ALAIN DUCASSE AT THE DORCHESTER

The service here is quite excellent with the staff being attentive to the appropriate degree and so well choreographed. The cuisine is also quite excellent, the vegetable cookpot was a presentation of vegetables and fruits as a truly delicious dish which showed the admirable genius and expertise of the chefs.

There are only four Michelin three-star restaurants in the whole UK, and only two of them are actually in London. One is Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea, and the other is Alain Ducasse, which I went to this time, which is located in the old luxury hotel The Dorchester. Alain Ducasse is French and has restaurants in France and Morocco. He is also in charge of the world's only Chanel restaurant, Beige on the top floor of the Chanel Ginza flagship store in Tokyo, which is a Michelin two-star restaurant. Because there are only two Michelin three-star restaurants in the whole of London, although the price is expensive, it is still difficult to get a seat. If you want to go, you must make a reservation. The restaurant's official website accepts reservations. We ordered two different set meals, the Tasting Menu is 7 dishes for 140 pounds, and the seasonal menu is 7 dishes for 180 pounds. The dishes are completely different, you can try them all. In fact, there is no need to have excessive expectations. I think Michelin restaurants are more about the selection of ingredients, the creativity of cooking, and the layering and harmony of seasoning.

We were brought here by a local colleague, who is a real Londoner and very gentlemanly. The dishes were good, but because it was brought by a colleague, the waiter was very polite and the service was not at the same level as for tourists.

This restaurant focuses on exquisite modern cuisine and seasonal dishes that guarantee the best raw materials. The entire restaurant is decorated magnificently, with shining curtains, creating a special and unforgettable atmosphere. Special dishes: The autumn set menu developed by the top chef Jocelyn Herland uses the freshest ingredients as ingredients, combined with his unique and delicate cooking techniques, including scallops (Hand-dived SCALLOP) Lettuce cream and caviar (lettuce cream and caviar), fillet of cross continental BEEF (fillet of cross continental BEEF), etc.

As a "food special forces soldier" who has won 5 three-star ratings in London, today I will share with you a guide for beginners to avoid pitfalls! From making reservations to ordering dishes, I will teach you how to enjoy the ritual of eating at a cost of 300 pounds per person! 🌟Must-order signature dishes 1️⃣ Beef Wellington @Restaurant Gordon Ramsay The legendary signature of the Hell's Kitchen God! The tender fillet steak is wrapped in puff pastry, and the aroma of mushroom sauce goes straight to the top of the head. It is recommended to pair it with black truffle sauce. The layered texture explodes when you bite it. Remember to make an appointment 2 months in advance to eat it! 2️⃣ Molecular cuisine blind box set @The Fat Duck 14 dishes are like opening a blind box! Each one is a visual magic: smoky "ocean oysters" and liquid nitrogen ice cream are made on the spot. Strongly recommend the "black truffle toast" - a whole piece of truffle is hidden in the cracker, so fresh that your eyebrows fall off! 3️⃣ Chessboard ordering @Hélène Darroze It’s fun to DIY a menu with 16 ingredient balls! Must-order Cornish lobster with white truffles and Australian M9 wagyu beef. The lobster is chewy and wrapped in truffle oil, and the wagyu beef melts in your mouth like cream! For dessert, choose strawberry mille-feuille, which is sour and sweet and super refreshing~ 4️⃣ French foie gras trio @Alain Ducasse Foie gras mousse + caramelized foie gras + slow-cooked foie gras, paired with black currant jam, is amazing! The mousse is as smooth as chocolate, and the caramel layer is so crispy that it makes your heart tremble. Paired with a glass of Burgundy red wine, the French romance is full! 5️⃣ Wild mushroom feast @The Ledbury The chef grows mushrooms himself! "Truffle Morel Risotto" is a must-order. The rice is soaked in mushroom broth and sprinkled with freshly shaved black truffle slices. It's so fresh that you want to lick the plate. 🚨Newbies’ Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls ① Make an appointment early! Three-star restaurants require reservations at least 2 months in advance (official website/phone), and The Fat Duck even requires reservations 3 months in advance! Temporary cancellation may result in a 50% deduction. ② Don’t dress badly! Men wear shirts + suit pants, and women wear small dresses/elegant suits. Sketch’s red velvet room is perfect for taking photos, but you will be turned away if you wear sneakers! ③ Learn the jargon for ordering dishes ✔Tasting Menu: Chef-customized set menu (£200-350 per person) ✔À la carte: A la carte menu (main course is about £90-150) For the first experience, it is recommended to choose a set menu, which can taste more than 10 signature dishes! ④ Hidden service tips ▫ Inform allergic ingredients in advance (such as nuts/seafood) ▫ On anniversaries, you can note "Celebrating birthday/anniversary" and you will receive a customized dessert ▫ If you don't understand the menu, just ask the sommelier, they will recommend wine pairings! --- 📸 Tips for taking photos ✅ Sketch's golden chandelier hall and The Ledbury's mushroom eco cabinet must be photographed ✅ Take photos within 5 minutes after the dishes are served, low-temperature dishes are prone to discoloration ✅ Don't move the tableware! The plates are custom-made by artists, and the waiter will silently adjust them if they are tilted Don't be nervous when you go there for the first time~ The meaning of Michelin is not only food, but also a collection of London memories with the five senses. I wish you all eat elegantly and take high-end photos! #BritishTravel #MichelinRestaurant #MichelinStarGuide #LondonFood