CHRISTMAS TIME IS DUKES TIME
Call us oldfashioned but we pride ourselves on nostalgia. And Yuletide isn t complete without the longestablished traditions and fantastic trimmings we all know and love. CAPTURING THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IN ST. JAMES This happens to be our favourite time of year at DUKES LONDON and it s evident in everything we do from the theatre of drinks served in our most famous of bars and our showstopping cuisine to hanging stockings in your room ready for Santa. As a holder of the World s Ultimate Service award, attention to detail and exacting standards are something we strive to deliver the whole year round. dukeshotel.com 3
Christmas Sparkle Package There s so much going on in the capital at this special time of year, so why not make the most of it and stay over? Nothing says Christmas like moreish mince pies, so we ll welcome you with this traditional delicacy along with wintry mulled wine or silkysmooth hot chocolate before showing you to your room for the evening. The following morning, we ll serve up a full English before you depart brimming with festive spirit. Available from 16th to 30th December. From 305.00 (inc. VAT), per room per night. Christmas Family Package HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE Christmas is without doubt all about spending quality time with your loved ones. So whisk everyone off during December and January and book one of our deluxe family suites. Every morning, we ll welcome you all in the restaurant to enjoy complimentary full English breakfast. With a personal butler at your beck and call to make your stay even more relaxed, this is the ultimate wintertime stay. From 750.00 per Deluxe Suite. The Ultimate Christmas Break We d be honoured to have you as our guest on this extraspecial occasion and that s why every last detail is meticulously executed. On Christmas Eve, we ll settle you with mulled wine, hot chocolate and mince pies delivered to your room. In the evening, join us for celebratory cocktails and canapés in our Champagne Lounge before taking your seat for our setmenu dinner in our contemporary restaurant. You ll then be escorted to Midnight Mass before returning to festive treats and awaiting the countdown to the big day itself. For little ones preparing for Santa, we ll deliver drinks and snacks including goodies for Mr. Claus and his reindeer at bedtime. Christmas Day is food glorious food. You ll start with a full English breakfast and may we suggest some fresh air in Royal Park afterwards to work up an appetite for round champagne lunch. In the evening, join us in the Drawing Room for cheese and wine to round off the festivities. 940.00 per person for two nights. dukeshotel.com 5
The glorious tradition of afternoon tea is a very British custom and at Christmas time, we like to add a and join us in our cosy Drawing Room to break up the day in the nicest possible way. Seeing as it s Christmas, why not accompany it with a glass of bubbles? It d be rude not to. Festive Afternoon Tea 1st31st December, 1pm to 6pm A TEATIME RITUAL WITH ADDED SPARKLE Festive cakes and treats; apricot and cinnamon scones, clotted cream, plum jam All served with freshly infused tea, coffee or hot chocolate 29.50 per person, or 39.50 per person including a glass of Champagne and a special treat from the chef after all, you ve been very, very good. dukeshotel.com 7
Never a truer expression was spoken than eat, drink and be merry. This is the only place in London to entertain, so join us for celebratory lunch or dinner and partake in the restaurant. And if you really want to impress, why not book one of our stunning private dining rooms for an intimate meal with special people? THIRTY SIX Festive Set Menu 1st31st December WHAT IT S ALL ABOUT Lunch menu 42.00 to include a welcome glass of Prosecco Rabbit Apple celeriac mustard seed raisin Pheasant Rice pudding Caramelised pineapple coconut ice macadamia nut coriander Treats Dinner menu 49.00 to include a welcome glass of Prosecco Rabbit Apple celeriac mustard seed raisin Pheasant Rice pudding Caramelised pineapple coconut ice macadamia nut coriander Bosworth Ash Compressed celery pistachio brioche crumble Treats dukeshotel.com 9
With such an exciting evening speciallycreated menu from the THIRTY SIX team and of course, the best of company. With the anticipation of a visit from Santa almost upon you, this is your opportunity to truly enjoy the enchantment of a magical time that comes but once a year. Christmas Eve Dinner Menu 24th December THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS ON THE 24TH Pumpkin espuma Chestnut Parmesan tortellini Wood pigeon Saltbaked beetroot pancetta lentils chard Guinea fowl Apples and pears Tart tatin iced caramelised pear walnuts liquid apple Tea, coffee and treats 75.00 per person To preorder your wine, simply ask a member of the team upon booking. dukeshotel.com 11
Let us make this a Christmas Day that will long be talked about fondly. This is your chance to take it easy and enjoy a spot of pampering after all, if you can t wind down on today of all days, when can you? All that s left to do is partake in a mouthwatering lunch with attentive service. Christmas Day Lunch Choose your time, 12:30pm or 3:30pm EVERYTHING YOU COULD WISH FOR ON THE 25TH Duck consommé Foraged mushroom brioche rillettes Ham hock Parsnip bark apple curry soft egg Sea bass Saffron white crab pickled fennel Norfolk Bronze turkey All the festive trimmings pigs in blankets roasted root vegetables apricot and sage farce cranberry sauce Christmas pudding Brandy custard spiced plum compote Tea, coffee and warm mince pies 125.00 per person including a welcome festive cocktail. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment. dukeshotel.com 13
