Cheval Life

Valentine's Day, the dreaded word on many lips is near! But f ear not, we are here to help ease the burden and share the love. Check out our top 5 suggestions this February... Why not start the day with something delicious from Paul Bakery? These heart cakes come in carrot, moose, strawberry and chocolate varieties, the choice is yours! #Yum  http://bit.ly/1ywFOsw Continue your day with a Champagne cocktail and chocolate masterclass at Barts in South Kensington. (Moments from ‪#‎ChevalHarringtonCourt!)‬ http://bit.ly/1LWUaYV Dinner is served! From British to French to Chinese, take a peek this handy list of London's most romantic restaurants http://bit.ly/202NI6h Then stay the night in one of London's romantic neighborhoods and revel in our  #‎MonthOfLove‬ package! Book for a minimum of two nights and receive a chilled bottle of Champagne, chocolate hearts and two tickets to the romantic 'Whispering Gallery' at St. Paul's Cathedral! http://bit.l...

Arguably the best part of Christmas is the food! But we don’t always have the time to whip up course after course of deliciousness!  A few fantastic restaurants in London are open on the big day but remember to book in advance to avoid disappointment.  Here are our top picks of where to find a big fat plate of turkey and stuffing on December 25 th . Dean Street Townhouse 69-71 Dean Street, London, W1D 3SE Price: £95 This Soho all-dayer is always pretty buzzy, but its Georgian rooms are particularly suited for twinkly festive gatherings. At £95, it’s at the pricier end of Christmas Day meals, but this includes an introductory glass of champagne, and coffee, mince pies and truffles to finish. In between there’s a delicious-sounding spread of classic British dishes – from pressed ham with piccalilli, to tipsy sherry trifle, via roast rib of Hereford beef with Yorkshire pudding. Turkey and Christmas pud are on offer for traditionalists. T: 020 7434 1775 W...

We held a fabulous event in partnership with House of Kooser last night at the glorious Cheval Three Quays! We had sparkling wine, great conversation and delicious nibbles courtesy of John Gregory-Smith! John is a fabulous globetrotting chef inspired by the discovery of new dishes from the far corners of the globe. Get that Friday feeling with this wonderfully spiced burger straight from John’s fantastic new book ‘Mighty Spice Express’. Available now at all good bookshops. The Bosporus Burger SERVES 2 1 small handful of parsley leaves 1 tsp paprika 2 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground ginger ½ tsp chilli powder 300g minced beef 1 tbsp olive oil 55g blue cheese 4 tbsp mayonnaise ¼ lemon 2 burger buns 1 handful mixed lettuce leaves sea salt Finely chop the parsley and chuck it into a large mixing bowl. Add the paprika, cumin, ground ginger, chilli powder, minced beef and a really good pinch of salt. Mix everything together really well – I find that squeezing t...

Here at Cheval Residences we adore both the West and East ends of London.  From the classic beauty that is the V&A Museum along with the decadent wonderland of Harvey Nichols to the iconic Tower of London and the eclectic Tate Modern. This two part feature will share the finer parts of living a Cheval London life. Our West London Residences have a personality to satisfy all guests. Our current West London property portfolio consists of: The spacious Cheval Gloucester Park The elegant Cheval Thorney Court The chic Cheval Harrington Court The opulent Cheval Hyde Park Gate The cosy Cheval Knightsbridge And the contemporary Cheval Phoenix House. The month of July marks the start of BBC Proms season at the Royal Albert Hall, synonymous with some of the world’s greatest musicians and performers. The proms never fail to entertain and inspire even the most avid of concert goers. http://bit.ly/VtFzhi Walking south from Royal Albert Hall ...

The 30 th  of May marked the colleague friends and family preview weekend at the brand new Cheval Harrington Court. In one such apartment a first of another kind was taking place, the birth of the ‘Cheval Burger’. So for the perfect weekend, here’s the perfect recipe. Serves 4 For the atmosphere: Grab some good company Uncork a bottle of liquid refreshment Get cooking! For the burgers: 500g Dry Aged Beef cuts ( combination of chuck, rump cap, clod and sticking, thick flank and brisket) 100g Bone Marrow Bunch of flat leaf parsley, picked off its stalks and roughly chopped 4 Brioche burger buns 4 slices smoked mature cheddar cheese 2 Beef Tomatoes, sliced (preferably on the vine) 4 rashers smoked streaky bacon 1 Baby cos lettuce Mayonnaise Ask your local butcher to coarsely mince the beef cuts with the bone marrow, or fat. Divide the raw burger mix into 4 and shape into patties, pushing a small hollow in the centre of each to prevent doming when...

