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Feasting with Fire Menus are seasonally changing and crafted by Nordic fire master , Executive Chef Niklas .
High quality ingredients are cooked on the kitchen ’ s central open fire – building bold flavours , complex pairings and contrasting textures .
Signature snacks and starters include the Flambadou Oyster , using the ancient French grilling method to infuse the dish with the smoky sweetness of juniper smoked apple and beurre blanc , and ember baked scallops with sugar kelp and roe emulsion .
Innovative mains include birch fired trout and pine smoked duck breast , with flames also reaching the desserts through a wood oven baked cep mushroom souffle with woodruff and blueberries .
Choose from a variety of menus including the a la carte menu or a six-course tasting menu , providing a culinary insight into the breadth of Nordic cuisine .
For the ultimate gastronomic experience , the intimate Chef ’ s Table
Experience is bookable for up to seven people with nine-courses served personally by Head Chef , Luca Mastrantoni .
Volcanic Wines Head Sommelier , Klearhos Kanellakis , has created a wine list which highlights well-established alongside up-andcoming wine regions with a strong focus on Europe .
The Emerging Wine Pairing and the unusual Volcanic Wine Pairing are available with all menus , with the latter featuring bottles exclusively from volcanic islands which adds minerality to the wines .
Wine-lovers can also enjoy an exclusive ‘ Volcanic Wines
Masterclass ’ featuring six wines and hosted by Klearhos – allowing participants to delve into the captivating world of wines from volcanic regions , renowned for their salty , mineral and smoky profiles that make them a true marvel of the viticultural world .
Earthy Tone Interiors The interior of Ekstedt at The Yard reflects a rustic yet sophisticated aesthetic , drawing inspiration from the beauty of the Scandinavian landscape .
Natural wood , stone elements and earthy tones create a warm and inviting atmosphere alongside bouquets of dried sage hanging from the vaulted ceiling .
The focal point is the open kitchen , where the drama of open-fire cooking unfolds before guests ’ eyes as the talented chefs create each dish .
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ISSUE 67 2024 THE ART OF LUXURY