New Michelin Star Chef & West End restaurant for London

Dukes London, the 5 star boutique hotel in St James’s is delighted to confirm the appointment of renowned Michelin star chef, Nigel Mendham, as Executive Head Chef.

Nigel has come on board to re-launch the restaurant at Dukes and create signature dishes and menus for every gourmet aspect of the hotel from breakfast and afternoon tea to fine dining taster menus.

Nigel’s food, described as ‘modern British with a classical twist’ demonstrates classic flavours, prepared meticulously with a contemporary flair, stunning in both presentation and taste. It was Nigel’s culinary genius that led his previous hotel, The Samling, to acquire a Michelin star for two years running, along with 3 AA rosettes.

Nigel will begin working at Dukes London this Summer launching a brand new restaurant, Thirty Six by Nigel Mendham in September 2011. Thirty Six, a symbol of the stars and good luck in Chinese Astrology is also conveniently the entrance number to the restaurant from Little St. James St and will offer guests a fabulous dining location within the heart of London’s West End. With cosy interiors that reflect English charm, top-notch service and Michelin star quality cuisine, Thirty Six will compliment Dukes London perfectly and provide the hotel with another fabulous addition, joining the new Perrier Jouët lounge and newly refurbished Dukes suites.

Nigel Mendham commented “After 5 years at The Samling I was ready for a new challenge and had always thought the next place would be London, I prefer working in a boutique environment and Dukes being a leading boutique hotel gave me exactly what I was looking for.”

For more information, visit: dukeshotel.com