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Private dining at Brown’s Hotel: simply perfect for a client meet up
The storied London hotel has a medley of private dining spaces perfect for PR entertaining…
When hosting a fabulous client lunch or an intimate media gathering, few settings rival the charm of a private dining room – the kind of elegant space that offers a refined, exclusive vibe for PRs and journalists alike.
Brown’s Hotel in London is one of those places. Founded in 1832, it’s London’s oldest luxury hotel. Names such as Mahatma Gandhi, Princess Diana, Rudyard Kipling, Mark Twain and Agatha Christie adorn its guestbook. Even today, the hotel’s top-hat-wearing porters who greet guests outside are a sign some traditions never die.
It’s impossible to ignore this history when dining in one of Brown’s six private dining rooms. Take the Roosevelt Room. Named after former US president Theodore Roosevelt who stayed at Brown’s on his honeymoon in 1886, the room has mastered the art of ‘refined’: think colossal windows overlooking Albemarle Street and a showstopping chandelier.
The Brown’s jewels
Brown’s largest event space, the majestic, high-ceilinged Clarendon Room, offers a sense of grandeur, while the intimate Graham Bell Room (seating 10 guests) boasts a fascinating claim to fame – it’s believed to be the location where the eponymous inventor made the world’s first ever telephone call.
The food is every bit as special as you expect: braised halibut, venison wellington or roast beef carved tableside on a golden trolley. The seasonal menus have been crafted by Brown’s new chef, Adam Byatt (who previously launched much-loved south London restaurants Thyme, Trinity, Bistro Union and Upstairs). There’s an historical link here too: Byatt’s grandfather also worked at Brown’s some years ago.
As with all five-star establishments, Brown’s can tailor everything to your needs, whether it’s a bespoke menu or tablescaping. For those looking to add an extra flourish, the in-house florist is on hand to create stunning arrangements.
Browning glory
Brown’s recently scored some great PR of its own, starring in Channel 4’s A Very British Hotel At Christmas in December, where Monty (the dog of Made in Chelsea star Georgia Toffolo) enjoyed homemade dog biscuits – another example of Brown’s impeccable above-and-beyond services.
After dinner, guests might want to slip into the hotel’s chic Donovan Bar. Inspired by the legendary celebrity photographer, this glamorous space, with the bar’s striking 1960s prints, is tailor-made for expertly crafted cocktails and sparkling conversation; while the plush interiors are perfect for unwinding in style.
One of the cocktails here, Salvatore’s Legacy, made by Salvatore Calabrese, among the world’s top mixologists, is priced at a cool £7,500. Termed “the world’s oldest cocktail” (and certainly the most expensive), ingredients include 1788 Clos de Griffier Vieux cognac, 1770 Kummel liqueur, 1860 Dubb Orange liqueur and 1930 Angostura bitters. And while it’s a true collector’s drink, there are plenty of equally delightful options on the menu that won’t cost the Earth.
Discover for yourself why Brown’s remains one of London’s most desired addresses for fine dining, refined hospitality – and some unforgettable experiences.
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