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Le Cordon Bleu Tea Party at 108 Marylebone Lane Restaurant

On Tuesday 2 November and Wednesday 1 December 2010, the prestigious culinary school, Le Cordon Bleu, will host an Afternoon Tea Party at 108 Marylebone Lane Restaurant & Bar, from 3.30pm until 5.30pm.  Priced at £9.95 per person, future Afternoon Tea Parties will also take place throughout of 2011. 

At the Afternoon Tea Parties, which will be open to the public, Le Cordon Bleu’s Superior Pâtisserie Students will demonstrate the skills and creativity they have acquired throughout their Diploma.

Indulgent cakes and freshly baked scones with home-made jam and clotted cream will be offered to guests, along with a selection of teas and coffees.

Located in the heart of Marylebone Village, 108 Marylebone Lane is situated opposite Le Cordon Bleu. Renowned for its close relationships with local suppliers in the area, 108 Marylebone Lane is delighted to be supporting the talented and aspiring students of London’s Le Cordon Bleu academy.   

With culinary schools located across the world, Le Cordon Bleu is an international leader in gastronomy, hospitality and management.   Students are taught by the schools’ Master Chefs who pass on their knowledge of classic French cuisine, pâtisserie and modern international culinary techniques.  A diploma acquired at Le Cordon Bleu is recognised worldwide by culinary professionals.

108 Marylebone Lane’s Executive Chef, Norman Farquharson, encapsulates the essence of the Marylebone Village by sourcing produce from local artisan suppliers.  To showcase the very best of the neighbourhood, 108 features delectable ingredients from award-winning shops such as the Ginger Pig, La Fromagerie, Biggles Sausages and Rococo Chocolates.
 
As one of Marylebone’s best-loved venues, the restaurant is the perfect spot to enjoy an Afternoon Tea Party with the world’s future top chefs from Le Cordon Bleu.

108 Marylebone Lane Restaurant & Bar, 108 Marylebone Lane, London W1U 2QE
Tel: 020 7969 3900, or visit www.108marylebonelane.com or www.lcblondon.com

Gilgamesh to host a terrifying Halloween Party

Darkness falls across the land, Halloween is close at hand. On Saturday 30th October, Gilgamesh will be throwing a truly terrifying Halloween party.

It promises to be an evening of unforgettable music and visual displays as well as a huge amount of ghoulish goings on.  Music will be provided by DJs who promise to wake the dead and keep revellers – all but the vampires – dancing until the dawn!

All of which can be enjoyed whilst you sip on the spine tingling Halloween cocktail made up of Eristoff Vodka, Blackberry and Raspberry puree, two chunks of Watermelon finished off with two gory lychee ‘eyeballs’ served on a chilling bed of dry ice.

The party kicks off at the witching hour of 10pm in the Studio, which will be transformed into an eerie land, shrouded in mist and full of hidden dangers lurking around every corner.

So don your spookiest attire and head to Gilgamesh for the fright of your life. 

RSVP to yara@gilgameshbar.com or 0207 428 4922 for guest list and booths.  

GILGAMESH
Camden View
Camden Stables Market
Chalk Farm Road
London NW1 8AH
Tel: 020 7482 5757
www.gilgameshbar.com

Half off at The Chesterfield - Gastro pub in Notting Hill

This winter sees the arrival of a stylish new pub and restaurant in Notting Hill and to celebrate they will be offering an incredible 50% off food from 25th October to 7th November.   Opening a stone’s throw from fashionable Westbourne Grove, the Chesterfield will offer a comfortable bar and a dining area serving excellent Pan-Asian cuisine in a contemporary and airy setting that still retains the traditional feel of a classic English pub. 

Brought to London by leading dining operators, First Restaurant Group, The Chesterfield will share the same building as the famous Assaggi restaurant, a favourite with London diners for over 13 years.  The Chesterfield will have a light and spacious feel whilst remaining a warm and cosy pub, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing meal after work, or a leisurely weekend lunch.

Wooden flooring, claret coloured leather armchairs and a long mahogany bar will be just some of the design features. The walls will be lined with wallpaper printed to represent plush upholstery, an example of the combination of both classic and contemporary in the venue’s design.  

There will also be an outdoor terrace at the rear of The Chesterfield, offering tables for diners and which will be heated throughout the year, offering a quiet and intimate spot for guests.  

The cuisine at The Chesterfield will also not go strictly down the traditional route with a delicious Pan-Asian menu, designed by acclaimed chef Ricky Pang.  There will however, be some interesting fusion-style dishes which do hark back to typical pub fare, with mains such as Chargrilled Lamb Rump with Roasted Potatoes and Wasabi Jus and Trilogy of Mini Waygu Burger with Yakiniku, Teriyaki and Chilli Jam.

For the most part however, the menu will offer Oriental delights and starters will include; Imperial Shrimp and Mango Rolls, Chilli Chicken and Waterchestnut Gyoza, and Salt and Pepper Squid. Choose from a selection of mains such as; Pi Pa Duck and Flower Buns, Aged Beef Striploin with Chives Mash and Honey Teriyaki and Baked Black Cod with Pickled Kyurizuke and Shiro Miso.  

Round off the perfect meal with some truly indulgent desserts including; Honey Lime Posset with Assorted Berries and Pistachio and Vanilla Crème Brûlée. 

The bar will offer a relaxed and stylish area to enjoy one of the great wines or cocktails available and also gourmet snacks from the bar menu. There will be an extensive cocktail list, offering everything from the classic Bellini to those with a modern twist such as the Rhubarb and Lemon Verbena Martini, a refreshing blend of Millers Gin with Homemade Rhubarb and Lemon Verbena Compote.  

Wines have been sourced from the all over the globe, offering a huge range of choice at reasonable prices. 

So head down to The Chesterfield for this great offer between 26th October and 7th November. 

The Chesterfield
39 Chepstow Place
London
W2 4TS
Tel: O207 229 0323
Website: www.thechesterfield.co
Opening Hours: 11am-midnight, seven days a week

Father's Day at Gilgamesh

Push the boat out this Father’s day (20th June) and treat your dad to a Pan-Asian feast at Gilgamesh. With a fantastic 50% off the £45 three course set menu and a glass of bubbly on arrival, it will be Father’s Day treat he won’t forget in a long time!

 

Choose from the £45 Set Menu (£22.50 per person) which includes starters of Smoked Trout with Starfish and Mango Salad, Chicken Yakitori and Chilean Sea bass and Daikon Dumpling. Tempting main courses include Red Curry with Duck and Lychee or Pan-Fried Grey Mullet and Shitake Mushrooms with Wasabi Dressing. White Chocolate and, Yuzu Mousse and Strawberry Lemongrass Jelly finishes off the decadent three course set menu.

 

Alternatively, for non-meat eating dads, the £45 Vegetarian set menu (£22.50 per person), includes starters of Sweet Tofu Inside Out Roll, Garlic Chive & Mushroom Cheung Fung and Crispy Mock Duck with  Starfruit and Mango Salad. Main dishes include Thai Red Curry with Sweet Potato and Lychee and Wrapped Fried Rice and Lotus Seed or Stir-Fried Mange Tout and Snakebean Jasmine Rice. Finish on a sweet note with White Chocolate and Yuzu Mousse and Strawberry Lemongrass Jelly.

 

What’s more, Gilgamesh will be screening all of the World Cup matches on two large plasma screens in the lounge area from 11th June. A haven for all football loving dads!

 

*50% off the £45 set menu plus a glass of bubbly on arrival. Only applies to lunch or dinner bookings made through the June newsletter offer. One glass of bubbly per guest. For bookings up to 20 people. Valid on Sunday 20th June.

 

GILGAMESH

Camden View

Camden Stables Market

Chalk Farm Road

London NW1 8AH

020 7 482 5757

www.gilgameshbar.com

Shaka Zulu Restaurant, Bar and Lounge

New £5.5m, African Dining Experience to open in April 2010 across a 27,000sqft location in the heart of Stables Market, Camden, London

 

Overview : Shaka Zulu is the new £5.5m Restaurant, Bar, and all encompassing fashionable nightspot soon to open in a ground-breaking 27,000sqft, three floored location in Stables Market, Camden.

 

Created on an unimaginable scale, Shaka Zulu is set to be the pinnacle of London’s cosmopolitan scene. With a Cape Town inspired Fish Bar and Cocktail Lounges, overlooking an incredible African theatre & dining experience, Shaka Zulu will simply be the place to go for an all encompassing comfortable night out.

The scale of Shaka Zulu will be in keeping with the heritage of the great African King. 60ft carved wooden murals will cover every inch of Shaka Zulu’s walls and ceiling, with a 30ft hand shaped bronze statue will guard the entrance. A delicate water-garden, with crystal leopards and wooden elephants will provide the perfect backdrop to a highly fashionable guest-list.

 

Scheduled to open in mid-April 2010, in the presence of the current Zulu King (name) and a host of supporting celebrities, Shaka Zulu is set to raise London’s cosmopolitan standards by combining an authentic African dining experience with never-before-attempted design, panache and charm.

Where: Stables Market, Camden, London, UK.

 

When: Mid April 2010.

 

Experience:The main restaurant will present The Shaka Zuku Theatre of Food – diverse cuisine from all parts of South Africa and beyond. Open flame grills will show a world-class kitchen and chefs.

Throughout the evening, guests will entertained in a truly sensory experience with live music, dance and special scheduled theatre-style floor shows. Sign up to the newsletter on the website for full details.

 

Website: www.shaka-zulu.com

Booking: Open now for reservations from May 1st 2010 call 0203 376 9911

The Haberdashery Opens in Crouch End, London

A new coffee house and eatery called the haberdashery has opened at 22 Middle Lane, Crouch End.

I had this email from Greg, one of the owners:

"As the two founders and longtime friends, this is our first venture, and we have spent the last year rummaging through quirky and characterful old-fashioned fairs and markets.

The property we took over was a lino-covered caf, but with much sweat and on-the-spot diy learning, we filled six builder skips and restored it to its original victorian looks, including the windows, pine floors and tongue and groove walls.

Since opening last week, we have received a tremendously positive response from our community, who have noticed the details we have been so passionate about.  these include:
# presenting all our food and drink in quirky and mismatched serving ware, such as old café au lait bowls and kilner jars
# doing loads of baking, including bread and muffin selections in vintage terracotta pots, which change daily
# the many unusual confectionery items displayed in our 1940’s haberdashery counter, and our vintage teacups and saucers hanging on a large zinc and iron bottle drying rack
# offering amazing drinks, such as barley coffee, real hot chocolate from Italy, and organic beers
supporting our community by purchasing supplies from local / small businesses
# playing golden age music (ella, nat, billie, etc.) on an old turntable

We also have a lovely garden in the back, which will come into its own in the spring when we properly plan it…

For more information, please do contact us."

greg vukasovic               
greg@the-haberdashery.com       
      

22 Middle lane   Crouch End    London N8 8PL

The London Appetizer wishes The Haberdashery all the best for Xmas and 2010!