Tuesday afternoon.
In one of our more indulgent moments, my partner and I have taken the day off work to celebrate a landmark birthday. And it doesn’t get more indulgent than the Ledbury.
The Ledbury is one of my favourite restaurants in London. Recently awarded its second Michelin star, the food looks as beautiful as it tastes and my first experience left me speechless. If I had to recommend one restaurant to a newcomer to London- this is it! And it’s a Notting Hill local.
We started with beetroot meringues with a foie grois filling. I loved the mackerel as starter and the main of pork belly had the lightest, crunchiest crackling. And I would’ve liked to have licked the bowl of the coffee crème brulee. All were a brilliant: surprising combinations of textures and flavours.
The service displays a deft touch that makes it immediately welcoming and sets an extraordinary standard throughout the meal. The waiting staff are as formal or informal as you are.
I had advised on booking that it we were celebrating a birthday and they brought out a complimentary tart with a candle in it.
We went for their three course tasting menu (£27.50) available for lunch. For something really special, let the chef decide your dishes and the sommelier your wines (around £250 for two.)
It is well worth every penny.
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