insideKENT Magazine Issue 42 - September 2015 | Page 99

Mediterranean influence and chef's desire to conserve many original perfumes and flavours. Next up and my grilled fillet of beef was a dish to commemorate, cooked to precision and matched with sautéed spinach, while my guest's pistachio and marjoram-crusted rack of lamb was equally impressive; melt-in-the-mouth tender with an aromatic kick. 'Dessert?' was a rhetorical question if I ever have heard one. On a day where cake and sweet options seemed limitless, without hesitation I opted for the classic crème brûlée infused with coffee; and my guest enjoyed a light and creamy panna cotta served with piquant wild berries. Bravissimo! Retiring to our room, the sumptuous, comfy bed made for a restful night's sleep prior to, you guessed it, more food! Included in the package, breakfast is served back in the Brunello Restaurant where guests can pick from a continental buffet or à la carte menu, which offers cuisine such as eggs Benedict, full English, and salmon and scrambled egg (my dish of choice). Fuelled for the day, it was time to check out, but not before thanking the warm, professional team that had looked after us throughout our stay and done its utmost to offer a home from home. But the buck doesn't stop here; this boutique chain runs a host of luxury hotels with sites in Italy, France and Marrakech – each renowned for their gracious welcome, elegant interiors, matchless service and unrivalled locations. More than just an overnight stay, the hotel series pledges 'the unforgettable Italian touch', and has done since 1974. Preserving a certain prestige, it prides itself on upping the guest experience from ordinary to extraordinary – an ethos for which Baglioni Hotel London is the perfect model. Baglioni Hotel London 60 Hyde Park Gate Kensington London SW7 5BB 020 7368 5700 [email protected] www.baglionihotels.com/category/baglionihotel-london @baglioni_hotels ‘A Royal Occasion’ is available from £420 based on two adults sharing a Deluxe room, including VAT. For booking and further information, please visit www.baglionihotels.com or call 020 7368 5700. 99