Old fashioned desserts are back in action this sweltering summer but with a contemporary twist, just like our recently refurbished Cheval Harrington Court residence, due to open in just 2 weeks! Come June 4 th , this old dame will be transformed into a blushing beauty. You don’t need a cruise to get to Alaska On the cusp of London’s financial district, ‘Duck & Waffle’ has updated the traditional baked Alaska with a frozen custard centre topped off with two servings of rhubarb (poached and dried) encompassed in sickly sweet syrup then encased in a flame blasted delicate meringue shell. www.duckandwaffle.com Duck & Waffle,   Heron Tower,  110 Bishopsgate,  London, EC2N 4AY For those who like a tipple  Self-pour bourbon infused hot caramel is served with the traditional Mr Whippy styled ice cream to diners yearning for an adult’s only take on a childhood favourite at ‘Foxlow’. This new eatery is making a mark in the London restaura...

A quick taxi ride east from Cheval Three Quays will bring you to The Princess of Shoreditch, a refurbished and award winning 270 year old gastro pub in the heart of Old Street. Renowned for their Sunday menu, The Princess offers five choices of roast dinner ranging from Kentish lamb to roasted free range  guinea fowl .  All varieties are served with duck fat potatoes, seasonal vegetables and a delightful Yorkshire pudding topped with gravy. Those with a sweet tooth, the pub also offers a range of classic British deserts including apple crumble and sticky toffee pudding. If in need of some after dinner drinks or a well-deserved break, a lively basement bar operates on a ‘first come’ basis. A quality guest wine rotates monthly with some bottles also being sold at Michelin starred restaurants than other modest gastro pubs. For beer drinkers, three ales are also constantly interchanging. Cheval would recommend The Princess of Shoreditch for a quick catch up with f...

The Brewery in East London will host a pop-up over the summer called “ The Retreat ”, just 5 minutes from Liverpool Street Station. It will be transformed into 6 uniquely themed areas. Daily membership is available from £ 294, which will include all the live action on big screen, unlimited fine food and drinks (after 9pm drinks in The Club only charged on a cash basis), evening entertainment with presenters, personalities, music and bands, free Wi-Fi, pampering area for massages, manicures and treatments. The nightclub goes until 2am.  A membership for all the 17 days is also available.  Bookings and info at www.retreat-city.co.uk or 0845 143 1448. Recommended by Cheval Residences - London's Serviced Apartments

FoodiesFestival   comes to Battersea Park this summer - a three day food festival showcasing fine food, drink and culinary talent. The festival joins a line up of seven Foodies Festivals taking place across the UK. With over one hundred exhibitors offering local, seasonal produce and specialty food and drink, food lovers will be inspired to experience, celebrate and learn about the culinary arts. Highlights include Michelin star and top chefs cook signature dishes passing on hints and tips including Angela Hartnett of Murano, Gary Lee of The Ivy and Phil Usher of Le Caprice.                                                                                     Battersea Park 29-31 July.                     ...

Duck & Waffle restaurant will open in August 2012 on the 40 th floor of Heron Tower in London.  The restaurant will serve European and British influenced cuisine 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, offering breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late night menus. The restaurant will have a capacity of 98 with floor-to-ceiling windows, an open kitchen, a 24 seat chef bar and a private dining room. The head chef will be Daniel Doherty, who was previously at The Old Brewery at the Royal Naval College in Greenwich, The Empress in Victoria Park and The Ambassador on Exmouth Market. The Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AY Phone: 020 3640 7310 (active)

When we saw these adorable DIY cappuccino popsicles , we wished we could just try one immediately! What better way to fight the afternoon blahs than with a jolt of creamy coffee frozen goodness? Simply mix freshly brewed espresso with cream and condensed milk, and freeze. Add a layer of cream and milk, and some cocoa powder for a mocha twist. We can't wait to try it! Recommended by Cheval Residences - Luxury serviced apartments in London