Did you know it’s our 10th year in service? To celebrate,  Executive Chef Vivek Singh and  Head Chef Hari Nagaraj are  proud to announce the return of some of the finest dishes served in past decade.

Classics such as Ravioli of Norwegian King Crab; Spice crusted halibut and Saffron poached pear with warm chocolate mousse are back for a limited time only.

  

Come and enjoy some of our favourite old dishes and relive the nostalgia with us as we look back over the last decade.

Tags: best at cinnamon club, must try dishes, Signature dishes 
Author: Priyanka

Celebrate the natural bounty of the vegetables and fruits available, head chef Hari Nagaraj is  proud to announce its Springtime Vegetarian menu. Coinciding with National Vegetarian Week, the menu features beautiful favourites such as  Poppy seed and Rose petal vegetable kebabs, Zucchini flowers, and Lassi Pannacotta. Book now to celebrate the week in style.  

 

We are also offering 3 pairs of tickets to the chelsea flower show  when you book a table for our Botanical menu between 14th May-29 may. Although it is subject to availibility so hurry and book now by writing to katie@cinnamonclub.com or call on 02072222555.

It’s indeed a special treat for all the vegetarians like me!

Tags: chelsea flower show, national vegetarian week, vegetarian special 
Author: Priyanka

We are a stone’s throw from the Royal Wedding to be held at Westminster Abbey, in fact we think we are the closest restaurant to the world’s hottest event.  

 

 Join us on the day for a magical wedding extravaganza featuring a cocktail, 5 course meal with coffee and petit fours, for just £50. Listen out for the bells over your lunch!

Book now to avoid the crowds, and disappointment, and enjoy thebest seat in the house during the biggest Royal Wedding  ( of our times) in memory.

Write to reception@cinnamonclub.com or call on 02072222555

Tags: Royal Wedding, wedding menu 
Author: Priyanka

Like Cricket? We love it at The Cinnamon Club and we’re off to see the next test match between England and Sri Lanka in Cardiff in May.

 Happily, we’ve got a spare pair of tickets, and if you’d like to join executive chef, restaurant owner and cricket fan Vivek Singh for a day out with VIP hospitality at the SWALEC Stadium, all you have to do is answer a simple question – it’s at the bottom of this blog.

The match runs from Thursday 26 to Monday 30 May and will be England’s first match on UK soil since winning the Ashes.

 We’d ask that you get yourself to and from Cardiff on 26 May, 2011, but once you arrive, everything’s on us.

There will be a brief breakfast at 9.30, followed by a champagne reception before the first innings at 11am. You and your ‘plus one’ will have your own premium seat, a programme and a gift as a memento of the day. A luxury three-course lunch will be served at 1pm, where you will be entertained by a guest speaker. The match resumes at 1.40pm (you can finish your lunch watching the game on big screen TVs). Afternoon tea will be served at 3.40pm and the match resumes again at 4pm. All drinks will be free throughout the day until 7pm when the stadium closes.

 To stand a chance of winning a ticket, simply answer the following question – it’s very easy, so you’re unlikely to be stumped. What type of cuisine is served at The Cinnamon Club?

A.    Modern Indian

B.    Japanese

C.    French

Send your entries to events@cinnamonclub.com before 13 May 2011.

 

Image by Huw John

Tags: competition, cricket, test match, VIP hospitality, Vivek Singh 
Author: Priyanka

The 10^th Anniversary party we held was so over-subscribed by fans of  The Cinnamon Club that we have decided to hold another party. On the 3^rd October 50 lucky winners will be invited to join us in a money-can’t-buy event. The winners will be treated to a cocktail reception followed by a spectacular wine matched supper. Visit 10 years page to find out exactly how to enter the competition.

 

image taken by Chris brock

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Tags: 10 Anniversary, Money Can't Buy Dinner, Win a meal for two 
Author: Priyanka

 With spring fast approaching it makes me think about the outdoors and warm spring afternoons! And what better way to start to envisage those feelings than a fresh spring cocktail?!

 Our Head Bartender Salvatore is on hand to tell me how to create the perfect spring cocktail. 

 What would you say are the key ingredients?

At the moment I am falling back in love with mint, and gorgeous ripe berries. Anything that is bursting into season is perfect for a cocktail. The Sherry Cobbler is my favourite at the moment as it uses fresh fruit, sherry and sugar and is cool and refreshing.

So what new signature cocktail should we look forward to on the Cinnamon Club cocktail list?

 The new Mint Iced Tea is like an English Mojito. It’s Fresh mint, Almond syrup, Chilled Green Tea, Bulldog Gin and Lemon all muddled together. It seriously competes with the Cuban original!

 What types of cocktails do you enjoy making and drinking at this time of year?

 For me it’s always about the taste of Italy in a cocktail- so a glass of Prosecco, full of ice, topped with Aperol which is my favourite Aperitif, it tastes absolutely divine and reminds me of beautiful sunny evenings.

