Red Carnation Hotels' best breakfast rooms
Breakfast like a king or queen in our most impressive breakfast
05 Apr 2019
For those that live by the motto ‘breakfast like a king,’ there are few more august places to do so than in Red Carnation Hotels’ luxurious breakfast rooms. From the banqueting hall of a castle to a terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, our finest breakfast rooms combine stunning surrounds with delicious morning menus.
George V Dining Room
Indulge in a traditional Irish breakfast in the grand George V Dining Room at Ashford Castle. Named after the Prince of Wales, who visited and dined here in 1905, the breakfast menu offers locally sourced, cooked breakfast staples alongside lighter options and decadent offerings including whole cooked ham, a porridge station with whiskey, a side of smoked salmon carved at the table and scrambled eggs topped with truffles.
Azure Restaurant
In Cape Town, start the day overlooking the crashing waves at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa’s Azure Restaurant. Breakfast is enjoyed al fresco on the ocean-facing terrace, where the only issue you’ll have is what to choose from the extensive buffet. Locally smoked salmon and trout, charcuterie, fresh oysters, a cheese board and tempting viennoiserie are all on offer alongside a cooked breakfast, with diners invited to accompany their meal with a glass of sparkling Cap Classique, served chilled on its own or with freshly squeezed orange juice.
The English Grill
The English Grill at The Rubens at the Palace is just moments from Buckingham Palace in London. Before setting out to explore the Royal Mews, sit down to a sumptuous breakfast beneath glittering chandeliers. With its emphasis on seasonal English produce, the restaurant also offers vegan options. Plant-based dishes include coconut kombucha Bircher muesli and rice milk pancakes served with berries and maple syrup. Meanwhile, carnivores can tuck into a Josper-grilled sirloin steak, served with bubble and squeak hash, a fried egg and mushroom ketchup.
Cheneston's Restaurant
The first meal of the day is an elegant affair in London’s Kensington, too, where breakfast is served at The Milestone Hotel & Residences’ Cheneston's Restaurant. Smart wood panelling, mahogany furnishings and Victorian leaded windows create a grand setting for the breakfast buffet and à la carte cooked English breakfast.
Windows Restaurant
Hotel d’Angleterre in Geneva is famous for its gastronomic weekend brunches but its breakfast service also impresses. Served in the chic Windows Restaurant, where diners have uninterrupted views of Lake Geneva and the Jet d’Eau, enjoy a broad array of fresh fruits, yogurts, juices and baked goods alongside hearty traditional breakfast staples to set you up for the day ahead.
Things to do
15th July - 10th September
Have a multisensory affair at the BBC Proms
Since 1895, London has been host to one of the world’s most celebrated classical music festivals – the BBC Proms. This rousing, eight-week affair, held at the Royal Albert Hall just a footstep away from guests staying at The Milestone, spotlights celebrated orchestras, singers, and musicians to deliver an enchanting spectacle of music. Encompassed within the milieu of the enchanting Royal Albert Hall, attendees can expect a vibrant and jubilant evening with a mix of classic and contemporary songs.
This year also boasts the first ever Earth Prom that marries imagery with natural sounds, spoken word, and music to pay tribute to our natural world in an exceptional audio-visual display.
Until 16th April 2023
Discover 'Africa Fashion' at the V&A
'Spanning iconic mid-20th century to contemporary creatives through photographs, textiles, music and the visual arts, Africa Fashion explores the vitality and global impact of a fashion scene as dynamic and varied as the continent itself.'
A visit to the V&A this August allows an exciting chance to explore one of the most exciting and eclectic exhibitions to date as the vibrancy if the African design scene takes centre stage. The collection showcases over 250 items sourced from the personal archives of iconic creatives, as well as sketches, catwalk footage, and protest posters, all of which combine to capture the influence of fashion on the continent's political history, liberation, and independence. This is an event not to be missed, and one that is particularly well located for guests staying at The Egerton which is a mere five minute walk from the V&A.
For those that live by the motto ‘breakfast like a king,’ there are few more august places to do so than in Red Carnation Hotels’ luxurious breakfast rooms. From the banqueting hall of a castle to a terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, our finest breakfast rooms combine stunning surrounds with delicious morning menus.
George V Dining Room
Indulge in a traditional Irish breakfast in the grand George V Dining Room at Ashford Castle. Named after the Prince of Wales, who visited and dined here in 1905, the breakfast menu offers locally sourced, cooked breakfast staples alongside lighter options and decadent offerings including whole cooked ham, a porridge station with whiskey, a side of smoked salmon carved at the table and scrambled eggs topped with truffles.
Azure Restaurant
In Cape Town, start the day overlooking the crashing waves at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa’s Azure Restaurant. Breakfast is enjoyed al fresco on the ocean-facing terrace, where the only issue you’ll have is what to choose from the extensive buffet. Locally smoked salmon and trout, charcuterie, fresh oysters, a cheese board and tempting viennoiserie are all on offer alongside a cooked breakfast, with diners invited to accompany their meal with a glass of sparkling Cap Classique, served chilled on its own or with freshly squeezed orange juice.
The English Grill
The English Grill at The Rubens at the Palace is just moments from Buckingham Palace in London. Before setting out to explore the Royal Mews, sit down to a sumptuous breakfast beneath glittering chandeliers. With its emphasis on seasonal English produce, the restaurant also offers vegan options. Plant-based dishes include coconut kombucha Bircher muesli and rice milk pancakes served with berries and maple syrup. Meanwhile, carnivores can tuck into a Josper-grilled sirloin steak, served with bubble and squeak hash, a fried egg and mushroom ketchup.
Cheneston's Restaurant
The first meal of the day is an elegant affair in London’s Kensington, too, where breakfast is served at The Milestone Hotel & Residences’ Cheneston's Restaurant. Smart wood panelling, mahogany furnishings and Victorian leaded windows create a grand setting for the breakfast buffet and à la carte cooked English breakfast.
Windows Restaurant
Hotel d’Angleterre in Geneva is famous for its gastronomic weekend brunches but its breakfast service also impresses. Served in the chic Windows Restaurant, where diners have uninterrupted views of Lake Geneva and the Jet d’Eau, enjoy a broad array of fresh fruits, yogurts, juices and baked goods alongside hearty traditional breakfast staples to set you up for the day ahead.
Things to do with families
1st - 29th August
Indulge in the vibrancy of This Bright Land
Located in the courtyard of the renowned Somerset House, This Bright Land is ‘a summer celebration of community and culture’. The festival is built on the premise of joy and collaboration, with eclectic décor and a series of performances, music, talks, workshops and more.
The event’s sponsoring by luxury brands such as Jo Malone and Clinique, all of whom have their own dedicated wellness spaces within, combined with pop-up family film screenings from the Everyman make This Bright Land the perfect day out for families visiting London with children. There is even a grand, 35m Ferris wheel to immerse oneself within the all-encompassing London skyline.
12th - 13th August
Nina Kristofferson sings Billie Holiday
Listen to an award winning singer renowned for her talent in everything from jazz and blues to opera tell the story of Billie Holiday through musical flair. Alongside pianist Allan Rogers, Kristofferson will perform some of Holiday's most celebrated songs, including God bless the Child, Lover Man and Strange Fruit in an intimate concert.
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