Inside the Best Chef’s Table in London - My New Favorite Kitchen!

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  • Опубликовано: 14 янв 2025

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  • @marx8654
    @marx8654 2 месяца назад +141

    I really appreciate that you let us take part in fine dining experiences because you are obviously not dependent on RUclips and could do the same thing without a camera ❤. It is also for most of us unimaginable spending this amount of money so thank you very much that we are part of the experience.

  • @csttd1126
    @csttd1126 Месяц назад +11

    Usually when rich people show of with their life..makes me sick.. but this gentelman it's out of this world..I don't care how much money has or to be jelous..He give quality to youtube and he is my favorite youtuber! Thank you sir! Salute from Romania!

  • @DumpeNordlie
    @DumpeNordlie 2 месяца назад +193

    Prime example that a restaurant's size and ambiance is somewhat seperate from the food, and that if one aspect is done well enough, it makes up for the crammed space. They took the space they had and made something great from it.

    • @Brooklyn_Hit
      @Brooklyn_Hit 2 месяца назад +4

      Does a $80 Spoon Make House Made Ice Cream Taste Better??? NO.. So Why The Effort? To a Majority of Guests They Want to be at a place that they can feel like it is 100% okay to laugh out loud.. Jiro Documentary shows that a Sushi Bar In A Subway can get 3 Stars Michelin Broke Michelin.. Chefs Spend 3-5 Million hire 40 cooks and Struggle to Get 2 Stars What Is MISSING??? vs Fish, Rice, Vinegar.. The Point is Does Michelin Matter?? Should It Be Projected that 3M Star Place Is X.. NOMA had 1 Star when they made it to #1 Restaurant in world 50 World Best... CENTRAL Had and Has No Stars When They Made It #1. The Only Thing That Matters Is The Food... That Is Why Everyone Is There Is The Food... None Of That Other BS Matters... They Got Their First Star As a Hot Dog Space... Could They Have Gotten 2 With Out The FLUFF Yes...

    • @DumpeNordlie
      @DumpeNordlie 2 месяца назад +1

      @@Brooklyn_Hit I completley agree, you should come for the food. A lack of space, the ambiance ect. is important but the food being good makes up for a lack in the actual restauralt. However the restaurant can be incredible with expensive tables, big seating area ect. but of the food isn't up to expectations that can't be compensated for.

    • @onetwo12onetwo526
      @onetwo12onetwo526 2 месяца назад +1

      Just my observation too many people in the kitchen just wouldn't allow me to enjoy the food as much unless I was eating a slice of pizza standing against the wall with a beer🎉

    • @Brooklyn_Hit
      @Brooklyn_Hit 2 месяца назад

      @@DumpeNordlie ... Noma at the Boiling Point or Boiling Point, My Perfect Storm Noma, Michelin Madness, For Grace, A Matter Of Taste. The Question is Are We Not Learning From The Mistakes Of The Past??? I love Alexander's Work But is It Telling The Whole Story and Should we Think That 3M Stars Is What Makes THE BEST RESTAURANTS AND CHEFS...

    • @qwerty69600
      @qwerty69600 17 дней назад +1

      Why reply to it? It's clearly a bot or something. Nobody talks and types in that nonsensical way.

  • @stevenholmdahl1162
    @stevenholmdahl1162 2 месяца назад +83

    Was there in April. Wish I was there every day. Beautiful people, great service and amazing food...Chef James served us spotless dishes, despite his team (Arsenal) having a really tough night at the same time (he had his phone on the desk, watching, and cooking at the same time). I loved every second of it!

  • @imperator708
    @imperator708 2 месяца назад +49

    genuinely look forward to these sunday vids. the videos get better and better each week, thanks for sharing these experiences with us.

    • @triple6crip
      @triple6crip 2 месяца назад

      Couldn't agree more!

  • @TimK2646
    @TimK2646 2 месяца назад +46

    I can only dream to enjoy this. I thank Alex every day for sharing the creme de la creme.

