used his home at Castle Hill as a form of field laboratory, studying the abundant sea life in and around Narragansett Bay. The bay’s moon jellyfish, or Aurelia, was a favorite object of his research.
Aurelia at Castle Hill sources seafood fished from the waters around Aquidneck Island, fruits and berries from local orchards, and artisanal cheeses. Much of the produce for Aurelia is grown in Castle Hill’s kitchen gardens and greenhouses, nestled among the Inn’s forty acres. The exceptional wine list features over 800 selections and has been awarded the “Best of Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator for ten years. Wine and house-made non-alcoholic pairings, curated by Aurelia’s sommelier, complement the menu.
Aurelia at Castle Hill offers dinner service Thursday – Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) from 5:30 – 9:00 pm. Reservations are required and available through Tock. The six-course menu is available at $165 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. Wine pairings are available for an added cost.
For more information on Aurelia or to make a reservation, visit www.aurelianewport.com.
For more information or to book a stay at Castle Hill Inn, visit www.castlehillinn.com.
