Peninsula London: New Concorde lunch menu (updated)

The Peninsula London rooftop restaurant is having a lunch menu with two Michelin stars: the Conorde menu. According to luxury hotel, the menu is about the modern British gastronomie integrated with the innovative flavours from regional producers.

A nice detail includes also the reproduced furnishings from the original Concorde lounge that are also displayed throughout the restaurant.

Chief Director Claude Bosi in Peninsula London. Picture: Peninsula London

-Brooklands by Claude Bosi, the striking rooftop restaurant at The Peninsula London, is pleased to announce the debut of the Concorde Lunch: a menu of modern British preparations inspired by the bold innovation of its namesake supersonic jet, the luxury hotel Peninsula London says.

– Featuring the finest seasonal ingredients from regional producers, the three-course menu invites diners to embark on a sublime gastronomic voyage of the United Kingdom. The new offering reflects both the restaurant’s commitment to British artisanship, and to the culinary excellence that recently earned it two Michelin stars, Peninsula London says.

Created by Chef Director Claude Bosi and Chef de Cuisine Francesco Dibenedetto, the menu starters include a choice of Mora Farm beetroot with stracciatella and black cardamom or St. Austell Bay mussels with cider and three-cornered garlic.

– Main dishes include veal cheek accompanied by smoked blanquette and pickled red onion, and Cornish cod with Koshihikari rice and a citrus velouté. Indulgent desserts – such as Ringden Farm quince with cocoa mucilage ice cream and a Moscato emulsion; or a selection of locally-sourced Risely and Spenwood British cheeses – ensure a memorable finish, Peninsula London says.

And what about the wines? – Curated by Head Sommelier Gioele Musco, the list carefully balances modernity and tradition, highlighting a selection of French vintages alongside an expansive list of New World wines, it says.

The Concorde menu is available from Tuesday to Saturday between noon and 1:30 pm and is priced at 58 pounds for three courses.

The Peninsula Boutique and Cafe cakes in the Lobby. Pictures: Peninsula London

The Lobby, the refined, all-day restaurant, is also having its traditional afternoon tee with the cafe-cakes. The variety of afternoon cakes is enormous.

The luxury hotel is located in the Grosvernor Place 1, London, in the heart of Belgravia, in the corner of Hyde Park and Wellington Arch.

The Lobby in the 5 stars luxury hotel. Picture: Peninsula London.

The luxury Peninsula London is now open

The new luxury hotel, the Peninsula London, is now open in the heart of Belgravia. With finest British craftmanship and artistry it will make a new iconic place in the near of Buckingham Palace, Knightbridge and Hyde Park.

The courtyard of the hotel Peninsula London in Belgravia

The hotel is designed by Hopkins Architects to harmonize with the surrounding heritage buildings. The property has off-street courtyard with climbing Jasmine and visteria vines, not to mention the two 120-year old Japanese maples.

The main entrance

World famous architect and interior designer Peter Marino has created the refined asthetic with maximal natural light in the spaces. Also fashion designer Jenny Packham and students from the Royal Drawing School have made their artistisc designs.

One of the restaurants in the hotel

The hotel has something new and old in its fleet, which include for example Rolls-Royce Phantun II, hybrid Bentley Bentagen, an electrified 1960 vintage Austin and 1935 restored Rolls-Royce Phamton Sedanca de Ville.

Hotel vintage fleet

The meny is designed by Michelin-starred chef Claude Bosi and the hotel has six stylish restaurants, bars and lounges. The traditional Peninsula afternoon tea is served in the lobby.

In the Brooklands Bar quests can enjoy the London panoramic view from St Pauls to Battersea.

The Brooklands Bar

In November the Peninsula London will open its spa and wellness centre. It has therapies, fitness studio and indoor swimming pool. And also the grand Ballroom, St George Ballroom will open in November. This special event venue can have 450 quests and cars.

More info and the special introduction price can be found here:

The Peninsula London, 1 Grosvenor Place, London, UK, pln@peninsula.com

Garden: The recycled dock for summer season and strawberries?

The Finnish Unique Docks has innovated a new dock made of 100 % recycled plastic composite elements.

The new 100% recycled plastic composite dock from UniqueDocks.

– We have succeeded in our goal to create an ecological and durable dock which is easy to assemble and transport, says the founder Matti Muhonen.

The new docks are available in different colours and they are maintenance free, water resistant and UV protected.

According to company, the assembly requires no special tools, no measuring or cutting. Assembly is fast with no material loss.

The company is delivering the docks primarily to the Finnish markets first. More about the product: http://www.uniquebocks.com

Strawberries with bioplastic cover?

In the city, to grow strawberries may be challenging. Garden plant covers from bioplastic material can be an answer for growing delicious strawberries.

These covers allow water and fertilisers to strawberries roots and keep the plants growing. Without plastic cover. The materials are recycled and sustainable.

More info: Schetelig.com

Coronation of King Charles III on Saturday

The coronation of King Charles III will happen on Saturday 6th May in London at Westminister Abbey. The coronation of Queen Camilla will take place at the same event. The Archbishop of Canterbury will conduct the ceremony.

The coronation will start at 11 am local time and will last about two hours. Several thousands of UK’s Armed Forces and about 400 Armed Forces personnel from at least 35 Commonwealth countries will take part in the coronation.