    • @katta1972gmailcom
      @katta1972gmailcom 2 месяца назад +4

      Same here, this is my happy fantasy food corner online ❤

  • @soliloquy5995
    @soliloquy5995 2 месяца назад +19

    This has got to be the best food you have ever reviewed on this channel. And I watch you religiously. The way they infuse all their sauces, the toasting, the burnt garlic, every little attention to detail. Like you said, all those little hiccups are more than forgiven when the food is THIS stunning. I've never seen you at a loss for words when describing a dish--the dessert! Bravo, Kitchen Table.

  • @chrisw3559
    @chrisw3559 2 месяца назад +22

    As a chef with a fine dining background, I really like your videos as they are honest and appreciative of all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes and the attention to detail in all respects, from produce sourcing to preparation, to cooking to presentation. Your love of wines and your appreciation for the craft of both brought me to subscribe some time ago. I eagerly await your videos as I love to see such an honest appreciator give his honest opinion. Keep up the great work as it is rewarding to see someone focus on fine dining not as an expensive experience but as a rewarding one. One that takes a person on an exploration of tastes and textures that tells the story of not only the chef but of the restaurant in question. I genuinely hope you reach 500K subs as you and your team deserve it! Keep it coming, we will be here to watch and appreciate. Cheers.

  • @Paulorrrrrr
    @Paulorrrrrr Месяц назад +3

    Kitchen table was one of the first "high-end" restaurants I visited in London, when it was priced a LOT more modestly than it is now (the menu back in 2017 was about half the price of what's on offer today). I loved it. I still remember the dishes, I still remember the vibe and the chef.
    I've not watched the full video yet, but I am so happy this is in the channel..
    One of their starters back then, crispy chicken skin with a bacon jam, is still one of the best things I've ever eaten.

    • @sararichardson737
      @sararichardson737 Месяц назад

      I’d love a Kitchen Table recipe book. The menus is extraordinary.

  • @aq5426
    @aq5426 2 месяца назад +5

    I love this channel so much. Your honest and constructive critiques are refreshing, and I love you sharing your experiences with us.

  • @GeorgeKamps
    @GeorgeKamps 2 месяца назад +6

    I've eaten here twice over the years and really enjoyed it both times. And we did a "cook from home" meal from his restaurant during COVID as well that was a lot of fun. I'm pretty sure I see chef Knappett foraging for mushrooms in Hampstead Heath from time to time as well.

  • @antoniotravasso9347
    @antoniotravasso9347 Месяц назад +2

    Nice to see a genuine person providing a genuine perspective n review having a very good knowledge on gastronomy.
    Just outstanding and has it’s own unique class
    Keep up the good work

  • @modifidious666
    @modifidious666 26 дней назад +1

    I love watching your videos?, ive been in the profession for over 30 years now and never had the desire to go down the michelin route because of the dedication needed. Its lively to see your travels though and im in rosettes but seeing some of the courses gives me inspiration and like wow ideas as to what i can do in my place, not really to copy but to go "great idea, i never thought of something like that" keep up the good work.

  • @fronk5082
    @fronk5082 2 месяца назад +13

    Best way to end my week all the time. Congrats on 350k!

  • @theresahernandez6923
    @theresahernandez6923 2 месяца назад +3

    Thank You 🙏 and Your Team for these wonderful videos. We know the work that goes into making them. We appreciate and look forward to watching them. Much blessings to You, Your Family, Your Team and Everyone ❤

  • @glennbond8266
    @glennbond8266 2 месяца назад +1

    It’s nice sometimes to eat in this kind of set up. Different. Casual. I like it. Also to have that great view of seeing them cook and prepare it all. A nice “performance”.

  • @Nitrix77
    @Nitrix77 2 месяца назад +5

    Most of us will never get to try these places, thank you for bringing us along.

