To honour the famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show and its 100th anniversary, London restaurant Le Cercle has created an inventive 5 course menu inspired by the vibrant horticultural displays and showcasing the very best of Spring ingredients.
The French restaurant will treat gardening enthusiasts from the 21st May 2013 with a blooming tasting menu at £39.50.
Mike Gray, Head Chef, says: “As a neighbour of the London's Royal Hospital Gardens, Le Cercle has always been a popular stop for visitors. This year, we combined seasonal food such as asparagus, and flowers to create a hearty floral themed meal.”
A selection of fragrant wines has also been chosen to accompany each dish.
The flowery feast will include:
Floral Gin cocktail on arrival
in association with Bloom Gin
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White asparagus, gladiola and raspberry dressing
Mas Delmas "Marie Delmas", Muscat sec, Côtes Catalanes, 2011
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Home-cured salmon with violet tea oil and citrus relish
Château La Coste, Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, Rose d'Une Nuit, 2011
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Guinea fowl, garden peas, verbena and tulip
Patrick Corbineau, Chinon, 2008
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Brillat-Savarin, hibiscus crumble and pickled grapes
Château Moulin-Caresse, Sauvignon Sec, Bergerac, 2011
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Chocolate tart and lavender ice cream
Gourmandise, Domaine Coston, 2010
Available from 21st May until 25th May 2013 for lunch and dinner at £39.50 or £64.50 with sommelier wine pairing.
