Openings Kayu
Bakehouse
Artisan bakery Kayu Bakehouse has announced it is set to open its first UK site in London’s Mayfair. The French-inspired bakery was founded
by Dubai-based head chef Karim Bourgi, who graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Paris in 2000. He was previously responsible for the opening of La Maison Du Chocolat Paris and the Hermès Paris Café in Dubai. The Bakehouse will feature golden spider
marble furnishings that have been imported from Greece to create a luxury setting. It will also offer a selection of sweet treats crafted by “a patient, meticulous person who enjoys working in a very detailed, systematic way”, which is the definition of the word kayu.
Opening October Typical dishes Raspberry cream cheese croissants; mousse chocolat Address 42 Curzon Street, London W1J 7UG Website
www.trykayu.com
Extra openings
London Stock
Le Cordon Bleu-trained Assem Abdel Hady and Andrés Bernal will be opening fine dining restaurant London Stock in Mayfair, London, with head chef Sebastian Rast, who was previously at Hide Above. London Stock in Wandsworth launched in January 2020.
Opening 4 October Typical dishes Chalk stream trout, cucumber, buttermilk, dill; native lobster Address 6 Sackville Street, London W1D 3DD Website
www.londonstockrestaurant.co.uk
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Korean Grill Kensington
Korean omakase restaurant Korean Grill Kensington (KGK) has opened. Guests can pair meat and vegetables with side dishes such as ssamjang sauce, kimchi and seasonal namul vegetables.
Opened 8 September Typical dishes Korean beef tartare; KGK King Kalbi Address Corner of Courtfield Road and Ashburn Place, London SW7 4QH Website
www.koreangrillkensington.com
Claridge’s Restaurant
Claridge’s Restaurant returns to the hotel after 20 years, this time headed by chef Coalin Finn. The contemporary British restaurant is available for all-day dining with statement features including Calcutta Viola marble, antique brass and mosaic flooring.
Opening 18 September Typical dishes Buckwheat crumpets, soubise cream, truffle purée; artichoke agnolotti Address Brook Street, London W1K 4HR Website
www.claridges.co.uk
www.thecaterer.com
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