  • @adamh2957
    @adamh2957 2 месяца назад

    Went before the renovation but it looks even better now!
    Really liked how they didn't feel the need to be overly complex for the sake of it and it seems they've kept that methodology. Good ingredients cooked perfectly without the need to show off how clever they are.
    The bread course is still one of my favourites anywhere. Should go back one day...

  • @simonoddie765
    @simonoddie765 2 месяца назад

    I ate here a couple of years ago and loved the experience. It still ranks as one of my best UK meals. I love that they are able to push it all the way and not fall off the edge.
    Great video (as always)

  • @Carlsv4
    @Carlsv4 2 месяца назад +28

    I have to admit, I've been one of the 66% "lurking" and watching all your videos without subscribing, but now I almost regret not subscribing earlier!

    • @PiotrMys
      @PiotrMys 2 месяца назад +1

      All good as long as you let me win the give away ;)

    • @zes3813
      @zes3813 2 месяца назад

      wr

  • @9090footballpodcast
    @9090footballpodcast 2 месяца назад

    Incredible restaurant, a stage there was an unforgettable experience. James and the team are absolute dynamite!!

  • @markkinsella5245
    @markkinsella5245 2 месяца назад +1

    Had the chance to eat at Kitchen Table twice in last 2 years. It's also my fav table in London. Both times I couldn't stop myself making a sort of purring sound after tasting most dishes. Fine dining heaven

  • @PiotrMys
    @PiotrMys 2 месяца назад +4

    Excellent! After travelling to Zen, visiting Enoteca Pinchiori following your videos, I am adding this one to my list. You are making me poorer but enrich my experiences ;)

  • @iainww86
    @iainww86 2 месяца назад +2

    Best dining experience I’ve had in a long time, great video 👌

  • @JensVanHauwermeiren
    @JensVanHauwermeiren Месяц назад

    Enjoyed watching your content. Keep up the good work and you'll hit 500k in no time.

  • @tjcihlar1
    @tjcihlar1 Месяц назад

    I appreciate a look inside these incredible restaurants.

  • @sm0akable
    @sm0akable 2 месяца назад

    This was phenomenal. I love the intimacy of it all and of course.. the food looks incredible.

  • @sararichardson737
    @sararichardson737 Месяц назад

    I bet this guy has many many best friends. Love seeing someone enjoying themselves.

  • @jthlaw
    @jthlaw 2 месяца назад +2

    Great review, went back in Jan with the missus. - few dishes in vid are same as our experience i.e. the amuse, pasta and duck. I would recommend those not looking to drink alcohol to consider the non-alcoholic pairing, was very interesting and fun. There was also a truffle supplement which was added to the pasta and an additional dessert using said truffle. The decor behind the seats also shows off some of chefs character.

  • @TablewareGuy
    @TablewareGuy 2 месяца назад

    Another top video Alexander, I will have to try it out the next time I am in London... Thank you for sharing your experience

  • @Worldgonemad
    @Worldgonemad 2 месяца назад +2

    Went here back in March 2023. Greatest meal I ever had.

  • @visions30
    @visions30 Месяц назад

    While staring at your dropped napkin I had much to wonder about the pair of shoes just to your left :) Great review yet again!

  • @nathanhall9177
    @nathanhall9177 2 месяца назад +1

    Really cool to go on this little journey. Not something I’ll ever likely be able to do. To look inside anyways is awesome!

  • @danwarder7341
    @danwarder7341 2 месяца назад +1

    Great review! Always wanted to visit here but only made it to the champagne bar that used to be on the ground floor years ago! Definitely added to the list of places to go to!

  • @sababaratashvili8629
    @sababaratashvili8629 2 месяца назад +7

    Great video. Would make music sound slighly lower though.

  • @MrEdoms
    @MrEdoms 2 месяца назад

    We were there last october for my birthday dinner. Indeed a very great experience.
    Also in our top 10 list!

