As autumn paints the streets of London with a tapestry of amber and crimson, there’s another reason to celebrate the season: truffle season has arrived, and it’s time to embark on a culinary adventure like no other.
Truffles, those elusive and intoxicating fungi, have long held a hallowed place in the world of gastronomy, revered for their enchanting aroma and exquisite flavour.
Born in the fertile soils of Europe, these gastronomic gems are expertly foraged by truffle hunters and their trusty hounds, creating a mystique that adds to their allure.
Traditionally, truffles have graced the most luxurious of dishes, lending their unique essence to risottos, pasta, and sauces, turning each bite into a sensory journey.
Join us as we dive into some of London’s best places to dine on the delectable treat. From sushi to arancini, London’s culinary scene is vast with truffle delights.
Park Chinois, Mayfair’s most luxurious Asian restaurant, welcomes you to indulge in its series of dishes featuring the Autumn favourite. Start with their Seasonal black Truffle Bao with freshly shaved winter truffle or pair a main dish with their Potted rice with seasonal black truffle. For the ultimate indulgence, sip Park Chinois’ Truffle Old Fashioned, curated with Black Truffle, this is the perfect way to and enjoy the decadent live performances and opulent interiors, inspired by 1930’s Shanghai.
Tattu invites you upon a sensory voyage of Chinese cuisine, with an array of Truffle infused dishes to inspire palates craving the seasonal taste. From its ‘Moon Stand Lunch’ Menu, enjoy the Wild Mushroom Spring Rolls served with indulgent truffle sour cream, or savour the Seven Spiced Seared Tuna with truffle aioli and caviar for a lavish treat. The ‘Taste of Tattu’ Menu boasts of Prawn and TruffleCrackers and Chicken Truffle Shumai with shaved truffle, solidifying Tattu’s reputation as a place that fuses beautiful design with innovative Chinese cooking.
Located on the iconic corner of Portobello Road and Westbourne Grove, Brasseria, Notting Hill, offers the taste of the Mediterranean, with seasonal truffle. Served with a cheesy, truffle sauce, Brasseria’s Truffle Arancini offers the perfect starter to begin an evening or lunch of authentic Italian fine-dining. Indulge in Brasseria’s signature Fettuccine della casa, paired with porcini mushrooms and truffle cream for the perfect fresh pasta dish.
Beheld for its Riviera-inspired cuisine and its harmonious interiors, LPM Restaurant and Bar offers diners to enrich themselves with the flavours of seasonal black truffle. Start with their Burrata a la Truffle Noir or, indulge in LPM’s homemade Rigatoni a la Truffle Noir whilst one enjoys the peaceful ambience of LPM in the heart of Mayfair.
Located on the iconic Kings Road, Chelsea favourite, Bluebird, welcomes you to indulge in its selection of Truffle infused dishes. Bluebird’s Truffle and Burrata Ravioli boasts a creamy and fresh texture, paired with wild broccoli and toasted parmesan breadcrumbs, this dish creates a harmonious symphony of flavours, encapsulating the essence of the season.
Nestled in the heart of Notting Hill, Mexican and Japanese fusion restaurant Los Mochis, offer an elevated dining experience with its array of truffle dishes. Start your culinary journey with Los Mochis’ brunch options of El Taco Rey served with eggs and fresh truffles, or their Masa Chicken Waffles with honey truffle chicken. The Baja-Nihon restaurant also uses truffle-shiso soy in the Seabass Ceviche and Tuna Tartare or enjoy the Truffle Guacamole on Crispy Rice for a flavoursome burst of fresh guacamole topped with truffleshavings.
Viajante 87 has also embraced this seasonal charm, with dishes including the opulent aroma and earthy richness of truffles. Like its sister restaurant Los Mochis, Viajante 87 also offers the Truffle Guacamole on Crispy Rice. Additionally, the Notting Hill bar also serves Falafelito, comprised of fried chickpeas, fresh herbs and truffle chilli goma. These moreish treats go hand-in-hand with Viajante 87’s vast selection of newly curated cocktails.
Dine on the autumnal delicacy in one of Mayfair’s favourites, Isabel. Enjoy the Autumnal sunshine with Isabel’s Mixed Leaf Salad, paired with a truffle vinaigrette and parmesan shavings. Whether planning a business lunch or a romantic dinner, take in the ambience of Mayfair on Isabel’s terrace, the perfect spot for al fresco dining, with its vast selection of cocktails and champagne to pair with your truffle-dressed fresh salad.
Located in the Knightsbridge and serving Mediterranean cuisine since 1974, Sale e Pepe welcomes diners to start with their Truffle Arancini and go on to enjoy the Risotto al Funghi Porcini or, the Truffle and Burrata Ravioli, ensuring those craving a creamier texture leave fulfilled. Bursting with flavours of garlic, parmesan and lemon, these dishes delight diners with an authentic taste of Italy whilst also offering the ideal destination to indulge in truffle treasures.
