Galvin Festival of Food & Drink 2014

The Galvin Festival of Food & Drink is a seven-day celebration of events showcasing the finest in French food, drink and hospitality. From Monday 19th until Sunday 25th May 2014, Michelin starred chefs Chris and Jeff Galvin will host a series of food and drink experiences across their seven restaurants in London and Edinburgh, inviting everyone to share their love for gastronomy. Now in its second year, the Galvin Festival is set to be bigger than ever with an exciting line-up of events.

Each occasion has been created to reflect the unique character of the Galvin culinary collection; from a traditional fête at award-winning Galvin Café a Vin; to the return of the much-loved Apple Tarte Tatin baking competition at Galvin Bistrot de Luxe on Baker Street; and up to Scotland for a whiskey tasting and culinary Masterclass at Pompadour by Galvin at the Waldorf in Edinburgh. Below is a complete calendar of events for the Galvin Festival of Food & Drink 2014.

MONDAY 19TH MAY – Mid 20th Century inspired Dinner
Galvin at Windows: Kicking off the celebrations this year, Galvin at Windows will be holding a special mid 20th century menu with dishes inspired from revered French chef Fernand Point – the father of modern French cuisine. The four-course Michelin-starred menu (in association with Bibendum and in aid of Galvin Chance) will be cooked by special guests chefs and served on the covered balcony of the 28th floor restaurant overlooking London’s Hyde Park. Classic dishes to include; Foie gras en Brioche, Gratin d’Ecrevisse, and Poulet de Bresse en Vessie.
Tickets: £120 TBC
Timings: 7pm


TUESDAY 20TH MAY - Homage to Nico Ladenis
Galvin La Chapelle: Jeff Galvin has created an incredibly special menu paying homage to the culinary genius of three Michelin starred chef Nico Ladenis. Jeff Galvin will prepare each course, and wine pairings will come from Galvin’s award winning sommelier team.
Tickets: £175pp
Timings: 7 for 7:30pm ends 10:30pm


WEDNESDAY 21st MAY - Battle of the Brothers!
Galvin Bistrot de Luxe: Showing their brotherly competitive streak, the Bistrot will host a ‘Chris VS Jeff’ menu where diners will be asked to pick their favourite for each course. Only one can be crowned king!
Tickets: priced at A La Carte (3 starter, 3 main course, 3 dessert each priced individually)
Timings: Normal lunch service – 12:00-2:30pm


THURSDAY 22nd MAY – Champagne Afternoon Tea
Galvin Demoiselle, Harrods: An exclusive Champagne afternoon tea will be held at Galvin Demoiselle Petit Bistro in the Food Halls at Harrods. The Galvin’s very own Demoiselle Blanc de Blanc will be served from Magnums to celebrate the occasion and guests will take away a special goody bag.
Tickets: £24 including a glass of champagne
Timings: Available all day 10am-8pm


FRIDAY 23rd MAY – Galvin Fête
Galvin Café a Vin: The Spitalfields buzzy bistrot will host a quintessentially British fête spanning both the outdoor terrace and restaurant with cuisine inspired by the north, south, east and west of England; including rabbit cooked on their Big Green Egg BBQ, and freshly prepared native oysters and cockles. A Galvin champagne bar will take centre stage, also serving a refreshing Galvin-made apple cider. Complete with a brass band, bunting, very special guests and of course a… ‘village’ vicar – this will be a British fête to remember!
Tickets: £49pp
Timings: 6pm-9pm.


SATURDAY 24th MAY – Apple Tarte Tatin Competition
Galvin Bistrot de Luxe: The Apple Tarte Tatin baking competition is back! Open to everyone, entrants must submit their homemade tart tatin images via Twitter to the Galvin team and finalists will be judged on Saturday, at which the lucky winner will receive the Galvin Pomme d’Or trophy. A prestigious judging panel including some very special foodies (and of course the Galvin Brothers) will choose the winner and a celebratory spread will ensue.


SUNDAY 25th MAY – Cookery Masterclass and Whiskey Tasting
Pompadour By Galvin (at Waldorf Astoria, Edinburgh - The Caledonian) Starting off with a tasting of four Glenmorangies Whiskeys; the Original, La Santa, the 18, and the Signet, guests will then be invited to join a Masterclass led by Craig Sandle in the Pompadour Kitchen. A three-course tasting menu will be served in the evening, along with matching wines. There will also be a full hospitality package for guests from around the country to journey to Edinburgh and stay at the hotel, taking in the sights of Edinburgh.
Tickets: £150
Timings: 3pm – 5.30pm Followed by masterclass from4pm to 5.30pm