  • @thequicksketcher
    @thequicksketcher 2 месяца назад

    my favorite video and restaurant so far!!! the food looks so good and glad so well to hear you describe how each dish taste. not sure, but notice that the lighting at this place and how the food looked good because of it...gotta go visit to see and experience why this place looks so good!!!

    • @thequicksketcher
      @thequicksketcher 2 месяца назад

      may you leave a google maps links of the restaurant...please and thank you...just wanna make sure going to the right place...cheers Alexander and the team!!

  • @OrganicMachoCapitalist
    @OrganicMachoCapitalist 2 месяца назад +2

    Very informative, entertaining and inspiring. Thank you. Hope to meet you one-day in a fine restaurant.

  • @Talittli
    @Talittli 2 месяца назад

    You’re definitely the only channel I watch every single video every week it’s a vibe I wish I could join the diners 😂

  • @elchet
    @elchet 2 месяца назад

    I went a month after you did, and echo everything you said. It was a phenomenal experience from start to finish!

  • @Smart44Lady
    @Smart44Lady День назад

    Looks like so much fun! I would feel just a little squished with that seating, seems like you might bump elbows

  • @rudolfpunt3286
    @rudolfpunt3286 2 месяца назад +2

    This meal is my second favourite you ever presented. My favourite is always the French Laundry

  • @МихаилВенедиктов
    @МихаилВенедиктов Месяц назад

    Amazing video! Amazing comments! I'm getting more educated about food just watching your videos! Greetings from Russia!

  • @HowardAbernethy
    @HowardAbernethy 2 месяца назад

    One of my favourite restaurants. Went there many times when I lived in London

  • @rickguerrero2282
    @rickguerrero2282 2 месяца назад +1

    Wow…….that place looks amazing!

  • @Veverex
    @Veverex 2 месяца назад +2

    Great videos keep up the awesome work!

  • @davidotoole9328
    @davidotoole9328 2 месяца назад +1

    I wanted to try more if these dishes than anywhere else you've been. The dishes are so well explained and make such sense that you can almost imagine tasting them. Most of the time I'm baffled, but this time I could imagine eating that lobster tail, sweet sauce and blend of textures.

  • @SkipMDMan
    @SkipMDMan 2 месяца назад +1

    Woo Hoo! I finally saw a dish I'd really like to eat. It was the bread! lol Good video as always

  • @kristiansantosa2997
    @kristiansantosa2997 2 месяца назад +3

    4:54 I thought that was you serving the food 😂

  • @nearjam
    @nearjam 2 месяца назад

    Hello, I really enjoy your channel! Thank you for continually sharing excellent restaurants. Just a small reminder - looks like missed blurring the guest at 07:23

  • @Tennisisreallyfun
    @Tennisisreallyfun 2 месяца назад +1

    I would say that a €60 up-charge for N25 caviar is reasonable. I’ve sampled their product a few times and the quality is really top notch. Also, great find with that Benoit Moreau, it really is a delicious little hidden gem of a wine that I don’t see on lists too often here in America, but I like to buy whenever it appears on the allocation lists of my local shops🤩

  • @wellroundedsound2422
    @wellroundedsound2422 Месяц назад

    That Duck!!! Hella impressive!!!

  • @DanielRodrigues-xu2rq
    @DanielRodrigues-xu2rq 2 месяца назад +1

    Please come to a restaurant in Portugal 😍

  • @chantalferreirapulzone3630
    @chantalferreirapulzone3630 2 месяца назад +2

    Another great video 🎉

  • @hoppercanty
    @hoppercanty 2 месяца назад

    Nice one with the Benoit Moreau!

  • @ZdenekKral
    @ZdenekKral 2 месяца назад

    Another lovely video, thank you so much for this :-)

  • @Sauteus
    @Sauteus 2 месяца назад +2

    Lovely video as always! But I found the music slightly too loud.

