We recently dropped by Murano for a casual Friday lunch. Despite being plenty of options for high-end Italian dining in London, Murano is our go-to place for Italian food as it is my wife’s favourite. I think the term ‘Italian inspired’ would probably be more accurate, as Angela Hartnett also draws from her French training with Ramsay to include techniques and dishes which are more likely to see in a French restaurant. In saying that though, in recent months, I have noted that the cooking is heading back towards its Italian roots with less French inspired elements on the menu.
A fantastic experience - with every box checked in style - food, wine, ambience, service. Murano truly know how to make a special occasion memorable, and their hospitality and warm charm means a return visit, as soon as it is warranted. Highlights - the complimentary picnic, thatlemontart. It's Mayfair expensive, but I found the lunch menu to be pretty good value!
Murano began life as part of another Gordon Ramsay restaurant with his protegé, Angela Hartnett chosen to helm it. Subsequently with the economic down turn and Gordon Ramsay Holding suffering from financial strain, Angela was offered the option to buy out Ramsay’s share and take full control of the restaurant. This meant that she had full creative control of the menu. Nevertheless, a lot of Ramsay’s influence can still be seen in her cooking.
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