Discreet dining at The Commonwealth Club

The Commonwealth Club’s Head Chef Mark Page is devising bespoke seasonal menus that feature a number of growing dining trends. Set in the heart of England’s establishment, the Commonwealth Club is home to the Royal Commonwealth Society. Its central location and exclusivity make it the perfect location for private, discreet dinners, to upscale social sit-downs for up to 220 people.

Bespoke menu items marry locally sourced produce with a host of flavours from across the Commonwealth and include: White Asparagus, Tarragon Oyster Mushroom and Micro Roquette Salad, with a nod towards Great Britain’s favourite dish, a tandoori quail, plantain curry and crisps starter.

Continuing the mutton renaissance led by Prince Charles, Clay Baked Spiced Mutton, Fenugreek Spring Rolls, Olive Crusted Gurnard, Basil Pappardelle feature too; and desserts draw on spring’s harvest with Iced Rhubarb Mousse, Rosewater Jelly, Caramelised Peach, Almond and Amaretto Tart.

Mark Page is constantly looking for ways to keep both his banqueting and restaurant dining menus in line with today’s sophisticated palate; and health and ethical issues clearly appear top of his diners’ agendas. The inclusion of organic and fair-trade items reflects these themes.

Head Chef Mark Page comments: “The amount of people who ask if the sea bass is line caught, the cod sustainable or the tuna dolphin friendly has risen dramatically in the ten years I have been working at the Commonwealth Club.” He adds: “The menus are increasingly reflecting all of these apprehensions people have concerning the fishing trade.”

Menus are priced from £31.48 ex vat for three courses.

The Commonwealth Club is located at 25 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5AP.

For more information, visit Rcsint.org.