  • @GCLU
    @GCLU 2 месяца назад +3

    That lobster dish looked stunning

  • @LarsEckert_Molimo
    @LarsEckert_Molimo 2 месяца назад +3

    Bubbledog still returns for limited times. I'm looking forward to trying it eventually

    • @jonathanbowen3640
      @jonathanbowen3640 2 месяца назад +1

      I did go back in the day. It was a great concept. Shame it went.

  • @cloudzilla
    @cloudzilla День назад

    I ate there for my birthday very recently and everything was excellent. My only complaint was that I hate it when a restaurant tries to upsell me on the menu, it just has an implication to me that the food is good... but if you spend a bit more money it could be even better. It's getting to be a common habit in Michelin star restaurants.

  • @obsidiansky1863
    @obsidiansky1863 2 месяца назад +2

    Great shoes on the fellow traveller at 11:02

  • @michaelnissen4322
    @michaelnissen4322 2 месяца назад

    Bernard Bonin and Benoit Moreau is the 2 new burgundy producers who impressed me the most this year ❤

  • @Ntewak
    @Ntewak 2 месяца назад +1

    Great work

  • @insmnc9302
    @insmnc9302 2 месяца назад

    When you said “the duck…is back again” it made me realize that you should have a cheeky sidekick who’s a cartoon duck mat’re de - at least for the intros!

  • @jimdevalk
    @jimdevalk 2 месяца назад +1

    Lets gooooo! 🍾

  • @danielmancamanca8475
    @danielmancamanca8475 2 месяца назад

    Finally someone showing the world that right cork is something normal even in starred Michelin restaurants

  • @mob-k1i
    @mob-k1i 2 месяца назад

    When I imagine what it’s like to be Alexander it makes me feel so bougie!! You should do more reviews in America

  • @USMCRonin
    @USMCRonin 2 месяца назад +9

    Another great 3 Michelin Star Sunday with Alex. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

    • @markcurrie642
      @markcurrie642 2 месяца назад +8

      its 2 stars - no ?

    • @juancarrera8397
      @juancarrera8397 2 месяца назад +1

      ​@@markcurrie642yes

    • @kamotetops1572
      @kamotetops1572 2 месяца назад +4

      @@markcurrie642 2 stars in paper, more than 3 stars compared to his other experience.

  • @jamesskinner4188
    @jamesskinner4188 2 месяца назад

    Superb ❤and a great lovely Chef James

  • @matthewteo486
    @matthewteo486 2 месяца назад +1

    I think the small errors that Alex pointed out could be what are holding them back from 3 stars. It's an interesting comparison for him to say it's his favourite kitchen in London since he's been to Helene darroze and their wine cellar as well. I can see great innovation in their execution of dishes.
    I think it goes to show that just because a place has 3 stars it doesn't necessarily mean it's someone's favourite or the best in their opinion. It definitely hints at the subjectivity of taste and then so from Michelin. Like take for example la liste or world's best 50 etc

    • @t23c56
      @t23c56 2 месяца назад

      Yeah could be true. According to Michelin they only assess purely based on the food quality, but obviously this isn't true because look at the restaurants that get 3 stars; they're almost always super posh inside.

  • @QDPenguin
    @QDPenguin 2 месяца назад

    the food looks really good

  • @JVHammond
    @JVHammond 2 месяца назад +1

    Glad to see they warmed the place up. Dinner was great but it was a bit awkward when we were there. Chef kept slapping the hands of one chef. One of the reasons I don’t really care for kitchen tables anymore.

  • @saynotobigotry
    @saynotobigotry 2 месяца назад

    Alexander, I have been fortunate enough to drink some of your wine recommendations but they do not stand up to Australian wines. Particularly the reds. We have the best in the world. 🍷

  • @Chaine_GB_WilsonSeno
    @Chaine_GB_WilsonSeno Месяц назад

    Please make some video in Marchal restaurant in hotel d’anglaterre in copenhagen. We will be waiting for it. ❤❤

  • @jeremyhinkley6142
    @jeremyhinkley6142 2 месяца назад

    The Peacock Nike SB's are a great shoe!!!

