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Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

I was emailed by one of the PR agencies recently with details of their Xmas day openings:

The Cinnamon Club

For a capital Christmas Day with a difference, head to fine dining
Indian restaurant, The Cinnamon Club where a memorable Christmas Day
menu stands apart from all those tiresome trimmings. Set in the
beautiful surroundings of the Grade II listed Old Westminster Library,
Executive Chef Vivek Singh has created original and indulgent dishes
that are a must for a deliciously hot yuletide. With a nod to the
traditional sprinkled throughout the three-course menu, spirits are
sure to be raised.

Relax in refined surroundings with a champagne aperitif before
indulging in a range of starters including Keralan lobster soup flamed
with brandy; tandoori breast of partridge with peanuts, spices and
dried mango; and carpaccio of cured wild salmon with onion seeds,
cumin, lime and mustard oil. Follow with main courses such as spice
crusted breast of goose with sesame tamarind sauce; smoked rack of lamb
in Rajasthani corn sauce with pilau rice; or large morels filled with
spiced paneer, minted peas and rich onion sauce. Tempting sides include
tandoori roasted aubergine crush; cumin flavoured yoghurt with
cucumber; and masala mashed potato. Desserts take an inspired twist
with Christmas pudding with cardamom and cinnamon custard; hot rice
‘kheer’ with coconut halwa and caramelised milk dumpling; and prasad –
a selection of Indian sweets inspired by religious offerings.

From just £75 per person, spice up your Christmas at The Cinnamon Club
The Cinnamon Club, The Old Westminster Library, 30-32 Great Smith
Street, London SW1P 3BU
T:020 7222 2555 www.cinnamonclub.com

The Bingham

Enviably poised on the banks of the River Thames in Richmond, the
Bingham Dining Room is an enchanting eatery that evokes the very
essence of the festive season. Beautifully designed, this fine-dining
restaurant serves Modern British cuisine expertly prepared by acclaimed
head chef Shay Cooper. A must for those searching for a luxurious
retreat on Christmas Day, the Bingham’s five-course tasting menu,
paired with fine wines for those who want it, is sure to please.
Champagne cocktail or glass of Devaux Grand Reserve
Lobster consommé with langoustine brochette and Parmesan goujere
(Bourgogne Chardonnay, Jean-Claude Boisset, France 2005)

Foie gras ballotine with beetroot compote, ginger brioche and mandarin
jelly
(Sauternes, Château Laville, France 2003)

Traditional turkey with parsnip puree, glazed chestnut and pork stuffing
(Châteauneuf du Pape, Château De Vaudieu, France 2003)

Selection of British cheeses
(Quinta Do Infantado, 10 Year Old Tawny)

Homemade Christmas pudding with mascarpone ice cream and Sauternes
sabayon
(Pedro Ximenez, Muy Dulce, 15 year old)

Selection of loose leaf teas, coffee and petit fours

With stunning riverside views, exquisite food and a dedicated
children’s menu, the Bingham is perfect for families, couples and
groups of friends looking to spend Christmas together. Prices start at
£95.00 per person and £125.00 per person with wine. Accommodation
packages staying in one of the 15 boutique bedrooms are available.

For a timeless Christmas visit the Bingham.
Bingham, 61-63 Petersham Road, Richmond upon Thames, Surrey TW10 6UT
www.thebingham.co.uk tel:020 8940 0902

Harrison’s in Balham

I got this email from Sam, the owner of Harrison's in Balham.  I also popped in there the other day and it was heaving - business apparently is very good at the moment.  I wonder whether they can maintain it?

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I hope that many of you have already had the opportunity to try our new restaurant in Balham and, if you haven’t yet, we look forward to welcoming you through the doors soon.
As with Sam's Brasserie in Chiswick, we’ve tried to create a great neighbourhood venue; somewhere for breakfast or a quick coffee, a light lunch with friends, a casual business meeting or cocktails and a great dinner in the evening.
We hope that you will use Harrison’s on weekday nights when you don’t feel like cooking, or on the weekends when you have something special to celebrate or just feel like a treat.
Family is important to us, so we’ve really tried to create a family-friendly and, more importantly, child-friendly environment for our guests. We always have books and toys on hand to keep kids entertained, and have a great children’s menu featuring lots of the old favourites.

We hope to see you soon,

Dinish Restaurants Ltd t/a Harrison's
15-19 Bedford Hill, London, London SW12 9EX