We excel at bringing in a brand new year in absolute style it s nothing short of fabulous. We ve got the best seats in London when it comes to a showcase of the season s glorious food and spectacular entertainment. So if you want an indulgent way to bring in the bells, let the countdown commence. New Year s Eve Menu 31st December A FIVESTAR NEW YEAR Amusebouche Free range chicken or Artichoke Sea bass Foraged herbs lobster croquette tomato lobster emulsion or Heritage beetroot spelt celery oxtail Egg and soldiers 70% dark chocolate Fondant pumpkin hazelnut or Pistachio Clementine crème fraîche pistachio cake Treats 60.00 per person Early seatings available so you can go out and enjoy the take in the New Year as our guest. dukeshotel.com 15
Our beautifullycreated brunch is always a popular affair, so booking is highly recommended. It s the perfect way to begin 2016, so if your resolution is to spoil yourself, this is the place to start as you mean to go on. With so much choice on the menu, it really is food galore. New Year s Day Brunch RESOLUTELY R E S P L E N D E N T NEW YEAR S DAY BRUNCH Charcuteries Roast ham bresaola prosciutto speck chorizo Herrings salmon haddock Cream cheese pickles caper berries sour cream Winter salads Pickled cabbage apple beetroot Potato mustard seed sour cream celery Roasted pumpkin smoked duck chestnut Endive Stilton honey walnut Baked in the kitchen Something a bit healthier Natural yoghurt, berries and granola, fresh fruit, bircher muesli For your sweet tooth Baked vanilla cheesecake passion fruit yoghurt Burnt custard spiced apple sultana walnut From the chef Eggs benedict or Chicken fricassee Foraged mushrooms leeks tarragon crisp pastry or Omelette Smoked haddock Gruyère watercress 45.00 per person We recommend early booking to avoid disappointment. dukeshotel.com 17
The exquisite setting of our PerrierJouët Champagne Lounge is something of a marvel and most certainly the sparkling jewel in our crown. Its twinkling backdrop is the perfect setting for getting together with friends old and new for pre or postdinner drinks. Chinchin. Champagne and Canapés BRIGHT AND BUBBLY Smoked trout cream cheese Oscietra caviar Air dried duck ham apple spiced bread Yorkshire venison black pudding celeriac Lobster quail egg tarragon Goat s cheese bee pollen broccoli couscous Mince pies Served with a glass of PerrierJouët Champagne. 29.50 per person Available for exclusive use. dukeshotel.com 19
Wine and cheese are of course a fantastic part of the culinary delights at Christmas time. So what better way to entertain your guests than with our British Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience. Gather 10 or more of your favourite foodie friends and catch up over the perfect cheeseboard and paired wine. Package 1 55.00 per person Package 2 75.00 per person THE BEST OF TASTES British artisan cheeses Lord London Bosworth Ash Bramley apple compote Blacksticks Silk Shropshire Blue Tomato chutney Montgomery cheddar Boxer Caramelised onion jam Oat cakes malt loaf grapes celery ½ bottle of white wine ½ bottle of red wine Charcuterie and cheese English cured meats Pickles spices artisan breads British artisan cheeses Lord London Bosworth Ash Bramley apple compote Blacksticks Silk Shropshire Blue Tomato chutney Montgomery cheddar Boxer Caramelised onion jam Oat cakes malt loaf grapes celery ½ bottle of white wine ½ bottle of red wine Extras: Champagne reception 16.00 per person or glass of port 6.00 per person. dukeshotel.com 21
Christmas Party Celebration Package This one s sure to get you in the mood. With 10 or more guests, the possibilities are endless. We ve got four festive menus to choose from with optional extras, or if you want to really set the scene, book our Christmas Party Celebration package in one of our private rooms. For 110.00 per person, start with a festive cocktail and predinner canapés. A lavish threecourse Christmas menu follows that s guaranteed to delight. Naturally, there ll be novelty items and table centre decorations, and let s not forget half a bottle of house wine, and half a bottle of still or sparkling water per person. For afters, there s homemade sweet mince pies and freshly brewed coffee. Traditional Festive Menu 38.00 per person DUKES Festive Menu 49.00 per person GOOD CHEER TO ALL Pork cheek Parsnip velouté apple parsnip bark burnt onion Freerange turkey The traditional way Plum pudding Iced parfait cinnamon granola orange curd Mince pies Rabbit Apple celeriac mustard seed raisin Pheasant rillette winter leaves Rice pudding Caramelised pineapple coconut ice macadamia nut coriander Bosworth Ash Celery pistachio brioche Mince pies Vegetarian Festive Menu 38.00 per person Artichoke duck egg Butternut squash Fondant charred sprouts spiced lentils goats cheese Rice pudding Caramelised pineapple coconut ice macadamia nut coriander Mince pies Optional extras: Mulled wine 6.00 per glass. Cheese platter 9.50 per person based on 10 guests per table. Drinks packages quotes available on request. Cash bar charged on consumption. Floral arrangements or centre pieces from 40.00 per table arrangement. Entertainment and theming quotes available on request. Minimum of 10 persons. dukeshotel.com 23
WISHING A WONDERFUL FESTIVE SEASON TO ALL YE FAITHFUL FROM THE DUKES FAMILY DUKES LONDON ST. JAMES S PLACE LONDON SW1A 1NY T + 44 (0)207 491 4840 F + 44 (0)207 493 1264 INFO@DUKESHOTEL.COM DUKESHOTEL.COM