House for an Art Lover

Charles Rennie Mackintosh wasn’t just famed for his thoroughly fabulous moustache, you know.

He wasn’t a bad designer either and House for an Art Lover in Bellahouston Park showcases his revolutionary style.

Today’s Big Deal gives you a chance to experience the great man’s genius with lunch and wine for two at the Art Lover’s Café, plus a tour. The house looks particularly striking in October and November, when it’s surrounded by autumn colours, making it a lovely place to visit.

The sweeping white building includes an arts centre showcasing Mackintosh’s designs and the Art Lover’s Shop, where you can buy gifts, jewellery and accessories.

The grounds include a walled garden, glasshouse, bothy, peace garden and children’s play park.

Lunch and tour for two

This Big Deal is for two people to enjoy a small glass of wine or soft drink alongside a main course from the set lunch menu. The deal is available from noon to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

An optional audio tour is included, so you can spend some time exploring the house and grounds while learning more about Mackintosh’s life.

Dining in style

The elegant Art Lover’s Café uses fresh ingredients from the best local suppliers to create memorable dishes. The menu can vary, but main course lunch options could include the following:

Fish of the day

Crispy fish cakes, summer vegetables and chive sauce

Girolle mushroom tagliatelle with Parmesan

‘Coq au vin’ with pancetta, onion, mushroom and buttered mash

Scottish cod, coco beans, smoked ham and golden marjoram

Perthshire lamb gigot, roasted tomato, sauté potato and salsa verde

Happy diners

The Art Lover’s Café has enjoyed enthusiastic reviews from 5pm diners, including:

‘…From the moment you see the building you know you are in for something special. Having the opportunity to sit in a Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed building and eat an exceptional lunch makes this one of the best places to eat in the west of Scotland. The menu has a good choice of courses and never fails to impress in the quality and presentation. The service is always courteous and efficient. The prices are amazing for what is offered. When you have finished your lunch do not fail to make a visit to the house to see the amazing designs of CRM. Going to the Art Lover’s Café for lunch offers an experience that everyone should have at least once in their lifetime.’ 5 stars

A memorable day out

House for an Art Lover is a totally unique place, so it’s an unmissable experience for both locals and visitors.

This offer is ideal for a special lunch with a friend, romantic date or birthday treat. If you’d enjoy a day out filled with first class art, architecture and dining, then this is for you.