Address: 1-9-1 Higashi-Shinbashi, Minato-Ku, Tokyo | 東京都港区東新橋１－９－１
Tel: (+81) 03.6388.8000
Web: http://www.gordonramsay.com/cerisebygordonramsaytokyo/
Price: ¥6,800 pp (Gordon Ramsay’s Perfect Christmas Lunch)
He says...
Even though neither of us are religious, we both feel that Christmas is something special and decided that a Christmas lunch is in order. Having never dined at a Gordon Ramsay restaurant, and being a big fan of Hell's Kitchen, Gordon Ramsay’s Perfect Christmas Lunch course was just too convenient to pass up (and at an affordable price, no less - that is, when compared to other Tokyo Christmas specials). The restaurant is located atop the Conrad hotel in Shiodome (near Ginza), and has been awarded one Michelin star.
Canapé
He says...
A creamy dip of cod roe. The mousse was slightly watery in consistency, but had a nice hint of lemon citrus and sweetness. However, as the very first “course” for lunch, I felt it was slight too heavy, and would have preferred a more citrus-y and refreshing taste.
Tel: (+81) 03.6388.8000
Web: http://www.gordonramsay.com/cerisebygordonramsaytokyo/
Price: ¥6,800 pp (Gordon Ramsay’s Perfect Christmas Lunch)
He says...
Even though neither of us are religious, we both feel that Christmas is something special and decided that a Christmas lunch is in order. Having never dined at a Gordon Ramsay restaurant, and being a big fan of Hell's Kitchen, Gordon Ramsay’s Perfect Christmas Lunch course was just too convenient to pass up (and at an affordable price, no less - that is, when compared to other Tokyo Christmas specials). The restaurant is located atop the Conrad hotel in Shiodome (near Ginza), and has been awarded one Michelin star.
Canapé
He says...
A creamy dip of cod roe. The mousse was slightly watery in consistency, but had a nice hint of lemon citrus and sweetness. However, as the very first “course” for lunch, I felt it was slight too heavy, and would have preferred a more citrus-y and refreshing taste.
Amuse-bouche
He says...
I was very impressed by the elegant presentation; however, it was extremely heavy, and missing a ‘kick’ in flavors.
He says...
I was very impressed by the elegant presentation; however, it was extremely heavy, and missing a ‘kick’ in flavors.
Spiced parsnip soup | スパイスの香る白人参のスープ
with ballotine of confit chicken leg, bacon and pine nut crumbs | 鶏もも肉のコンフィ バロティーヌ仕立て、ベーコンと松の実をアクセントに
He says...
The soup was extremely delicious, and possibly my favorite dish of the meal. It had a nice note of sweetness, and an extremely smooth and consistent texture. The chicken confit was sandwiched between chestnut below and bacon and pine nut crumbs on top, which offered contrast in texture and a nice aroma.
with ballotine of confit chicken leg, bacon and pine nut crumbs | 鶏もも肉のコンフィ バロティーヌ仕立て、ベーコンと松の実をアクセントに
He says...
The soup was extremely delicious, and possibly my favorite dish of the meal. It had a nice note of sweetness, and an extremely smooth and consistent texture. The chicken confit was sandwiched between chestnut below and bacon and pine nut crumbs on top, which offered contrast in texture and a nice aroma.
Beetroot marinated salmon gravadlax | ビーツでマリネしたサーモングラバドラックス
with goat’s cheese mousse, black and purple mustard | ゴートチーズのムース添え 、２色のマスタードと共に
He says...
This was by far my least favourite dish of the meal. The smoked salmon had a slightly slimy and chewy texture, and was served at a temperature that was much too warm for my liking (close to body temperature). The dill on top was too subtle and added almost nothing in terms of taste as it was completely overpowered by the smoky flavours of the salmon. The mustard sauce was very elegant looking but also added litle dimension in terms of taste. I was desperately looking for the tanginess in the sauce that wasn’t there. The beet and goat cheese were actually a very nice pairing, but again, I was left looking for something zesty and refreshing. I felt this dish was the epitome of a heavy dish that offered absolutely no breaks on the plate, for an appetizer no less.
with goat’s cheese mousse, black and purple mustard | ゴートチーズのムース添え 、２色のマスタードと共に
He says...
This was by far my least favourite dish of the meal. The smoked salmon had a slightly slimy and chewy texture, and was served at a temperature that was much too warm for my liking (close to body temperature). The dill on top was too subtle and added almost nothing in terms of taste as it was completely overpowered by the smoky flavours of the salmon. The mustard sauce was very elegant looking but also added litle dimension in terms of taste. I was desperately looking for the tanginess in the sauce that wasn’t there. The beet and goat cheese were actually a very nice pairing, but again, I was left looking for something zesty and refreshing. I felt this dish was the epitome of a heavy dish that offered absolutely no breaks on the plate, for an appetizer no less.
