The Dorchester - Press Releases

THE DORCHESTER INTRODUCES A NUTCRACKER CHRISTMAS

19/08/2010 10:53:00

August 2010 – The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of the Dorchester Collection, presents a Nutcracker-themed Christmas, taking inspiration from the most festive of fairytales. Props such as the Nutcracker doll, sweets and presents from English National Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker will be found throughout The Promenade. Decorations by Florist at The Dorchester will take on the colours of Cranberry and Cinnamon with opulent reds, rich bronzes and sparkling coppers adorning The Dorchester’s renowned interiors.

Exclusive membership of The Dorchester Spa Fitness Studio

18/08/2010 12:30:00

August 2010 – The Dorchester Spa has announced a limited number of 25 annual memberships will be made available for The Dorchester Spa Fitness Studio, priced at £5000. Membership also includes spa treatments and a personal fitness programme designed by former professional sportsman, Stephen Price.

THE FLORIST AT THE DORCHESTER LAUNCHES CHRISTMAS WREATHS

18/08/2010 09:26:00

July 2010 - The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of the Dorchester Collection, launches Christmas Wreaths by The Florist at The Dorchester. The hand-woven wreaths, which last year on year, are made with naturally dried Fir cones, oranges, cinnamon and cranberries and are available for delivery in central London.

Behind The Scenes Access to The Dorchester for Open House London

16/08/2010 13:03:00

London, 28th June 2010- The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of the Dorchester Collection, will be participating in Open House London – the Capital’s largest architectural showcase – on Sunday 19 September 2010

DORCHESTER COLLECTION’S NEW UK HOTEL PROVIDES ULTIMATE TOWN & COUNTRY GETAWAY

20/07/2010 14:02:00

July 2010, London – Holiday makers can now combine a stay at both Dorchester Collection’s iconic London hotel and its brand new country house hotel for the ultimate English town and country experience. The Town & Country Getaway, available from September 2010, includes two nights bed and breakfast at both The Dorchester and new luxury country house hotel and spa, Coworth Park, set in 240 acres of Berkshire parkland, plus the transfer in between.

Brian Hughson – Head Chef of The Grill at The Dorchester

14/07/2010 11:54:00

Appointed Head Chef of The Grill at The Dorchester in May 2009, Brian Hughson has placed The Grill at the forefront of the London dining scene and re-established its credentials as one of the UK’s best restaurants showcasing classic British cuisine. Since taking the helm, accolades have included listings in the Ten Best Celebrity Chef Restaurants in Top Table’s Top 100 and in GQ’s Top Ten Eateries.

Glorious 12th – The Grill at The Dorchester introduces Grouse to the menu

14/07/2010 11:18:00

The Grill at The Dorchester will once again feature Grouse on the menu as of 13 August in celebration of Glorious 12th, the start of the Grouse-shooting season in Britain.

The Bar at The Dorchester’s Award-Winning Team Steals the Show

14/07/2010 11:12:00

After seven decades of reigning supreme over London’s nightlife, The Bar at The Dorchester closed for a redesign and reopened in June 2006 to reintroduce London to the delights of cocktail hour. International interior designer Thierry Despont created an opulent, glamorous interior in which to enjoy timeless Martinis, modish Mojitos and forgotten classics such as The Martinez and The Vesper. New creations such as the Hibiscus Royale feature alongside exclusive ‘lip gloss’ cocktails such as the Champagne Shimmer. Each cocktail is presented impeccably and with originality. Bellinis are poured from beautiful bespoke teapots and Mulitos drunk from South American mate pots. There are even recipes from Harry Craddock, widely regarded as the original cocktail authority in the UK, and the original Head Bartender at The Dorchester when the bar opened in the 1930s.

Mad Hatter's Tea Party returns for October half term

14/07/2010 11:06:00

The Promenade at The Dorchester will once again be transformed into a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party by English National Ballet for October half term.
From Monday 25 to Friday 29 October 2010, The Dorchester will be putting on its special afternoon tea with entertainment by English National Ballet’s young dancers inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. Dancers dressed as some of the favourite characters will be found pirouetting, plié-ing and jeté-ing amongst the children and the specially created decorations and flower displays. Children can look out for favourite characters including the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the Dormouse and Alice herself.

New Treatment Launching at The Dorchester Spa

14/07/2010 10:31:00

The Dorchester’s award-winning destination Spa is delighted to announce the launch from July 2010 of a new Dorchester Spa signature body treatment, Hot and Cold Stone Therapy, priced at £160 lasting 85 minutes. This is the first new treatment to be introduced since the spa’s revamp last May.

The Dorchester Spa named best in UK by Conde Nast Traveller

04/02/2010 12:18:00

London, 2 February 2010 – The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of Dorchester Collection, is delighted to announce that Condé Nast Traveller (UK) readers voted The Dorchester Spa ‘Favourite UK Hotel Spa 2010’ with an overall ranking of 12th in the World, the top ranking in the UK.

Alain Ducasse three Michelin Stars awarded

17/01/2010 10:56:00

(London, January 15th, 2010) – Michelin today released its 2010 results for Great Britain and Ireland, announcing the winners of the coveted Michelin-starred status. Included in the list of acclaimed restaurants is Mayfair’s Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, which has been awarded three Michelin Stars.

The Perfect Blend

01/10/2009 09:00:00

British Airways is brewing up the perfect afternoon tea with The Dorchester, London’s most luxurious and iconic British hotel.

The Dorchester launches Krug Room culinary masterclass programme

01/09/2009 11:00:00

The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of Dorchester Collection, is launching a calendar of culinary masterclasses in the newly redesigned Krug Room from 17th October 2009, priced from £150 per person for up to 12 people.

New Chef at The Grill...

27/04/2009 00:00:00

The Dorchester, the iconic London flagship of the Dorchester Collection, has appointed Brian Hughson as Head Chef of The Grill, to update the traditional British dining roomfor the 21st century with a modern British menu alongside timeless classics.

Sensational new Dorchester Spa announces exciting brand associations - Vaishaly, Carol Joy London and Kerstin Florian

06/04/2009 00:00:00

As the highly anticipated May launch of the exquisite new Dorchester Spa draws nearer, The Dorchester is delighted to announce exciting associations with facialists’ Vaishaly and Carol Joy London and treatments by Kerstin Florian.