Sunday, December 14, 2008

My Birthday

A bit belated but I have been meaning to mention what a wonderful birthday weekend I had. Once again my lovely husband planned an indulgent treat for us both. We started with a picnic brunch and champagne at home, before setting off for London on the train (first class of course).

We then arrived at the Stafford Hotel which was a charming, classic and stylish building. Later on I was taken to my first Michelin Star restaurant: Roussillon (in Pimlico) where we embarked upon an eight course journey of extravagance. The menu consisted of:

Parsley & Parmesan Royale
Light Pumpkin Veloute

Wild Mushroom Vol Au Vent
Ricotta Gnocchi, Leek Jus

The Priory Bay Umami Egg
Wild Seaweed, Capers, Shallots Garlic, Lemon & Light Soy Sauce

Crunchy and tender warm salad
Walnut, Apple, and Celery Watercress Dressing

Autumn Vegetables & Roots Cooked Together in a Pot
Reduced Balsamic Vinegar & Truffle Dressing

Osso Iraty From Pays
Basque Cherry Compote & Walnut Bread

Pineapple and Lime Ravioli
Lime Sorbet

Williams Pear Souffle
Pear Veloute a Warm Madeline

(wines to accompany and complement each meal)

It was a throughly delightful experience (and very expensive) but I still think Morgan M has the edge.

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