DUKES LONDON Christmas Brochure 2016

A B R I G H T A N D H A P P Y Christmas

WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUTEat, drink and be merry. This is a special place in London to entertain so join usfor celebratory lunch or dinner and partake in the finest 3AA Rosette food in ourrestaurant. And if you really want to impress, why not book one of our stunningprivate dining rooms for an intimate meal with your nearest and dearest?F E S T I V E M A R K E T Tasting M E N UAmuseCompressed duck Parsnip purée – apple – smoked duck – spiced breadBeef cheek Winter roots and leaves – mustard seed – burnt onionPlum pudding Parfait – spiced plum – ginger crumbleStilton Sultana – celery – ryeMince pies£37.00 per person.V E G E T A R I A N Tasting M E N UAmuseArtichoke Warm salad – winter truffle – duck eggButternut squash Fondant – charred sprouts – spiced lentils – goat’s cheesePlum pudding Parfait – spiced plum – ginger crumbleStilton Sultana – celery – ryeMince pies£37.00 per person.THE BEST OF TASTESWine and cheese are of course a fantastic part of the culinary delights atChristmas time. So what better way to entertain your guests than with our BritishCheese and Wine Tasting Experience. Gather 10 or more of your favourite foodiefriends and catch up over the perfect cheeseboard and paired wine.C H E E S E A N D MeatsEnglish cured meatsPickles – spices – artisan breadsBritish artisan cheese Golden Cross – Bosworth Ash – Colston Basset Stilton –Shropshire Blue –Montgomery cheddar – BoxerOat cakes – malt loaf – grapes – celery£42.00 per person, £72.00 to include paired wines.Extras: Champagne reception – £16.00 per person or glass of port – £6.00per person.

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A TEATIME CHRISTMASThe glorious tradition of afternoon tea is a very British custom and at Christmastime, we like to add a festive twist. Gather your friends and join us in our beautifulDrawing Room to enjoy a christmas afternoon tea in the nicest possible way.Seeing as it’s Christmas, why not accompany it with a glass of bubbles? It’d berude not to.C H R I S T M A S Afternoon T E ATurkey with cranberry mayonnaise – Baked ham, pickle and cheese –Smoked salmon – Cream cheese and cucumber-Festive cakes and treats-Cranberry and apricot scones – Plain scones – Clotted cream and plum jam-Freshly infused tea or coffee – Hot chocolate£32.50 per person, £42.50 with a glass of Champagne.BRIGHT AND BUBBLYThe exquisite setting of our private lounge are something of a marvel andmost certainly the sparkling jewel in our crown. Its twinkling backdrop is theperfect setting for getting together with friends old and new for pre or post-dinner drinks. Chin-chin.C E L E B R A T E W I T H C H A M P A G N E and CanapésGoat’s cheese – rye – Granny SmithCured ham – celeriac – mustard – parsleyConfit duck – sage – apricotCrab mayonnaise – oscietra caviarPotato – spinach – spiced ricotta-Mince piesChampagne chocolate trufflesSea salt caramel truffles£29.50 per person with a glass of Perrier-Jouët Champagne.C E L E B R A T E W I T H A Sharing FeastGnocchi – blue cheese – walnutBBQ salmon – fennel – quinoaMac and cheese – winter truffleCod goujons – onion seed – tartare sauceThai chicken curry – puffed rice – corianderSpiced potato – lentil – spinach fricasseeTiger prawns – coconut – jasmine rice – coriander-Dark chocolate mousse – hazelnut – caramelRaspberry Eton messChoose 5 of the above for £38.00 per person.

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A FIVE-STAR NEW YEARWe excel at bringing in a brand new year in absolute style – it’s nothing shortof fabulous. We’ve got the best seats in London when it comes to a showcaseof the season. So if you want an indulgent way to bring in the bells, let thecountdown commence.N E W Y E A R ’ S E V E MenuFree-range chicken Parfait – puffed spelt – shallot, orArtichoke Varieties of artichoke – winter truffle – duck egg-Sea bass Lobster – black rice – coriander – coconut, orAged beef fillet Braised rib – pickled vegetables – Shetland Blacks – mustard-Egg and soldiers-70% dark chocolate Fondant – pumpkin – hazelnut, orBramley apple Crumble – vanilla custard – caramel-Treats Served with tea and coffee£60.00 per person, £90.00 with sommelier’s choice wine pairings.Early table bookings are available so you can head down to enjoy thefireworks.Our beautifully-created brunch is always a popular affair, so booking ishighly recommended. It’s the perfect way to begin 2017.N E W Y E A R ’ S D A Y BrunchStarters from the buffet Charcuteries: Air-dried ham – prosciutto – speck – chorizo Cured and smoked fish: Herrings – salmon – haddock Cream cheese – pickles – caper berries – sour cream Winter salads: Pickled cabbage – apple – beetroot Potato – mustard seed – sour cream – celery Roasted pumpkin – smoked sausage – chestnut Endive – Stilton – honey – walnut-Baked in the kitchen Muffins – Croissants – Pain au chocolate – Vanilla custard-Something a bit healthier Natural yoghurt – Berries and granola – Fresh fruit –Bircher muesli-For your sweet tooth Baked vanilla cheesecake – passion fruit – yoghurt Waffles – Nutella – whipped cream-From the chef Eggs Benedict: Burford Browns – winter truffle – Cumbrian air-dried ham Chorizo: White beans – spiced tomato – fried egg –avocado Omelette: Smoked haddock – Gruyère – watercress



CALL US OLD-FASHIONED BRITISH, BUTWE PRIDE OURSELVES ON NOSTALGIA.AND YULETIDE ISN’T COMPLETEWITHOUT THE LONG-ESTABLISHEDTRADITIONS AND FANTASTICand loveT R I M M I N G S W E A L L K N O W .This happens to be our favourite time of year at DUKESLONDON and it’s evident in everything we do – fromthe theatre of drinks served in our most famous of barsand our show-stopping cuisine, to hanging stockings inyour room ready for Santa.As a holder of the World’s Ultimate Service Award,attention to detail and exacting standards aresomething we strive to deliver the whole year round.

HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFEC H R I S T M A S Sparkle P A C K A G EThere’s so much going on in the capital at this special time of year, so whynot make the most of it and stay over? We’ll welcome you with wintrymulled wine or silky-smooth hot chocolate before showing you to yourbedroom for the evening. The following morning, we’ll serve up a full Englishbreakfast before you depart to enjoy the festive spirit.Available from 14th to 30th December, from £311.00 inc. VAT.C H R I S T M A S Family P A C K A G EChristmas is without doubt all about spending quality time with your lovedones. So whisk everyone off during December and January and book oneof our deluxe family suites. Every morning, we’ll welcome you all in therestaurant to enjoy complimentary full English breakfast. With a personalbutler at your beck and call to make your stay even more relaxed, this isthe ultimate wintertime treat.From £750.00 per Family Suite – 2 adults and 2 children.T H E Ultimate C H R I S T M A S B R E A K –24TH AND 25TH DECEMBER24TH DECEMBERWe’d be honoured to have you as our guest on this extra-special occasionand that’s why every last detail is meticulously executed. On ChristmasEve, we’ll settle you with mulled wine, hot chocolate and mince piesdelivered to your room. In the evening, join us for celebratory cocktails andcanapés in our lounge before taking your seat for our set-menu dinner in ourcontemporary restaurant.You’ll then be escorted to Midnight Mass before returning to festive treatsand awaiting the countdown to the big day itself.For little ones preparing for Santa, we’ll deliver drinks and snacks includinggoodies for Mr. Claus and his reindeer at bedtime.25TH DECEMBERChristmas Day is food glorious food. You’ll start with a full English breakfastin our restaurant and may we suggest some fresh air in the Royal Parkafterwards to work up an appetite for round two. Later, put on your fineryand join us for a glass of Champagne and canapés before indulging in asix-course Champagne lunch. In the evening, join us in the Drawing Roomfor cheese and wine to round off the festivities.From £920.00 per person for a two-night package.

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THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS ON THE 24THWITH SUCH AN EXCITING EVENING AHEAD, BE SURE TO FILLIT WITH OUR SPECIALLY-CREATED MENU FROM THE THIRTY-SIXTEAM AND OF COURSE, THE BEST OF COMPANY.With the anticipation of a visit from Santa almost upon you, this is youropportunity to truly enjoy the enchantment of a magical time that comes butonce a year.C H R I S T M A S E V E Celebrations M E N UParsnip espuma Apple – korma spice – parsnip bark-Free-range chicken Artichoke – winter truffle – langoustine-Yorkshire venison loin Butternut squash – braised shin – sprout tops – juniper-70% dark chocolate Bitter orange – fondant – crème fraiche – hazelnut-Treats Served with tea and coffee£75.00 per person.COME CELEBRATE WITH US ON THE 25THLet us make this a Christmas Day that will long be talked about fondly. This isyour chance to take it easy and enjoy a spot of pampering – after all, if youcan’t wind down on today of all days, when can you? All that’s left to do ispartake in a mouth-watering six-course lunch with attentive service.C H R I S T M A S D A Y LunchCHOOSE 12.30PM OR 3.30PMLobster bisque Saffron – croquette – leek-Goosnargh duck Compressed – pear – salt baked celeriac – smoked duck-Organic salmon Mussels – sultana – carrot-Norfolk Bronze turkey All the festive trimmings to include:Pigs in blankets – roasted root vegetables – apricot and sage farce –cranberry sauce-Christmas pudding Brandy custard – spiced plum compote-Warm mince pies Served with tea and coffee£125.00 per person.

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GOOD CHEER TO ALLTHIS ONE’S SURE TO GET YOU IN THE MOOD. WITH 10OR MORE GUESTS, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS.PackageC H R I S T M A S P A R T Y C E L E B R A T I O NIncludes:– Room hire for reception and dinner– A Christmas cocktail/ Soft drink on arrival– Pre-dinner canapés– Five-course Christmas menu– Half a bottle of house wine per person– Half a bottle of still or sparkling water per person– Christmas novelty items– T able centre decorationsMenuBroccoli Pine nut – ParmesanConfit duck Terrine – apple – pickled mustard – celeriacTurkey ballontine Charred sprouts – maple – parsnips – thymeCreamed rice Parfait – spiced plums – cinnamon – crumbleHomemade mince pies served with tea and coffee£110.00 per person.-Optional extras:Mulled wine £6.00 per glass.Cheese platter £9.50 per platter based on 10 guests per table.-Drinks packages quotes available on request. Cash bar charged on consumption.Floral arrangements or centre pieces from £40.00 per table arrangement.-Entertainment and theming quotes available on request.

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