It’s that’s magical time of year again, lights twinkle, trees glisten and delicious food is in abundance, which means only one thing, it’stime to step into the glittering lobby of Pan Pacific London for a little festive food indulgence.
As you walk into the lobby, you’re immediately enveloped in a festive atmosphere, with every detail thoughtfully arranged to create a sense of seasonal magic.
The luxurious trees adorned with shimmering gold and deep red ornaments, twinkle effortlessly as we make our way up the stairs to Straits Kitchen – a sleek and elegant restaurant that is just as luxuriously decked out for Christmas as the rest of the hotel. Twinkling lights, delicate ribbons entwined with garlands and wreaths, all come together to create a sophisticated seasonal ambience.
The hotel has many Festive food experiences including afternoon tea, seasonal cocktails and Sunday roasts, but the jewel in the crown for food experiences has to be The Festive Experience Menu a decadent delight on the taste buds and the eyes.
We began, of course with a glass of Taittinger Champagne, the bubbles glisteningin the soft twinkling lights. The champagne paired exceptionally with the wild mushroom and tarragon cream soup, an amalgamation of delicious creamy earthy flavours.
Smoked salmon with horseradish mayonnaise and green apple followed, delicate and flavoursome and paired with a refreshing glass of Chardonnay which enhanced the strong flavours of the fresh fish effortlessly. Soft music playing in the background, and the buzz of other tables only added to the atmosphere of refined festivity.
Would it be a Festive menu without turkey? A turkey parcel with sprouts, carrots, potatoes and paired with a deep red Pinot Noir Quartier. The portions were perfect and not overbearing, a mouth-watering delight of a traditional Christmas dinner followed by a decadent masterpiece – a Bailey’s Bauble filled with spiced apple compote, chocolate mousse, and caramel sponge, a self-indulgenceto end a flawless dining experience.
An elegant seasonal setting, stylish décor, calming ambience with service and food that is beyond 5-star, the Festive Experience at Straits kitchen within Pan Pacific London should be top of your festive dining list this December.
The Festive Experience menu is priced at £65pp or £114pp with wine pairings.
For more information or to book, visit Pan Pacific London