  • @PaJammieMaMa
    @PaJammieMaMa 2 месяца назад

    Im certain im too far across the world to enter, but been a subscriber a long time! Would love to experience the places you show me!! It would be a dream. For now I can only try to cook them lol

  • @sambokingsley7784
    @sambokingsley7784 2 месяца назад

    Please go to Opheem in Birmingham next!

  • @Enhancedlies
    @Enhancedlies 2 месяца назад

    Have you been to Fallow? Highly recommend

  • @dan-pw9ji
    @dan-pw9ji 2 месяца назад +1

    If you like this check out Aulis in Soho - it’s a 1 star chef’s table ran by Simon Rogan and is truly amazing

  • @megabisto
    @megabisto 2 месяца назад

    Excellent as always. Music volume made it difficult to hear you at times.

  • @triple6crip
    @triple6crip 2 месяца назад

    Another great video!!
    I can't be the only subscriber that likes sneakers. Can someone please tell me what Nike SB is being worn when he shows his napkin being dropped? 😁

  • @nicoiannotti7216
    @nicoiannotti7216 2 месяца назад

    @aleander the guest, were you happy how the foil was opened on your red? Just wondered what you thought about it

  • @jean-yvesmartin6934
    @jean-yvesmartin6934 2 месяца назад +2

    Have you reviewed Glenn Viel .

  • @ss-xy2im
    @ss-xy2im 2 месяца назад +2

    Love your videos, the background music however is too loud/heavy

  • @neojb1989
    @neojb1989 2 месяца назад +3

    They didn't forget to refill the water, they were punishing you for spilling it :P

  • @Lndtje
    @Lndtje 2 месяца назад +2

    is there a website where i can see all the restaurants you visited with the reviews?

  • @dvukovic
    @dvukovic 2 месяца назад

    You should visit 2Monkeys in Lisbon.

  • @MistressOP
    @MistressOP 28 дней назад

    We need to talk about this man suit game. Low key.............fyre

  • @timstanding1872
    @timstanding1872 2 месяца назад

    Mate you should try scullys in london good food from aussie chef

  • @BossVonD
    @BossVonD 2 месяца назад

    There's more to white wine than Burgundy, Alexander!

  • @michaelw8785
    @michaelw8785 13 дней назад

    Can you review Park Row in London? It's a emersive fine dining DC superhero/villain restaurant.

  • @ripvanmarlowe
    @ripvanmarlowe 2 месяца назад +1

    I'm so glad you liked it. I was there earlier this year and it was the best meal I've ever had. I can't wait to return and this review just makes me want to go back even sooner!

  • @Intigo
    @Intigo 2 месяца назад +2

    I like the music you're using, but it's too loud when you're speaking

  • @RealCozmet
    @RealCozmet 2 месяца назад

    Can you pls make a review on a restaurant in Madrid?

  • @damonblak9108
    @damonblak9108 2 месяца назад +1

    I see a Alexander video and I click it u see he really isn't partial

  • @eyeofthetiger6002
    @eyeofthetiger6002 2 месяца назад

    Wow, what an amazing meal with so many outstanding dishes, you must be feeling stuffed afterwards.😅

  • @lailokens
    @lailokens 2 месяца назад

    I think the service nitpicks are more relevant if this was a 3 starred restaurant. At 2 stars, I would anticipate the food to be flawless with a more casual style to the service itself. I'd prefer more bread than water, especially if you have those bottles of wines with you.

  • @Andre_2099
    @Andre_2099 Месяц назад

    I didn’t expect the corkage fee to be so high!

  • @Humanprototype-wh8qr
    @Humanprototype-wh8qr 2 месяца назад

    for the open kitchen you need to give up so privacy for sure. but always worth it in great kitchen...

  • @Ganbertuli
    @Ganbertuli 2 месяца назад +20

    Please lower the volume of the music one cannot hear you speak Alexander.