Posh dining

Will · 06-09-2007, 10:31

I used to dine in a lot of fancy restaurants in my previous employment. On some occaisions rather exclusive ones at times. It's something I really enjoy - it's not for everyone, some people find it pretentious, some say it's over priced for what it is, but for me it's the whole experience not just the food (and I like dressing smartly) - I personally love it. In spite of what a lot of doubters say, in general, and the majority of times the food is beyond comparisson - it's usually fantastic. I'm a bit of a snob at times when it comes to food and like to treat myself.

On saturday 6th of October Piali and I (it's ok she knows!) are going to Chez Bruce (www.chezbruce.co.uk). I can't wait - it's been months since I've been to have some posh nosh. Just have a look a the wine list!!

Do any of you have any posh nosh recommendations? Do you like going to such places?

Desmo · 06-09-2007, 10:40

Not my cup of tea I'm afraid. I tend to feel out of place and it would make me feel uncomfortable. I also don't appreciate food or drink enough to justify the prices.

Oh, I fixed your broken link too

Will · 06-09-2007, 10:58

Oops! Thanks Jamie!

It's completely valid, there'd be no point in you going there if you didn't want to or were able to appreciate that type of thing.

I never used to like it when I was younger, but as I've become older it's something I've learnt to appreciate.... I wouldn't want to eat like this all the time, but certainly feel like I'm spoilt when I do do it!

Matblack · 06-09-2007, 10:58

I've been to a few good places in my time

Le Manior (got engaged there)
The Waterside
The Dorchester
Yang Sing (Britian's highest rated Chinese)
Chewton Glen

And a number of others that are more obscure.

I do like to eat in nice places, drink good wine and generally posh it up, the only thing I don't enjoy is the dressing up to do it

MB

Belmit · 06-09-2007, 11:02

Christ, that's a cellar and a half!

The only thing that really puts me off about places like this is having people standing around waiting to clear the table, top up the wine etc. That feeling of being constantly watched (and listened to) doesn't sit well with me if I'm eating.

Feek · 06-09-2007, 11:02

I don't see the point in paying fifty quid for a portion so small and decorated that it doesn't look like food and certainly doesn't satisfy an appetite.

Call me a philistine if you like!

Will · 06-09-2007, 11:02

Oooh Le Manoir - that's somewhere I do want to go.

I can't see you in a suit MB

I bet you look dashing though

Will · 06-09-2007, 11:08

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Originally Posted by Belmit

Christ, that's a cellar and a half!

The only thing that really puts me off about places like this is having people standing around waiting to clear the table, top up the wine etc. That feeling of being constantly watched (and listened to) doesn't sit well with me if I'm eating.

It is isn't it?! Yummy!

You see if the place is good, the garçons should be attentive but not intrusive. Getting that balance right takes a lot of skill and practice - some places have it some don't. It shouldn't feel like you're being watched though...

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Originally Posted by Feek

I don't see the point in paying fifty quid for a portion so small and decorated that it doesn't look like food and certainly doesn't satisfy an appetite.

You see it's not like that at all. Often you get 6 courses and a cheese board, so the portions are often smaller, but in general quite a challenge to finish - and boy I can put food away! There are a lot of "nouvelle cuisine" restaurants which aren't that great but like to sell themselves at a higher rate than they deserve. Proper gastronomy should enable you to be satisfied after 3 courses.

Stan_Lite · 06-09-2007, 11:54

I've never really eaten anywhere particulary posh or expensive - that place we went to for your birthday was probably the most expensive restaurant I've eaten in, Will. Having said that the food was absolutely scrumptious and I don't begrudge a penny of it but being Scottish, I can't help thinking to myself "I can have a plate o' mince and tatties for a pound if I make it myself".

One of these days, I will push the boat out and eat somewhere really posh and exclusive.

Edit: Having looked at the menu on that website, it's not particularly expensive. Funny how one always equates posh with expensive - just goes to show, it's not always the case.

