restuarant review THE IVY Cobham Brasserie
The Ivy Cobham Brasserie has been one of the most anticipated and glitziest new restaurant openings this year bringing the original glamour and familiar luxury of The Ivy brand to Cobham high street. It’s already become a place to see and be seen so does it live up to all the hype?
Situated in a grade-II listed building, the new design, vibrant décor, and layout have transformed it into an elegant dining destination with an orangery and delightful garden at the rear. The staff are friendly, the service attentive and slick to the standard you would expect in a top hotel, with food of the highest order, and chic fixtures and fittings to match. There’s an unmistakeable feel of vintage Art Deco from the lavish décor down to the old style in design menu, with a variable choice from indulgent fine dining to old favourites, such as prawn cocktails and hamburgers. Their ethos “Inclusive to Everyone” is truly alive and kicking with guests welcomed all day for special occasions or just a coffee and brunch after yoga.
We started the night with an aptly named ‘Cobham Royale’ cocktail and chose starters of a tasty mouth watering Tuna Carpaccio and delicate Smoked Salmon and Crab. Both dishes were originally presented, exceeding our expectations, and perfectly accompanied by The Ivy’s exquisite French rose Chateau d’Esclans, Whispering Angel. A pale pink, elegant, fresh and Provencal rose with an unexpected depth and complexity. The sommelier added a lovely touch bringing a Jeroboam bottle of our wine to the table to taste before buying, just the kind of decadence one might expect from The Ivy!
For the main course, I chose the 200g succulent prime centre cut grass fed English fillet cooked to perfection that melted like butter, served with a Béarnaise sauce and thick cut chips. My partner chose the Blackened cod fillet baked in a banana leaf which was voted the best dish of the night! Followed by “Centre Court” a tantalising white chocolate and strawberry dessert to celebrate Wimbledon! The Ivy is a chic spot to linger all day long over breakfast, lunch or dinner and by the chattering hum all around us, we can say that it’s already a hit with Cobham’s locals. The iconic Restaurant celebrates 100 years of a Landmark in London this year and the good news is that it will also be coming to the new Tunsgate quarter in Guildford this Autumn!
Reserve your table at the
www.theivycobhambrasserie.com or telephone 01932 901777.
experience Mercedes-World Driving
Since celebrating their 10th year of operation this year, Mercedes-Benz World has received over 3 million guests through their doors, delivering more than 350,000 driving experiences to people of all ages!
There is something for everyone, from slick corporate hospitality to superb state of the art facilities, events venue to the AMG Driving Academy. All designed to develop motorists into advanced drivers capable of reacting safely and confidently behind the wheel of a high-performance vehicle.
From the most extreme conditions to “Little Learners” Mercedes-Benz World even offers three and four year olds the opportunity to drive miniature battery powered Mercedes-Benz for the first time in their lives in an indoor purpose built circuit.
For the under 17’s and those tall enough to reach the pedals they offer driving experiences under the guidance of approved driving Instructors to learn skills that will help them become better and safe drivers for life, including
Headstart Driving Lessons for 16 year olds before their formal on-road lessons!
We took out some top of the range AMG performance cars, then the 4x4’s to experience, combining all the thrill of the race track followed by the unbridled excitement of challenging and extreme off-road courses. They have specialist drivers to show you the ropes but we were very lucky to have one of their elite Silver Arrow squad drivers, Nathan and at the end he took us for a hot lap showing us how it’s done.
For a little extra, they will even film you live as you race around the track, capturing your smiling face as you hit top speeds along the Campbell straight, glide around the wet circle or climb vertical stairs and roll over bumpy boulders!
Open every day with free parking and free entry for all. The building features three floors of interactive attractions, exhibitions and activities for all the family to enjoy. See, touch and discover all of their models and learn about their unique history.
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With so much to see and do at Mercedes-Benz World, you will work up quite an appetite, so why not book a table and enjoy lunch at The Gullwing Bistro on the top floor, which has unique panoramic views of the tracks and a menu that's hard to resist.
Mercedes-Benz World is more than just a great day out, it’s a thrilling experience, on every level! Visit
mercedes-benzworld.co.uk or call 0370 400 4000
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