MARCUS RESTAURANT REOPENS AT THE BERKELEY LONDON

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MARCUS REOPENS FOLLOWING EXSTENSIVE REFURBISHMENT AT THE BERKELEY, LONDON Marcus (formerly Marcus Wareing at the Berkeley) has reopened following a stunning refurbishment, bringing a relaxed formality to the dining experience in a new, elegant and contemporary setting. The Design: In January 2014 the former Marcus Wareing at the Berkeley closed its doors and the last three months have seen a skilled team of craftsmen transform the familiar claret dining room into a stunning, new contemporary dining space. The new interiors, executed by Robert Angell Design International, masterfully reflect and compliment the modern, fresh approach that Marcus Wareing has taken with the re-launch of his eponymous, two Michelin starred Knightsbridge restaurant.  The Marcus ‘look’ exudes a cool sophistication; a carefully considered blend of timeless elegance, clean, classical lines and a refined colour palette, provide the backdrop for Marcus and his team to thrill and enchant their guests. The Food: Marcus remains at the helm, working closely with Head Chef Mark Froydenlund. The essence of the food has been retained, but updated to allow greater choice and flexibility. Marcus continues to deliver modern European cooking with a seasonal British influence using the highest quality produce to create imaginative dishes with exacting execution. The focus is on flavour with a variety of cooking techniques in use to make the most of every ingredient.  New to the menu is flexible lunchtime options with individually priced dishes providing greater guest choice and the opportunity to enjoy the food at Marcus in as little as 40 minutes. For those ordering from the Lunch or A la Carte menus Marcus now offers a selection of innovative Tasting plates to whet the appetite and allow for a more leisurely experience, along with the option to pick and choose the number of courses. The Service: Relaxed formality is the order of the day and is no more apparent than in the service, led by Restaurant Manager Daniel Greenock. Striking the perfect balance between being engaging, knowledgeable, passionate, attentive and unassuming. www.marcuswareing.com 0207 235 1200 / reservations@marcuswareing.com F: /marcuswareing T: @marcuswareing Menus: LUNCH TASTING PLATES Charred rabbit, Romesco, almonds £8 Goats’ curd, shallot, sourdough £6 Bavette steak, nettle, parsley £10 STARTERS £11 Scottish salmon, shallot, lime, anchovy Calçot onion, potato, truffle MAIN COURSE £19 Rhug Estate pork belly, Pease pudding, fennel Pollock, lobster, coco bean, chicory, razor clam CHEESE £12 Selection from the trolley DESSERT £8 White chocolate, lime, mango Maple syrup custard, cocoa crisps   À la Carte STARTERS Dorset snails, rabbit, watercress, wild garlic Foie gras, cherries, granola Quail, nettle, pine nuts, raddichio Veal sweet bread, lettuce, pea and ham FISH Mackerel, onions, egg Turbot, snails, shallot, gnocchi Crab, courgette flower, rouille, chicory gromelo Scallops, cauliflower, cucumber MEAT Herdwick lamb, beetroot, barley Galloway beef, potato, cabbage, short rib Rhug Estate pork, fennel, glazed apple TO SHARE Anjou pigeon, kromeski, potato SIDE ORDER Pommes purée, Lincolnshire Poacher sauce £10 CHEESE from the trolley £12 DESSERT Chocolate, tonka bean, lime Pineapple, pain perdu, coconut Warm chocolate, crunch, salted caramel ice cream Mascarpone, blood orange, streusel Lemon meringue, iced tea 2 COURSES £60 3 COURSES £85 4 COURSES £95 TASTE Foie gras, cherries, granola, brioche Mackerel, onions, egg Dorset snails, rabbit, watercress, wild garlic Scallop, cauliflower, cucumber Lake District lamb, beetroot, barley Tunworth, raisin Tiramisu Lemon meringue, iced tea £120 SOMMELIER’S FINE WINE SELECTION £195 Also within Marcus Wareing Restaurants: The Gilbert Scott – British Brasserie and Bar, St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, Euston Rd, NW1 An elegant Brasserie and Bar The Gilbert Scott is named in honour of the building’s original architect Sir George Gilbert Scott. Taking inspiration from tradition, the Gilbert Scott offers a creative, original menu with British produce at the core. The Gilbert Scott bar, a wonder on its own, offers fantastic cocktails, brunch, afternoon tea and bar bites. www.thegilbertscott.co.uk/ 0207 278 3888 / F: /thegilbertscott / T: @thegilbertscott Tredwell’s – West End Eatery, Upper St Martins Lane, Seven Dials, WC2 Opening in the summer of 2014 Tredwell’s will be a mid-price ‘West End Eatery’ that captures the vibrancy of the surrounding Seven Dials and West End. Arranged over three floors with two bars and a late license the 5,500 sq. ft. restaurant is situated at 4 Upper St Martin’s Lane, opposite Jamie’s Italian and Dishoom. www.tredwells7dials.com/ F: /tredwells7dials / T: @tredwells7dials ABOUT THE BERKELEY In leafy Knightsbridge, the Berkeley, part of Maybourne Hotel Group is the essence of contemporary chic. With stunning rooms and suites, two Michelin-starred cuisine from Marcus Wareing, Pierre Koffmann’s French Brasserie, classic British dishes in the Caramel Room, fashionista fancies for afternoon tea at Prêt-à-Portea, cocktails in the Blue Bar and the Spa complete with rooftop pool, the Berkeley is rich in pleasure and discoveries that will surprise and enchant. ABOUT MAYBOURNE HOTEL GROUP Maybourne Hotel Group owns and manages Claridge’s, the Connaught and the Berkeley, three of the world’s most legendary five-star hotels, located in the heart of London. Maybourne Hotel Group is committed to delivering authentic and unique guest experiences that reflect the individual nature of its hotels, its guests and its staff whilst maintaining a timeless elegance and intuitive service style that are the hallmarks of its properties. Marcus Wareing at the Berkeley, London Crab, courgette flower, rouille, chicory gromelo Mackerel, onions, egg Chocolate, tonka bean, lime