London’s Best Alpine Food Spots for 2024
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From fondue to schnitzels
With chillier days on the horizon, our cravings for hearty, warming dishes intensify. But there’s no need to hop on a plane, as London is chock-full of restaurants serving up cosy Alpine food. From Swiss fondue and savoury raclette to hearty Austrian schnitzels and rustic French tartiflette, this round-up highlights London’s best spots for bringing the spirit of the mountains to the capital.
Where To Find Alpine Food In London In 2024
Chris Fynes
Henri
Covent Garden’s Parisian-inspired bistro Henri launches The Grande Raclette for the winter lunch season. The brainchild of acclaimed chef Jackson Boxer, the offering features an array of cured meats, including jambon de Paris, bresaola and speck, alongside classic sides such as boiled potatoes and cornichons, all centred around the pièce de resistance: a sizzling cast iron of delicious raclette. Guests are welcome to feast inside the restaurant or out on the charming winter terrace.
When? Every Saturday and Sunday from 23 November
Where? 14-15 Henrietta Street, London WC2E 8QH
BOOK: henricoventgarden.com
Coppa Club
London’s famous igloos are introducing a new alpine theme this winter in collaboration with aperitif connoisseurs Aperol. Fairy lights on the terrace will guide the way to the heated domes at both of Coppa Club’s London locations, all decked out in wintry foliage. Snuggle underneath faux fur blankets as you tuck into a warm tartiflette or enjoy a drink from the après cocktail menu: an Aperol Spritz, a Chocolate Orange Negroni and a Crodino Spritz mocktail are all on offer.
When? 11 November – end of March 2025
Where? Coppa Putney, 29 Brewhouse Ln, London SW15 2JX/ Coppa Tower Bridge, 3 Three Quays Walk, Lower Thames St, London EC3R 6AH
BOOK: coppaclub.co.uk
Feast Off-Piste at The Berkeley
Mountaintop-worthy views are on the agenda at this new pop-up on The Berkeley’s rooftop where guests are spoilt for choice with a sharing menu of truffle tartiflette, Swiss raclette with pickles, playful gingerbread s’mores and a selection of fruits to dip into a rich chocolate fondue. Cosy up in your very own ski lift gondola with a seasonal cocktail – the Blackberry Margarita would be our pick – or press the ‘Ring for Champagne’ button for a Laurent-Perrier top-up as you gaze over the Winter Wonderland festivities below.
When? 16 November – 1 January 2025
Where? Wilton PL, London SW1X 7RL
BOOK: feast-events.com
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
A classic Winterhaus awaits guests who arrive at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park’s lobby this festive season. The fairytale setting is perfect for both children and those young at heart, featuring walls adorned with storybooks and a cuckoo clock that announces the arrival of special presents. Unwind in a plush chair within the Bavarian chalet, enjoying a glass of Krug Champagne or a Munich-brewed NOAM beer. Aside from German staples like pretzels and stollen – a traditional cake with nuts and fruits served during Christmas – the highlight is an alpine favourite: flammkuchen, a crispy flatbread topped with crème fraiche, onions and lardons.
When? 19 November – 5 January 2025
Where? 66 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LA
BOOK: mandarinoriental.com
The Brush Grand Café
Reminiscent of the casual cafés that line the cobblestone paths in continental Europe, The Brush has spruced up its al fresco seating area with pillowy blankets and festive fairy lights to ring in the holidays. Dive into an indulgent raclette sandwich with air-dried ham from Cumbria and cherry plum tomatoes served on rosemary focaccia, dip waffles and a medley of fruits into a velvety Valrhona 55 chocolate fondue, and raise a toast to the season with your choice of a hazel-nog made with banana rum, cacao powder, and crème de Noisette, a spiced toddy with calming winter spices, or a luscious strawberry white hot chocolate.
When? Available now until Christmas
Where? 1-3 Rivington St, London EC2A 3DT
BOOK: thebrushhoxton.co.uk
Theo’s on the Terrace
You’ll be transported to the Dolomites this season with a visit to Theo’s on the Terrace at the InterContinental London Park Lane. The flavours of Northern Italy take centre stage as the terrace transforms into the perfect retreat for savouring la dolce vita, Italian Alps-style. Crunchy herb croutons are perfect for dipping into the most decadent fonduta di formaggio – fontina cheese made even richer with egg yolks – while classics like chestnut and speck soup or a sharing platter of stewed beef and porcini with polenta keep the winter blues away. Finish your meal with a sweet apple strudel and a mug of glühwein.
When? Available now until 13 April 2025
Where? One Hamilton Place, Park Ln, W1J 7QY
BOOK: parklane.intercontinental.com
The Laundry
Festive season is in full swing at Brixton’s favourite neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar, The Laundry. Once home to a wash house and steam press laundry, the stunning Edwardian building is now the backdrop to the newly-opened winter terrace, making for a toasty hideaway to enjoy rustic and hearty dishes like turkey schnitzel with brussels sprouts slaw and cranberries, confit of duck with a white bean purée drizzled with salsa verde and a black forest tiramisu topped with maraschino cherries. Wrap up in a tartan blanket as you make the most out of the espresso martini bar with seasonal concoctions made with coffee roasted by the team at Caravan and a splash of Kahlúa.
When? Available now until Christmas
Where? 374 Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PL
BOOK: thelaundrybrixton.com
