This month feels celebratory for many clients and it’s a privilege to share their news with you. Our Edinburgh office welcomes industry leaders Hawksmoor to the fold; Jun Tanaka’s The Ninth marks its ninth anniversary with one of the most exquisite menus we’ve ever seen; and truffle season is upon us, which by very nature feels special – head to Pastaio for a truly decadent, truffle-enriched meal. And last but certainly not least, we were thrilled to see glowing reviews in national newspapers for the likes of Trivet, Marceline and Sesta, the first restaurant from Drew Snaith and Hannah Kowalski – much cause to celebrate.
LATEST NEWS
THE NINTH celebrates its ninth birthday with special anniversary menu
The Ninth - the beloved Michelin-starred restaurant from Jun Tanaka - is celebrating a very special birthday this month, marking a namesake nine years on Fitzrovia's Charlotte Street. From 18th-23rd November, a Nine Year Anniversary Menu will encompass best-loved past dishes, as chosen by their loyal diners on Instagram. Expect Langoustine ravioli, Lamb & truffle en croute and of course, Jun's famed Pain perdu for dessert.
MAURO COLAGRECO to host collaboration dinner with Quique Dacosta at Raffles London at The OWO
Raffles London will host not one, but two of the world's most celebrated chefs this month. Chef Mauro Colagreco will welcome Spain's Quique Dacosta to his restaurant at the hotel on 28th November, with the pair cooking a six-course dinner featuring their signature dishes. Colagreco's French restaurant Mirazur topped the World's 50 Best list in 2019, while Dacosta's eponymous restaurant in Dénia currently holds the 14th spot on the list. Read more here.
ACTION AGAINST HUNGER to host Sounds of the Season, its first ever festive fundraising concert
We're pleased to share our support for Action Against Hunger - a charity tackling life-threatening hunger worldwide - which has announced its first ever festive concert. On 16th December at St Peter's Church in Eaton Square, Sounds of the Season will see comedian Shappi Khorsandi host an evening of music from Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir and festive treats from Great British Bake Off winner Candice Brown. Book your tickets here.
What's on this month
Head to Hawksmoor Edinburgh for a Big Matt burger - named for executive chef Matt Brown, this cheeky tribute to a fast food classic is back on the menu. Pastaio has teamed up with chef Jackson Boxer for a luxurious Caviar and Smoked Cream Tagliolini special, available from 7th November. Cosy season has come to The Laundry: this November, diners can indulge in DIY Swiss raclette from Borough Market favourite Jumi Cheese. On 2nd November, JOIA Rooftop will celebrate Bonfire Night with Iberian sandwiches and live DJ sets overlooking the Battersea Park fireworks. Fancy something new? Sebb's opens its doors in Glasgow on the 25th November, while Fatto a Mano brings Neapolitan pizza to Bethnal Green from today. Also starting today is StreetSmart's 2024 campaign, which sees over 600 UK restaurants adding £1 to bills until the end of the year to tackle homelessness.
Dish spotlight: Scotch olives
'Nduja scotched olives at Sesta
At new Hackney spot Sesta, chef Drew Snaith's deep-fried Perello olives are stuffed with Calabrian 'nduja di spilinga and wrapped in Yorkshire sausagemeat.
Olives ascolana at Sotto
Up in Edinburgh, Sotto's take on an Italian antipasti classic sees olives stuffed with minced pork, rolled in breadcrumbs and deep fried.
