Originally Posted by CappuccinoAddict

Happy to hear your thoughts on EMP, United747. I had the best meal of my life there in summer 2016, and felt vindicated when they were crowned Best in the World. Not sure when I'll be back for the new menu, but definitely some point next year.

A friend was visiting London last weekend, and we made it to Le Gavroche (2*), Helene Darroze at the Connaught (2*), and Hakkasan Mayfair (1*). I was very pleased all around. I was especially impressed by the premium wine pairings at Helen Darroze. The sommelier asked if I had any special requests, and I told him I'll leave it up to him to pick what went best with my menu but let him know that I am fond of white Burgundy. And boy did he deliver, serving a Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2008 with my halibut dish. I also received Tignanello 2006 with my venison and pumpkin, and Chateau d'Yquem 1996 with my pear, ginger, and honey dessert. I didn't enjoy the d'Yquem 96 as much as the 98 Yquem I have previously had at Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester.