“ WELL WORTH THAT LONG , LONG DRIVE ”
“ SPECTACULAR AND NOW PART OF LONDON ’ S SCENE ”
SPECIAL REPORT
Holborn Dining Room
ROSEWOOD LONDON
Executive chef : Calum Franklin
Menu : “ Comforting yet contemporary ” British
Signature dish : Curried mutton pie with slow-cooked mutton shoulder and mango salsa
Average dinner check : US $ 80
How the restaurant reflects its location : Tweed details on red leather upholstery complement the building ’ s historic features . Chandeliers , reclaimed oak furnishings and antique mirrors complete a relaxed but sophisticated atmosphere .
How the restaurant will evolve : In March , Franklin opened The Pie Room , dedicated to one of Britain ’ s most iconic dishes . Twice a year , the restaurant rotates its seasonal pop-up terrace concept , including cocktail and food menu . “ This provides guests with an ever-changing environment to discover , remaining relevant and fresh all year round .” — Michael Bonsor , MD , Rosewood London
“ WELL WORTH THAT LONG , LONG DRIVE ”
JUDGE ’ S COMMENT
“ SPECTACULAR AND NOW PART OF LONDON ’ S SCENE ”
JUDGE ’ S COMMENT
Gidleigh Park Restaurant
GIDLEIGH PARK CHAGFORD , DEVON , U . K .
Executive chef : Chris Simpson
Menu : Classical cooking style with a modern interpretation of seasonal ingredients
Signature dish : Veal sweetbread with pickled mushrooms and sourdough crumb
Average dinner check : Three-course a la carte , US $ 165
How the restaurant reflects its location : Simpson aims to take advantage of the area ’ s best produce and seasonal ingredients , often focusing on one ingredient as the inspiration for an entire dish .
How the restaurant will evolve : “ Chris ( who joined the restaurant this year ) is relishing the opportunity to put his own stamp on the restaurant , placing emphasis on the very best ingredients at the heart of each dish , with striking colors and clarity throughout the menu , and we hope to bring a progressive and exciting new era to the kitchen of Gidleigh Park .” — Paul Shanahan , GM , Gidleigh Park
24 hotelsmag . com September 2018