Traditional roast turkey and chestnut stuffing | 七面鳥の英国風ロースト 栗とセージの詰め物と共に
with chipolata wrapped in bacon, all the festive trimmings, cranberry sauce and roast gravy | チポラータのベーコン包み 伝統のクリスマスガルニチュール、クランベリーソースとグレービーと共に
He says...
The white meat was overall a decent cut, though slightly dry and the gravy a little watery. The cranberry sauce went very well with the dark meats and trimmings. The sausage was infused with aromas of herb, and the bacon was crispy. The vegetables were extremely buttery, but nicely cooked. This was overall a very solid turkey main, but nothing too special.
She says...
The cranberry sauce was so delicious that I finished every last drop out of the tiny saucepan! Smooth in texture but filled with pieces of fruit - yum!
with chipolata wrapped in bacon, all the festive trimmings, cranberry sauce and roast gravy | チポラータのベーコン包み 伝統のクリスマスガルニチュール、クランベリーソースとグレービーと共に
He says...
The white meat was overall a decent cut, though slightly dry and the gravy a little watery. The cranberry sauce went very well with the dark meats and trimmings. The sausage was infused with aromas of herb, and the bacon was crispy. The vegetables were extremely buttery, but nicely cooked. This was overall a very solid turkey main, but nothing too special.
She says...
The cranberry sauce was so delicious that I finished every last drop out of the tiny saucepan! Smooth in texture but filled with pieces of fruit - yum!
Traditional roast beef rib-eye | 牛リブアイの英国風ロースト
with Yorkshire pudding, all the festive trimmings, horseradish cream and roast gravy | ヨークシャープディング 伝統のクリスマスガルニチュール、西洋山葵のクリームとグレービーと共に
He says...
A few of the pieces were too rare for my liking, but most were medium-rare to medium, which were perfect. One minor gripe I had with this dish was my Yorkshire pudding came out looking deformed, but it tasted great. Again, a very solid entree, but nothing too special.
She says...
The Yorkshire pudding is quite inconsistent at this restaurant as some came out standing upright in a perfect mushroom shape, while others quite literally fell flat. But its crispy crust and spongy dough was perfect for soaking up the last bits of delicious roast gravy!
with Yorkshire pudding, all the festive trimmings, horseradish cream and roast gravy | ヨークシャープディング 伝統のクリスマスガルニチュール、西洋山葵のクリームとグレービーと共に
He says...
A few of the pieces were too rare for my liking, but most were medium-rare to medium, which were perfect. One minor gripe I had with this dish was my Yorkshire pudding came out looking deformed, but it tasted great. Again, a very solid entree, but nothing too special.
She says...
The Yorkshire pudding is quite inconsistent at this restaurant as some came out standing upright in a perfect mushroom shape, while others quite literally fell flat. But its crispy crust and spongy dough was perfect for soaking up the last bits of delicious roast gravy!
Christmas pudding | 英国風クリスマスプディング
with brandy custard and rum and raisin ice cream | ラムレーズンのアイスクリーム添え
He says...
This cake had a very complex flavours: a hint of burnt brandy bitterness followed by a refreshing fruity and nutty taste.
She says...
... that I personally did not enjoy - for a dessert, it tasted a tiny bit too much like medicine.
with brandy custard and rum and raisin ice cream | ラムレーズンのアイスクリーム添え
He says...
This cake had a very complex flavours: a hint of burnt brandy bitterness followed by a refreshing fruity and nutty taste.
She says...
... that I personally did not enjoy - for a dessert, it tasted a tiny bit too much like medicine.
Christmas spiced apple tart | クリスマスの香る林檎のタルト
with cinnamon ice cream | シナモンのアイスクリーム添え
He says...
The apple tart was crispy, not too sweet, and overall very well-balanced.
She says...
Absolutely delicious! The crust was just thick enough for fully appreciating its crumbly texture, and the thinly sliced apple on top provided such a nice contrast with a gelatinous finish. Yum!
with cinnamon ice cream | シナモンのアイスクリーム添え
He says...
The apple tart was crispy, not too sweet, and overall very well-balanced.
She says...
Absolutely delicious! The crust was just thick enough for fully appreciating its crumbly texture, and the thinly sliced apple on top provided such a nice contrast with a gelatinous finish. Yum!
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