Recipe- Mint ice tea 

50ml Havana club

25ml fresh lime juice

30ml chilled green tea

15ml almond syrup

8 mint leaves

 Glass-high ball

Garnish- mint spring

Method- stir the mint with almond syrup, then build the rest of ingredient with crushed ice.

Tags: cocktails, cool cocktails, Mint Ice Tea recipe, recipes 
Author: Priyanka

Ever thought the smiley, charming gracious receptionists in a restaurant is like? For some it’s a piece of cake and for some it’s a high pressure job.

It’s hard to find the right balance but our Reception Manager Helen has nailed it.

She speaks about behind the scenes fun, drama, pressure and challenges.

6:30 AM Alarm goes off. I keep snoozing the alarm button because who wants to be an early riser?

7:00 AM Suddenly i jump from my bed look at the clock to see how much time do i have to bath, brush, dress up and of course travel.

8:30 AM It’s always so nice walking in through the grand front doors into the warmth and smelling the delicious breakfasts being served to early guests.

Simultaneously sorting my diary in an attempt to be absolutely organise but fail most of the time as i still haven’t got my caffeine shot.

9:00 AM Start chalking out the reservation plans, confirmations, menus, table allocations etc.It takes me a few hours to set up for the lunch service where I double check bookings, and assist setting up the events that we have in the restaurant.

10:30 AM  Spend first half hour or so checking the reservation system to download all the booking requests. I even do funny monkey dance on receiving a client feedback. The customers at the restaurant are very gracious, and service and food is always superb so it’s a pleasure hearing their comments as they leave happy and satisfied. It definitely leads to a good start of the day!

 11.00AM  Rush for a late breakfast meal we get here. Most of the time i complain but never miss the special curry day. I know it sounds too early to have curry but I love it!

11.:30 AM  Run for a quick “sutta” (cigarette) break.

11.40 AM Put my make up on and gear up for the lunch service. I must say I love my role at the restaurant- greeting the guests. There are lots of dignitaries and MP’s too, and so you also get lots of journalists- it can be quite exciting watching them interviewing- imagining what secrets they are uncovering!

 12:00 PM Ensure all the private rooms are ready if there is an event or open for alacarte service. There’s the library, bar, private dining room and the mezzanine level as well as the main restaurant, so on busy days there’s a lot to prepare & the afternoon always flies by.

 12:30 PM Answer more phone calls/ client emails. Say hello to local concierges and update them about new upcoming events.

2.30 PM make sure I have all the bookings arranged for the evening- often following up with secretaries and PA’s that I now know well, checking that their bosses will have everything they need for their business dinner.

3.30 PM Update the General Manager or Executive Chef Vivek who are often in the restaurant and it’s an important part of my job to feedback to them on client comments. Strive to make every guest’s experience impeccable, and it’s something the whole team take immense pride in.

4:00 PM Resolve any mushrooming issues and explain the team to ensure it’s handled well

5:30 PM I’m off home to put my feet up.

In nutshell, Working in a restaurant is very challenging and demanding but fun and rewarding at the same time.

 The chance for some peace and quiet in the evenings is always welcomed!

Tags: behind the scenes, challenges, reception team, receptionists 
Author: Priyanka

The build up to the hottest event of the year is bubbling away BUT there are still opportunities to win tickets to this money-can’t-buy spectacular event.  Executive Chef Vivek Singh and the entire team at The Cinnamon Club, have put together an extravagant menu with matching wines to celebrate the restaurant’s decade at the top of the industry. Simply click here  to enter your details into the draw to win completely complimentary tickets to this wonderful event.  

Tags: 10th Anniversary, birthday, celebrations 
Author: Priyanka

Explore the rare crafts that makes The Balvenie whisky and The Cinnamon Club gastronomy unique. Join us for an evening of matched canapés and whiskies with The Balvenie talking guests through the notes and subtleties working in conjunction with spices.
Tickets just £40 per head on 17th March from 6.30pm-8.30pm.
Limited availability so call my colleague Hannah now on 02032817620 or email events@cinnamonclub.com to reserve your space.

Tags: whisky 
Author: Priyanka

We are delighted to announce the launch of wine world bad boy Malcom Cluck’s latest book on 21st January 2011.

 Chateau Lafite 1953 and other stories is a collection of 16 fictional stories based on the mysterious and often corrupt world of wine connoisseurship, with themes ranging from the murderous to the arrogant, with sexual desire, cold jealousy and blithe dishonesty along the way.

From 6pm, join us with Malcolm for a drinks reception, followed by a six course meal. All guests to this ticketed event, priced at £90 per head, including wine, will receive a signed copy of the book. 

Call Hannah on 02032817620 or email events@cinnamonclub.com to reserve your space now.

Tags: book launch, Chateau Lafite 1953, malcolm gluck, Wine and Spice 
Author: Priyanka

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