The daily specials are a key ingredient of the success of Baloos. Of course, they are what make every visit different and something of a culinary adventure. Which fish have been caught by the local fishermen? How is the team of chefs preparing them today? Fillet of sea bass served with a saffron and mussel sauce, whole skate wing topped with sun-dried tomatoes and capers. In season, you can pre-order fresh crab and lobster, again locally caught.

I have always been impressed with the selection of fresh vegetables offered at Baloos. Diners are usually served with six different varieties - and every one cooked to perfection - to complement the selected main course.

The soups and desserts are also home made.

Brad, the owner and head chef, often prepares dishes from the various regions of the world in which he has worked. For example, his spicy Cajun meat loaf with its tangy taste is a real favourite. This is a dish that Brad used to prepare when he worked in San Clemente, California.

There are special menus for all the main eating festivals and last summer's highly popular jazz barbeque will be repeated again this year.

'McGuigan Black Label Shiraz now back' proclaimed the blackboard at Baloos on a recent visit. The restaurant has built up a clientele of loyal customers and it knows what they like! Amanda, who manages the restaurant service and is joint owner, experiments with new selections of wine on the very reasonably-priced menu. Customer feedback is very important and they really do listen and make changes.

Of course, a restaurant is so much more than just the food - important though that is. So I just have to comment on the staff at Baloos. It is so refreshing to visit a restaurant where you are greeted with smiles and where the staff are ready to have a conversation with you or, equally, to respect your privacy.

So where is Baloos? Tucked away in tranquil Goring-by-Sea, two miles from Worthing town centre in West Sussex. It is open six days a week - closed on Tuesdays. After your meal, you can take a gentle stroll on the 'prom' just a few yards away. You might even see the fishermen returning with the next meal's catch!