Thanksgiving Dinner at London Grill

text  Rihaab Mowlana

Chefs will put a creative spin on Thanksgiving dinner this November with the latest promotion at the London Grill, Cinnamon Grand. One of the island’s oldest fine dining establishments, London Grill has always been synonymous with exceptional food and service, and the specially curated Thanksgiving dinner promises discerning connoisseurs of food a memorable experience.

Helmed by the award-winning Cluster Executive Chef of Cinnamon Grand and Cinnamon Lakeside, Kapila Jayasinghe is supported by his team. The latest seasonal promotion is the culmination of their tireless efforts, resulting in the 3-course Thanksgiving dinner that will embody the sophistication and calibre that London Grill is renowned for. With 30 years of experience in the industry, Chef Kapila has extensive knowledge of the nuances of every ingredient and its specific flavour profiles. He's also well-versed in molecular gastronomy, a movement that  combines physics and chemistry to transform the tastes and textures of food, resulting in avant-garde dining experiences. 

Combining intimate knowledge of ingredients and multiple cuisines, and incorporating science and new techniques in the preparation, transformation and artistic presentation acquired over two decades in his cooking, Chef Kapila persistently explores avenues to provide diners with memorable experiences. 

At present, Chef Kapila is focused on bringing back the seasonal atmosphere for diners. “There’s Thanksgiving, followed by Christmas and then year’s end.

“We want to give people reasons to enjoy seasonal dining experiences with their loved ones”. Owing to the crises in the country, he believes there’s nothing more uplifting than good food, and Chef Kapila is intent on enhancing the seasonal feel and providing delicious food with an innovative twist.

Kicking off the festive season with the Thanksgiving dinner, the 3-course meal promises to be an intimate affair with live piano music and delicious, artistically presented food. “Every ingredient we use has very unique properties”, so every pairing is a mindful addition to enhance the flavour and texture, ensuring that every bite is exhilarating. The team have gone to every length to ensure that the integrity and quality of the ingredients are not compromised, ensuring that patrons will enjoy the exceptional food that London Grill is renowned for. The aim is for each component to complement, instead of overpower.

The 3-course meal will commence with a Thanksgiving salad featuring butternut squash walnut, lettuce, green beans, baby beetroot, brussels sprout salad, honey balsamic glaze dressing, spinach and artichoke dip. The main course will comprise Roasted Tom Turkey - ultra crispy roasted turkey, braised brussels sprouts, green bean casserole, croc pot mac and cheese, creamy garlic mash, and honey-glazed carrots. Dessert is Traditional Christmas pudding. A special tasting menu was prepared, and without a doubt, Chef Kapila walks his talk. Intense and subtle flavours were well paired, resulting in every bite being utterly delicious.  Thanksgiving dinner at London Grill promises a dining experience with a focus on quality and exceptional taste that will win over even the most discerning connoisseurs. The promotion, priced at Rs 10,500 nett per person, will be held from Thursday 24 to Saturday 26th November 2022, 7 pm onwards.

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