What promised to be a night of "Fabulous food" with the "best of British nibbles" truly did deliver just that. Entering into the glorious main dinning room of minimalistic white with an added twist of old world charm through plush couches and sparkling chandeliers we needed no introduction to what kind of night lay ahead. We were greeted by a pair of beauties offering signature red, white and sparkling wines as well as a selection of delightfully presented cocktail, my choice was the aperol spritz to start the night off. Due to the 'Grosvenor House Rule' of NO +1 the guest list was very exclusive. The small selection of approximately 80 guests was a bevy of local celebs, journalists, coveted photographers and a few VIPs. Not to forget Michelin Starred Celebrity Chef Gary Rhode OBE who greeted and welcomed us personally and even treated us to a few cooking tips of his own.
I know you are all thinking it, but what about the food!! In 2 words, subtly divine. We started off with Salmon toast which was full of flavour. The creamy centre filling gave way to a perfectly toasted buttery, crunchy outer layer. Next was the famed white tomato soup. Served in delicate white tea cups, those not familiar with the dish must have got a pleasant surprise, for us the soup lived up to every expectation we previously had and more. Our main was a dish of white fish and lobster in a light curry sauce but what I found particularly delightful was the potato salad serves shortly after with a tangy white sauce and green beans, the simplicity of the dish was delicately detailed by the complexities of the flavours found in the white sauce. To top it all off... Strawberry Crumpets, loving the commitment to British roots. We cant wait for the 6th anniversary so we can do it all over again!! Thanks to Gary Rhodes, Hill and Knowlton Middle East and Grosvenor House for a thoroughly delightful evening.
