Fitzrovia is an area of London I spend a lot of time in. Charlotte Street, parallel to Tottenham Court Road is packed full of restaurants and bars making it an easy choice for a nice dinner or after-work drink (pre-covid of course) . With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Fitzrovia would be getting ready to welcome hoards of couples and friends celebrating over good food and a bottle of wine. As we know, that’s not possible right now due to the current situation. However, the teams behind some of Fitzrovia’s top haunts don’t want you to miss out their Valentine’s day experiences and have put together a selection of home kits for you to re-create your night out in Fitzrovia at home. Below are a selection of boxes on offer from 5 of Fitzrovia’s top restaurants and bars with details on how to order ready for 14th Feb!
How’s about putting on your own little cocktail evening this Valentine’s Day? Mr Foggs House of Botanicals is one of London’s most adventurous cocktail houses creating unique drinks made from botanical ingredients. They’ve put together the most beautiful ‘AirMail’ cocktail kit including everything you need to make spectacular cocktails at home. Details on how to order your kit are below.
… THE COCKTAIL KIT COMES IN 7 DIFFERENT VERSIONS INCLUDING …
Mr Fogg’s Cocktail Crate for 5 companions (10 Servings)
Snow Queenie Martini, Lady Marmalade, Mrs Fogg’s Cherry Pie, Mr Fogg’s Cointreau Margarita, Espresso Ticket to Java
Snow Queenie Martini (2 servings)
The Botanist gin, Aperol, creme de framboise liqueur, pineapple cordial, citric acid solution and still pink rhubarb tonic water
Mr Fogg’s Cointreau Margarita (2 servings)
Cointreau orange liqueur, AquaRiva Blanco tequila, citric acid solution and aromatic bitters
Mrs Fogg’s Cherry Pie (2 servings)
Mount Gay Black Barrel Double Cask rum, cherry liqueur, mulled wine, apple pie syrup and rooibos tea
Lady Marmalade (2 servings)
The Botanist gin, Cointreau Blood Orange liqueur, creme de pechè, Earl Grey tea cordial and citric acid solution and chocolate bitters
Espresso Ticket to Java (2 servings)
Remy Martin VSOP cognac, amaretto, coffee, banana, vanilla and chocolate bitters
Teetotal Desire 0% ABV (Non-alcoholic) (2 servings)
Martini Vibrante Non-Alcoholic Aperitif, pineapple and berries cordial, citric acid solution, and flat pink rhubarb tonic water
The kits also include:
Dried garnish to make the perfect serve
A sweet stash of Mr Fogg’s favourite strawberry bon-bons
The kit does not include:
Something to shake & stir your cocktails with (a big jar or protein shaker is perfect!) or cubed ice.
When is the deadline for ordering in time for Valentine’s Day?
Midday 11th February. Kits are available now.
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How much is the kit?
£19.50 for one flavour including second class recorded postage or £75 for 5 cocktails (10 portions)
Order yours here.
Noted as one of London’s top Italian restaurants, Norma has put together a feasting box of 4 courses, cocktails and 2 bottles of Italian sweet wines, perfect for an indulgent night in without all the fuss of cooking! The box comes in both a meat and vegetarian version and includes full instructions on cooking up your own Italian extravaganza at home. I’ve put an example menu below as well as details on how to order.
YOUR NORMA VALENTINES BOX CONTAINS:
Homemade Focaccia.
Scallops with bottarga butter and lemon.
Whipped ricotta with winter tomatoes and sumac.
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Fresh pasta with Sicilian red prawns, chilli tomato and fennel
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Aged teef tagliata, raddicio, pecorino and fig vinegar
Truffle potatoes with pecorino sauce
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Dark chocolate, coffee and walnut cake with whipped mascarpone
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Bitter chocolate and pistachio
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Bottle of sherazade nero d’avola.
Blood orange spritz.
Marsala.
Is there a vegetarian option?
Yes. The box comes in a vegetarian option and can be ordered here.
When is the deadline for ordering in time for Valentines Day?
Tuesday 9th February. Available to order now for delivery on 12th Feb.
How much is the kit?
£185 including postage. Boxes can be ordered from here
Headed up by Jun Tanaka, one of London’s most recognised chefs, The Ninth is a Michelin starred French restaurant with Mediterranean influences. Their Valentine’s signature box includes a 3-course menu with tons of French flair and perfect for a romantic evening in for two.
Menu includes:
Starter: Squid ink Cavatelli, salty fingers & Bottarga
Main: Salted beef cheek, cabbage & oxtail consommé
Dessert: Pain Perdu & poached Rhubarb
Is there a vegetarian option?
There isn’t a vegetarian option for this box.
When is the deadline for ordering in time for Valentines Day?
Deadline for ordering for Valentine’s Day is the 9th Feb.
How much is the kit?
From £109.95 including postage. Boxes can be ordered from here
How’s about something a bit different this Valentines? Vibrant Peruvian restaurant Lima have created their ‘Lima Lux box’ available for 2 or 4 people. The box comes as 4 courses featuring some really unique dishes such as scallop ceviche, lamb seco and smoked pina colada for dessert. They also have the option to add on some of their famous pisco sour cocktails which I highly recommend you do. The box also comes in a vegetarian version. Below are details on how to order.
Is there a vegetarian option?
Yes. The box comes in a vegetarian option and can be ordered here.
When is the deadline for ordering in time for Valentine’s Day?
Boxes are available now and you must get your order in my 9th Feb to ensure delivery for Valentines Day.
How much is the kit?
From £85. Boxes can be ordered from here
I don’t know about you but a beach in Greece sounds like the ideal Valentine’s destination right now. Ampéli are an Eastern Mediterranean restaurant who’s food will transport you to Greek paradise without ever leaving London. The Ampéli box includes 4 stunning courses plus Greek wine. Details below on how to order.
Is there a vegetarian option?
The box isn’t available in a vegetarian option but you can order individual main courses which are vegetarian.
When is the deadline for ordering in time for Valentine’s Day?
How much is the kit?
Don’t forget these boxes are not just for Valentine’s Day and can be bought for any future events you want to celebrate or just treat yourself!
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored however all thoughts and opinions are my own.
