Bailliage: Grand Bretagne
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A Grand Feast Beneath London
Chaîne des Rôtisseurs de Grande Bretagne opened its Grand Chapitre with a memorable dinner in the medieval Crypt at Ely Place on Thursday 24 September.
Guests arrived from several countries and quickly slipped into the easy warmth of a reunion. Old friends embraced, new acquaintances were made, and the opening evening acquired the convivial energy that has long defined the society’s events.
The setting brought theatrical splendour to the occasion. Adjoining Bleeding Heart Yard, the 780-year-old Crypt lay beneath the ancient church of St Etheldreda’s and carried a remarkable tradition of celebration.
"Old friends embraced, new acquaintances were made"
Dessert provided a bright finale: candied kumquat and toasted hazelnut parfait, berry compote and roasted almonds, served with Framingham Late Harvest Riesling 2025.
Coffee and petits fours closed an evening in which accomplished cooking, carefully chosen New Zealand wines and centuries of atmosphere came together beautifully.
Philip Evins presented Robert Wilson with a Chaîne des Rôtisseurs plate of excellence and a new shiny plaque to replace the rather weathered one that is there currrently.
More than a formal opening, the dinner felt like a joyful homecoming—an elegant beginning to the Grand Chapitre and a gourmet occasion worthy of its magical London setting.
Philip Evins presents Robert Wilson with a Chaîne des Rôtisseurs plate of excellence.
(Chef Andre Garret, Ben Purton, Conseiller Culinaire, Robert Wilson, Maître Restaurateur, Philip Evins, Bailli Délégué)
