Thirty Six By Nigel Mendham Launches New Rustic Menu At DUKES ST JAMES LONDON

Thirty Six By Nigel Mendham Launches New Rustic Menu At DUKES ST JAMES LONDON

November 2014…// DUKES ST JAMES LONDON’s esteemed Executive Head Chef Nigel Mendham is delighted to introduce a brand new rustic menu at the boutique five-star hotel’s signature restaurant, THIRTY SIX. Nigel’s new menu is set to tantalise foodies, guests and locals alike, drawing on influences from his Norfolk heritage, bringing a fresh new look to his award-winning food.

Both stunning in presentation and taste, Nigel’s well recognised cuisine continues to push the boundaries of some of the best in modern British food. Nigel has been awarded three AA Rosettes for outstanding service and food at THIRTY SIX, where he strives to serve dishes which are created using the finest quality seasonal and where possible, locally sourced produce from his local suppliers, to create a fine dining experience for all tastes.

Nigel’s burning ambition to become one of Britain’s top chefs began as a young child growing up in Norfolk, where he would spend his summers on sandy beaches clam-picking and crabbing, before going home to cook with his mother, his creative mentor in the kitchen. Drawing inspiration for THIRTY SIX’s new rustic menu from his Norfolk background, Nigel uses hearty and authentic flavours meticulously prepared with exciting modern flair. Nigel Mendham’s new rustic menu at THIRTY SIX is now available and includes:

Starters:

Artichoke

Varieties of artichoke, duck egg, autumn truffle

 

Goat cheese

Flan, variations of beetroot, celery sorbet

 

Pork terrine

Langoustine, pickled vegetables, granny smith

Crab

White crab, avocado, pink grapefruit

 

Main Course:

 

Goosenargh duck

Young leeks, girolles, sultana

John Dory

Cauliflower, coriander, almonds

Salt Marsh lamb

Smoked aubergine, burnt onion, goats curd, cumin croquette

 

Cauliflower

Risotto, burnt onion, leeks

Pudding:

Damson

Vodka, jelly, ice

Dark chocolate

Pave, pumpkin, hazelnut praline

 

Lord of London

Heritage beetroot, celery sorbet

 

Located in the heart of London’s West End, THIRTY SIX By Nigel Mendham presents a fresh addition to the well-loved restaurants of St. James and a chance for Mayfair diners to enjoy quintessentially British cuisine with a modern and rustic twist!

The new rustic menu at THIRTY SIX By Nigel Mendham is available from £49.00 for 2 courses or £60.00 for 3 courses including coffee or tea. A full 7-course tasting menu is available for £75 or £105 with a selection of matching wines by the glass.

Nightly rates in a DUKES room at DUKES ST JAMES LONDON start from £295. For more information or to make a reservation at Thirty Six By Nigel Mendham please call 020 7491 4840 or visit www.dukeshotel.com

 

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DUKES ST. JAMES LONDON is tucked away in a cobbled court yard off St James’ and is a member of the prestigious, Small Luxury Hotels of the World. To book please visit www.dukeshotel.com or contact the DUKES reservation team on 020 7491 4840.

 

 

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