Will · 06-09-2007, 12:01

The key point is - did you enjoy the food? Yes! Therefore surely it was worth it?! Yeah that place was amazing wasn't it? The company made it for me.

Yes you can have some mince and tatties for next to nothing, but it's not as adventureous or some might argue as interesting - though no doubt it is satisfying.

06-09-2007, 10:31	#1
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	Posh dining I used to dine in a lot of fancy restaurants in my previous employment. On some occaisions rather exclusive ones at times. It's something I really enjoy - it's not for everyone, some people find it pretentious, some say it's over priced for what it is, but for me it's the whole experience not just the food (and I like dressing smartly) - I personally love it. In spite of what a lot of doubters say, in general, and the majority of times the food is beyond comparisson - it's usually fantastic. I'm a bit of a snob at times when it comes to food and like to treat myself. On saturday 6th of October Piali and I (it's ok she knows!) are going to Chez Bruce (www.chezbruce.co.uk). I can't wait - it's been months since I've been to have some posh nosh. Just have a look a the wine list!! Do any of you have any posh nosh recommendations? Do you like going to such places? __________________ *No No!*

06-09-2007, 10:40	#2
Desmo The Last Airbender Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Pigmopad Posts: 11,915	Not my cup of tea I'm afraid. I tend to feel out of place and it would make me feel uncomfortable. I also don't appreciate food or drink enough to justify the prices. Oh, I fixed your broken link too __________________

06-09-2007, 10:58	#3
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	Oops! Thanks Jamie! It's completely valid, there'd be no point in you going there if you didn't want to or were able to appreciate that type of thing. I never used to like it when I was younger, but as I've become older it's something I've learnt to appreciate.... I wouldn't want to eat like this all the time, but certainly feel like I'm spoilt when I do do it! __________________ *No No!*

06-09-2007, 10:58	#4
Matblack Baby Bore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Svalbard Posts: 9,770	I've been to a few good places in my time Le Manior (got engaged there) The Waterside The Dorchester Yang Sing (Britian's highest rated Chinese) Chewton Glen And a number of others that are more obscure. I do like to eat in nice places, drink good wine and generally posh it up, the only thing I don't enjoy is the dressing up to do it MB __________________ "we had roots that grew towards each other underground, and when all the pretty blossom had fallen from our branches we found that we were one tree and not two"

06-09-2007, 11:02	#5
Belmit The Mouse King of Denmark Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: The Winchester Posts: 6,476	Christ, that's a cellar and a half! The only thing that really puts me off about places like this is having people standing around waiting to clear the table, top up the wine etc. That feeling of being constantly watched (and listened to) doesn't sit well with me if I'm eating. __________________

06-09-2007, 11:02	#6
Feek ex SAS Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: JO01ou Posts: 10,062	I don't see the point in paying fifty quid for a portion so small and decorated that it doesn't look like food and certainly doesn't satisfy an appetite. Call me a philistine if you like! __________________

06-09-2007, 11:54	#9
Stan_Lite Stan, Stan the FLASHER MAN! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: In bed with your sister Posts: 5,483	I've never really eaten anywhere particulary posh or expensive - that place we went to for your birthday was probably the most expensive restaurant I've eaten in, Will. Having said that the food was absolutely scrumptious and I don't begrudge a penny of it but being Scottish, I can't help thinking to myself "I can have a plate o' mince and tatties for a pound if I make it myself". One of these days, I will push the boat out and eat somewhere really posh and exclusive. Edit: Having looked at the menu on that website, it's not particularly expensive. Funny how one always equates posh with expensive - just goes to show, it's not always the case. __________________ Just because I have a short attention span doesn't mean I... Last edited by Stan_Lite; 06-09-2007 at 12:01.

06-09-2007, 12:01	#10
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	The key point is - did you enjoy the food? Yes! Therefore surely it was worth it?! Yeah that place was amazing wasn't it? The company made it for me. Yes you can have some mince and tatties for next to nothing, but it's not as adventureous or some might argue as interesting - though no doubt it is satisfying. __________________ *No No!*