It’s a familiar ritual: whether you’re a culinary adventurer who loves trying new restaurants every week or a loyal patron of your favorite dining spot, eating out offers a special kind of pleasure. The inviting atmosphere, the joy of browsing the menu, the pampering of table service, and of course, the anticipation of delicious food – it’s a symphony of delights.
But in these unusual times, we’ve all missed the thrill of dining out. Fortunately, the food industry has shown remarkable resilience, adapting to changing trends, embracing sustainability, and finding new ways to operate.
A Culinary Escape at Home
Even though we can’t physically visit our favorite restaurants, we can still indulge in their culinary creations from the comfort of our homes. From DIY meal kits to hot food delivered right to your doorstep, there are innovative ways to experience restaurant-quality meals without leaving your living room. All you’ll be missing is the formal table service!
A Taste of London’s Finest, Delivered to Your Door
Here’s a curated list of some of London’s most celebrated restaurants now offering delivery services, allowing you to savor their signature dishes in the comfort of your own home.
Corbin & King: A Legacy of Culinary Excellence
Esteemed restaurateurs Chris Corbin and Jeremy King are synonymous with London’s dining scene, boasting a portfolio of nine iconic restaurants scattered across the city.
The Wolseley, their renowned all-day cafe-restaurant in Piccadilly, has introduced Corbin & King Home Dining, bringing their classic dishes to your kitchen. Their chefs prepare restaurant-quality meals using authentic recipes, delivered refrigerated and ready to be heated in your oven or microwave. They also offer a Home Entertaining menu and a selection of Take Home Cocktails, allowing you to recreate the Wolseley experience in your own space. Visit their website to view the menu and place your order.
Michelin-Starred Delights Delivered
Jeff Galvin, the chef patron behind the Michelin-starred Galvin La Chapelle, presents a unique opportunity to enjoy a three-course Michelin-starred meal at home. Each week, a bespoke menu and a vegetarian option are offered, delivering all the ingredients needed to recreate this culinary masterpiece in your kitchen.
Galvin Restaurants offers delivery within the M25 on Fridays and Saturdays. If you’re closer, you can pick up your order in person on Friday and Saturday between 12pm and 4pm at Galvin Bistrot & Bar in Old Spitalfields Market or on Saturdays between 12pm and 4pm at the Galvin Green Man near Chelmsford, Essex. Visit their website to view the menu and place your order.
HIDE: A Culinary Collaboration
HIDE, a highly acclaimed restaurant and bar, is a joint venture between Hedonism Wines and Michelin-starred chef Ollie Dabbous, located in Piccadilly.
They offer a wide range of delivery options, including breakfast and lunch packages, a three-course weekend set menu with a wine pairing option, or simply à la carte selections. Delivery extends to a 7-mile radius from HIDE. Place your order through their HIDE at Home website.
ROKA: Japanese Delights Delivered
ROKA, award-winning Japanese restaurants known for their robata grill specialties, along with a variety of sushi, sashimi, and accompanying dishes, is now offering home delivery from their four London locations.
Choose from a selection of freshly prepared dishes or opt for the complete maki kit. This DIY sushi kit contains all the ingredients you need to make your own ROKA rolls at home, complete with a QR code for step-by-step instructions from head sushi chef Satoshi. Order through their ROKA website.
Sketch: A Culinary Destination, Delivered
Sketch, a Mayfair destination for food, drinks, music, and art, features a gastro-brasserie restaurant, David Shrigley’s Gallery, serving afternoon tea and dinner, and Pierre Gagnaire’s two Michelin-starred Lecture Room and Library, open for lunch and dinner.
You can order a delicious afternoon tea or set menu for a special occasion, or choose from their à la carte menu. For those with a sweet tooth, Sketch also offers macarons, chocolate, and full-size cakes to order. Items are available for collection – visit their Sketch website to explore the options.
Darjeeling Express: A Taste of Indian Tradition
Darjeeling Express, founded as a supper club by Asma Khan, is now a renowned restaurant in Covent Garden, serving a range of traditional Indian dishes, from street food like papri chaat to royal recipes like lamb dum biryani.
They offer two meal kits, chicken and vegan, designed to provide a feast for four, curated by Asma Khan herself. Each kit includes all the spices, pre-measured dry ingredients, and easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe cards. Order your Darjeeling Express meal kit online.
Le Cordon Bleu: A Culinary Legacy
Le Cordon Bleu, a cornerstone of London’s culinary scene, has been training chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary professionals for generations.
Start your culinary journey today by exploring their professional cookery courses. Visit their website to learn more about their program.
