The Michelin Guide and TheFork have joined forces – combining the gastronomic expertise of the Michelin Guide with the easy-to-use restaurant booking system of TheFork. Together we bring you ‘Michelin Specials’ – a set of offers available exclusively for Michelin readers.
In Part 1 we focused on Indian restaurants. Part 2 looked at Global cuisine and Part 3 centres around restaurants serving European fare.
Click on the restaurant’s name to view further details and secure these exclusive offers, which are only available when booked via the Michelin Guide website.
MODERN EUROPEAN
Céleste (at The Lanesborough), Hyde Park Corner, London, SW1X 7TA – One Michelin Star
The Lanesborough hotel’s sumptuously decorated restaurant is somewhere fit for a celebration, with its beautiful Wedgwood friezes, Corinthian columns, domed glass roof and enormous chandeliers. European-inspired dishes use the very best produce and natural flavours shine through.
Offer: Tasting Menu with a Glass of Champagne – 3 Courses £95pp; 4 Courses £105pp; 5 Courses £125pp
Available Mon-Thurs and Sat for Lunch and Dinner until 30th September
Tasting Menu:
Glass of Champagne
Foie Gras – Terrine, pickled rhubarb, pear gel and toasted brioche
Hand-dived Scottish Scallop, Oscietra Caviar – Spinach purée, Champagne and vanilla sauce
Poached Turbot – White asparagus with cockles, cauliflower purée and fish velouté
Dry-Aged Pigeon Breast – Onion purée, black pudding, beetroot and cherry
Vacherin – Pink grapefruit, tarragon and Champagne
Cheese selection, crackers and grapes (£12.00 supplement)
CREATIVE BRITISH
The Clove Club, Shoreditch Town Hall, 380 Old Street, London, EC1V 9LT – One Michelin Star
The chefs perform centre stage in the smart, blue-tiled kitchen of the ornate and rather glamorous former Shoreditch Town Hall. Top-notch seasonal British produce features in original, expertly judged combinations, with the seafood dishes a highlight.
Offer: Full Tasting Menu with Sparkling Wine on Arrival, Signature Amuse Bouche, Petits Fours, Coffee and Digestif £145pp
Available Lunch Tues-Sat and Dinner Mon-Sat until 30th September
Tasting Menu:
Smoked anchovy jelly – Fresh almond and crushed tomato seeds
Chilled courgette soup – Cornish crab, parmesan and basil
White asparagus royale – Duck ham, ginger and Arbois wine sauce
Hazelwood grilled lobster – Corsican pomelo and sage
Perfectly grilled trout – Superior sauce
Dry-aged Middle White pork – New Season’s garlic and Indian spices
Loquat sorbet – Loquat kernel mousse, popcorn and amaranth
Strawberries & cream – Antica Formula, sake lees and blackcurrant wine
MODERN FRENCH
Le Comptoir Robuchon, 6 Clarges Street, London, W1J 8AE
The 20-seater marble counter is a prominent feature of this chic, classically stylish restaurant. Attractive, well-crafted dishes come with a light, modern touch and an impressive French-leaning wine list adds to the luxury.
Offer: 3 Course Menu and a Glass of Laurent Perrier Brut Champagne £79pp
Available Lunch and Dinner until 31st July
Arrival Drink:
Glass of Laurent Perrier Brut Champagne
Starter:
La Dorade – Seabream carpaccio, lime, Espelette chilli
La Tomate – Heirloom tomato, burrata, green shiso
Main Course:
La Caille – Quail, foie gras, herb salad
La Lotte – Monkfish, seasonal vegetables, sorrel bouillon
Dessert:
Le Chariot Gourmand – A selection of homemade desserts, lollipops and ice creams
Les Fromages – A selection of French and British cheeses
CLASSIC FRENCH
Galvin Bistrot & Bar, 35 Spital Square, London, E1 6DY
The Galvin brothers’ name has always been synonymous with traditional French cooking and this stylish bistrot will satisfy any Francophile. Dishes are well-crafted and menus cover all the classics.
Offer: 3 Course Set Menu with a Complimentary Glass of Brut £32.50pp
Available for Lunch and Dinner until 30th September
Starter:
Chilled gazpacho, Niçoise olive and basil
Charentais Melon and Parma ham
Mains:
Fillet of sea bream, fennel marmalade, grilled potatoes and shellfish dressing
Roast supreme of chicken, Paris cap mushrooms and rainbow chard
Dessert:
Aged Comté cheese and apple chutney
Lavender-roasted Provence peach and crème fraîche