During the service, the St. Edward’s Crown will be placed on the head of the King. The golden Crown is made in 1661. The Queen consort will wear Queen Mary’s Crown.

According to BBC, the quest list includes for example the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and cabinet ministers, US First Lady Jill Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron, Sweden’s King Carl Gustav with Crown Princess Victoria, Japan’s Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko.

The Royal Family is expected to show their engagement in the balcony of Buckingham Palace on Saturday. During the Coronation weekend there will be special coronation concert on Sunday at Windsor Castle. Live event will be broadcasted by BBC.

The Coronation Big Lunch will take place on Saturday – Monday and citizens are encouraged to engage with neighbours and communities. Millions of UK citizens are expected to celebrate the Coronation Big Lunch in their communities.

Tiffany reopened the Landmark in New York

Tiffany & Co has reopened the iconic store Landmark on the Fifth Avenue in New York City last week. According to the company, the Landmark will be home to the largest collection of Tiffany High Jewelry in the world. This includes also the new design of the legendary 128.54 carat Tiffany Diamond. The iconic building is on track to achieve Well Platinum and LEED Gold certificate for the sustainability issues, the company says.

The Chairman of the luxury group LVMH, Bernard Arnault said in the Wall Street Journal interview that Tiffany has doubled its profits in the past two years and the company is planning to expand Tiffany’s operations to Europe and to China.

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Apple to record 83 billion dollars revenue in Q3 FY 22 – new London store

The US tech company Apple reported yesterday record revenue for the June quarter. The revenue increased to 83 billion dollars in Q3 FY 2022. Growth was 2 % from the year earlier.

– This quarter’s record results speak to Apple’s constant efforts to innovate, to advance new possibilities and to enrich the lives of our customers, the CEO Tim Cook said in the release.

Apple generated during the quarter nearly 23 billion dollars in operating cash flow while iPhone and Services drove the quarter sales to record.

– As always, we are leading with our values and expressing them in everything we build, from new features that are designed to protect user privacy and security to tools that will enhance accessibility, the company stated.

Apple reported also that it has opened a new London store for customers in Brompton Road, near Knightbridge. The store is designed to include sustainable solutions like plant-based biopolymers flooring and timber ceiling.

Ted Baker and Authentic Brands in merger talks – Reuters

The UK fashion house Ted Baker and Authentic Brands are having merger talks, reports Reuters. According to news, the two companies could agree on a 300 million pounds deal.

Ted Baker had earlier rejected a bid from private equity company Sycamore.

The shares of Ted Baker closed today down in the London Stock Exchange. The stock closed to 141 pounds, down 0,70%.

LVMH’s revenue increased to 18 billion euros in Q1 2022

The world largest luxury company LVMH’s first quarter of this year was good in spite of the global Covid-situation and Ukraine invasion. LVMH reported its figures on Tuesday last week.

The group said its revenue increased to 18 billion euros during January-March compared to 13,9 billion euros year ago. All business segments recorded double-digit growth excluding Wine & Spirits which growth was 8% during the period.

The groups biggest segment, Fashion & Leather increased to 9,1 billion euros during the first three months from 6,8 billion euros year ago. Growth was 35%. Louis Vuitton and Dior made excellent period and other brands followed including Fendi, Celine, Loro Piana, Loewe, J.W. Anderson and Marc Jacobs.

The second biggest group was selective retailing with the revenue of three billion euros compared to 2,3 billion euros year ago. The segment includes Sephora, DFS and Momentum.

The third biggest segment is Watches & Jewelry, which recorded revenue of 2,3 billion euros compared to 1,9 billion euros year ago. Growth was 24% and organic growth 19%.

According to LVMH, Tiffany recorded strong growth in the US. Also Bulgari, Chaumet, Tag Heuer, Hublot and Zenit continued to see “strong momentum” and unveiled watch innovations during the Watches & Wonders event in Geneve.

Parfumes & Cosmetics increased 19% to 1,9 billion euros. Wine & Spirits made 1,6 billion euros revenue during the quarter.

LVMH says in the release that it is going to focus on its strategy and is confident about the near outlook.

The company share closed up 0,93% in Paris to 640 euros on Thursday trading.

LVMH made 17,1 billion euros profit in 2021 – Tiffany record sales

The French luxury group LVMH made a 17,1 billion euros profit last year. The world leading luxury company said its revenue increased to record of 64,2 billion euros with strong demand in fashion and leather goods. Operating margin increased to 26,7%, up 8 points from year earlier.

-LVMH enjoyed a remarkable performance in 2021 against the backdrop of a gradual recovery from the health crises, the company Chairman and Ceo Bernard Arnault said in the release.

The company says that it is starting this year with confidence altough the health issues are still present.

One reason for good outlook is also the good integration of the Tiffany company. Last year Tiffany was integrated in the group figures for the first time and Tiffany made record revenue, profit and cash flow, the LVMH group said.

Group’s Watches and Jewelry sector, now including also Tiffany, increased its sales with 167% to 8,9 billion euros and the profit was nearly 1,7 billion euros.

Groups Fashion and Leather sector increased its revenue to 30,9 billion euros and the sector made 12,8 billion euros profit last year. Profit growth was 79% from year earlier. According to LVMH, especially the demand for Christian Dior products exceeded expectations.

The company board is proposing a dividend of 10 euros per share. The Annual Meeting will be in Paris in April, 21st.