Couple of weeks ago I was invited to dine at Roux at The Landau with fellow foodies (thanks Aftab for inviting me along) for lunch. It was a Friday afternoon and I was so glad to have taken the afternoon off from work to come to the Langham Hotel and sample their a la carte menu – a menu designed by father and son Albert and Michel Roux Jnr. This is the first time they’ve collaborated in over 19 years, bringing us the Roux’s culinary expertise to the newly renamed Roux at The Landau (I was so excited I squeeled a bit). We were very honoured to meet Jamie Draper, the head chef at Roux at The Landau where he has brought a wealth of experience to the restaurant and satisfying feed babies that afternoon!
The Langham Hotel is the largest hotel in London that was opened in 1865 by HRH Prince of Wales (later became King Edward VII), a favoured spot with members of the royal family, politicians and high profile guests.
Upon arrival (and slightly late..it’s all Aftab’s fault) we were welcomed and directed to our reserved table with fellow bloggers (Mehreen, Lauren, Sheepa) and lovely Aysem (from The Langham Hotel). I haven’t eaten all day (actually, that’s a lie, I had a whole mozarella cheese by itself…another story another day) so my appetite was pretty big and reserved for this lunch! For starters I was torn between the Crisp Blue Prawns or the Seared Scallops – I succumbed and ordered the Seared scallops with creamed coco beans and chanterelles (a type of mushroom). The scallops were huge must I say; it was beautifully presented and delectable.
For our main, everyone seemed to have ordered the butter roast sirloin of Scotch beef whilst I decided to go for the roast saddle of Denham estate venison, served with brussel sprouts and chestnuts. I had my venison cooked medium rare – it was perfection! The others glanced at my plate and seemed like they preferred what I had (hehehe) and so they should have, it was succulent and tasted like Christmas in the mouth (reference to the chestnuts).
We were pretty stuffed but as foodie bloggers; we always have a side stomach for desserts (I am working on my side stomach, I get so full so quickly). Again I was torn by their dessert menu; I was going to order the Pistachio and lemon roulade but I quickly changed my mind at the last minute and went for the Toffee apple soufflé with gingerbread ice cream – I was so glad I changed my mind because that soufflé blew my mind! It was so fluffy…fluffy and fluffy!! I think this is the best soufflé I’ve ever had (I hope the girls agree with me here) and I hope my pictures below speaks a thousand words for me right now!
Aysem wanted to show us around and I felt so lucky to have the tour because I love general interior, architecture and the history/heritage that go with it. We had a quick peak at the private dining space; draped with beautiful curtains and Victorian-inspired furniture. We then squeezed our way into the lift (we should have taken the stairs) to take a further sneak peek into The Langham Club (The film Burnt featuring Bradley Cooper was also filmed at The Langham Hotel) – a private sanctuary that is set to redefine the club concept with the ultimate in exclusivity, modern conveniences, attentive service with complimentary services. I loved my tour and wished I could take a quick peak in their luxury suites (one day, one day) but nonetheless, what a fab lunch! Thank you Aftab for inviting me and Aysem for being a wonderful host. I learnt so much about the Hotel and I cannot wait to come back and dine at the Palm Court!! To learn more about their menu, you can find it here.
Location: Roux at The Landau – The Langham Hotel, 1c Portland Place, London, W1B 1JA
To call for more details and reservation: 020 7636 1000
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