Indigo, the signature restaurant in Covent Garden’s One Aldwych, has announced the first in a series of seasonal dinners drawing upon Executive Chef Dominic Teague’s 30+ years of experience. The series will kick off with ‘Champagne and Truffle’ running from 27th October to 30th December and partnering with independent Champagne House Billecart-Salmon who share the same values as One Aldwych.
As the first in a series of celebratory dinners, ‘Champagne and Truffle’ has been created by Dominic to showcase the incredible quality of ingredients in his kitchen. Over the years Dominic has gone to extraordinary lengths to build a network of trusted independent producers from across the British Isles who support his commitment to season and sustainable cooking that is ever-changing and always exciting. All ingredients included in the dinner are sourced from small suppliers who work and produce in sustainable, eco-friendly ways.
The tasting menu will begin with a glass of Billecart-Salmon Champagne, followed by a starter of selected autumnal vegetables served with foraged herbs and truffle mayonnaise. Next will be a fish course of Flying Fish turbot stuffed with a scallop and truffle mousse, steamed gently and served with celeriac purée, celeriac crisps, sliced truffle and wood sorrel, before a main dish of poached and roasted Blythburgh Farm tenderloin of pork with a whole roasted onion filled with braised cheek garnished with onion purée and crackling, and served with truffle jus. Those with a sweet tooth can look forward to a sumptuous dessert of Cornish chocolatier Chocolarder’s chocolate mousse, hazelnut cream and a light orange reduction.
Each course will be accompanied by a different Billecart-Salmon champagne, allowing guests to sample their most delicious Brut and Vintage varieties. Chris Crosby, Champagne Billecart-Salmon’s UK MD says, “We are delighted to be partnering with Chef Dominic Teague and the team at Indigo on this fantastic menu. Our Champagnes, in particular our Brut Sous Bois and Nicolas François cuvées, are very gastronomic champagnes and match wonderfully with these autumnal flavours and truffles.”
Rooted in the Covent Garden community, Dominic’s celebratory menu also gives back; with an optional donation for someone in need going from every meal, and any unused ingredients shared with The Connection at St Martin’s – a neighbouring charity which provides food, warmth, shelter and safety to the homeless.
The second in the series, due to start in February, will focus on foraging, with a luxury menu showcasing magical winter ingredients collected by hand from around the British Isles. Dominic’s childhood was spent outdoors and resulted in a deep respect for nature and the seasons. In his time as a chef, he has found a kindred spirit in forager Yun Hider who has been supplying the freshest, tastiest produce to Dominic’s kitchen for over fifteen years, a partnership that will form the basis for this dinner. A celebration of spring produce will follow in May, with details to be shared in due course.
Dominic says “I couldn’t be happier to be given the opportunity by One Aldwych to create a series of dinners based on ingredients I have loved cooking with over my career. Truffles were an easy choice for the central ingredient of the first dinner. The first time I picked up a truffle was for three-Michelin starred chef Roger Vergé who had a guest menu at The Lanesborough. From there a lifelong love of the noble ingredient was born. Thirty years on, I’ve created this menu dedicated to truffles.”
Indigo at One Aldwych is known for its alternative approach to menu creation, all dishes are entirely dairy and gluten-free, allowing diners with intolerances to enjoy the full menus as they were intended. The series represents a further move towards commitment to excellence for Indigo, as well as
cementing its status as a celebratory restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden.
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EDITORS NOTES
One Aldwych
One Aldwych – Covent Garden’s cultured, independent hotel – a true modern oasis, privately-owned, standing proud within the distinctive, stand-alone, triangular building, former home of the great Morning Post newspaper, at the point where the City meets the West End. With stunning spacious, clean, contemporary interiors by Fabled Studio and Robert Angell, embellished with Art Nouveau flourishes inspired by the building – and spirited English touches – warm, welcoming and a little unconventional. The result is an exquisite, expressive, original style as befits a truly independent London hotel. Signature restaurant Indigo is the home of simply delicious dishes by Chef Dominic Teague, using ingredients from the best British independent producers. Other facilities include the Lobby Bar, The Library, 30-seat Screening Room and Health Club with 18-metre / 59-foot chlorine free swimming pool, spa and gym.
Dominic Teague
Dominic earned his stripes at The Lanesborough, the fabled Oak Room and L’Escargot where he was one of only four in the renowned Picasso Room. Next came the Aurora Restaurant at the Great Eastern Hotel and Sandy Lane in Barbados. In 2012, Dominic joined One Aldwych as Executive Chef. The independence of the hotel, its pioneering passion for sustainability and the culture of the founders and leadership team made it the perfect environment for him to build a special kitchen team, with
whom he has created the inventive conceptual delights of a magical afternoon tea, a strong commitment to excellent free-from cuisine and dishes inspired by Great British produce and seasonality.
Indigo
Overseen by Head Chef Dominic Teague, Indigo is One Aldwych’s signature restaurant and a neighbourhood jewel famed for flavour. The calm and elegant space overlooks the hotel’s vibrant Lobby Bar. Indigo’s menu exemplifies Chef Dominic’s penchant for British ingredients crafted into delicious dishes with a touch of imagination. Plates have both substance and style, imbued with the skill and passion of a team that celebrates flavour and provenance in every dish. The restaurant is Coeliac UK accredited and is fully gluten and dairy-free.
Billecart-Salmon
Independent since its creation, Maison Billecart-Salmon was founded in 1818 in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ by Elisabeth Salmon and Nicolas François Billecart. Today, the seventh generation of the family continues to pursue a perpetual quest for quality. In constant pursuit of excellence and perfection, the House shapes its greatest champagnes by mixing ancestral traditions with the most modern techniques. Under the watchful eye of the most talented cellar masters, the champagnes are aged in the chalk cellars dating from the XVIIth and XIXth century. Elegant and harmonious, these champagnes gracefully celebrate every precious moment.
The Connection at St Martin’s
The Connection at St Martin’s works with people who are rough sleeping to move away from, and stay off, the streets of central London. We’re alongside people as they recover from life on the streets and move towards a meaningful, fulfilling future. We provide practical support, and link people in with the full range of services including health, migration advice, employment support, and housing and resettlement support to help them move forward. We build trusting relationships and offer services that build confidence and self-belief to support people every step of the way.
