October 27th 2024.
Renowned chef Heston Blumenthal is back with his highly anticipated Christmas Dinner at the Fat Duck in Bray, Berkshire. This year's menu promises to be a feast for the senses, but with a hefty price tag of £450, it's definitely a luxury experience for those who can afford it.
For the past few years, Heston's Christmas Dinner has been the talk of the town. And this year is no different. The ten-course culinary experience is sure to leave a lasting impression on foodies, but it comes at a cost. The price has increased by £25 from last year's £425, making it quite a splurge. In fact, the cost has gone up by a staggering £55 since 2022. But for those who are willing to pay, it's worth every penny.
Before diners can indulge in Heston's top-notch cuisine at the triple Michelin star restaurant, they will have to pay the full amount upfront. This has become a standard practice in the UK hospitality industry to avoid guest no-shows and dine-and-dash incidents. But once you enter the Fat Duck, you can be assured of a Christmas experience like no other.
So, what can one expect on the menu this year? Well, as you might have guessed, it's not your typical roast turkey and trimmings. Heston likes to do things differently. The festive dinner is available between November 27 and December 22, excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Mondays, and Tuesdays. It's a limited-time experience that you wouldn't want to miss.
The ten-course menu boasts Heston's signature minimalist food. To start things off, there's the Christmas Tipples, which includes nitro-poached aperitifs, snowball, Bucks Fizz, and Bristol Cream. This is followed by the aerated beetroot with horseradish cream, a pine tonic of botanicals, and roast scallop with white chocolate and caviar. The main courses are equally unique, with the short rib of beef, lardo do colonnata, dried fruits, gold carrot, and sherry, aptly named Twas The Night Before Christmas. The other main course is King's Venison, served with beetroot, chestnuts, Brussels sprouts, black truffle, and umbles.
After the main course, diners will be treated to a selection of cheese, nuts, and port, followed by the decadent Black Forest gateau. And for the final course, Heston has something special in store with Like a Kid in a Sweetshop. A spokesperson for the Fat Duck has confirmed that the Christmas experience is now available to book. They described it as a journey full of wonder, indulgence, and magical transformations, bringing back the memories and emotions of Christmas.
So, if you're ready to splurge and indulge in a one-of-a-kind Christmas experience, Heston Blumenthal's luxury Christmas Dinner at the Fat Duck is waiting for you. But be sure to book your spot soon, as it's sure to sell out fast. After all, isn't that what Christmas is all about?
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