London's May Fair Hotel to Open Quince Restaurant

London's May Fair Hotel to Open Quince Restaurant
Rowe will bring her signature blend of Eastern Mediterranean flavors to Quince with a menu that represents over two decades of dedication and research and imparts her love and passion for the culinary attributes of the great Ottoman Empire. Dishes like the Ottoman spiced lamb cutlets with tahini and black truffle sauce have strong links to Silvena's Turkish heritage and are an homage to her grandfather Mehmed, who cooked the dish for her father. Her culinary background includes a stint as a food columnist for the Guardian; food consultant on David Cronenberg's 2007 film “Eastern Promises,” starring Viggo Mortensen; a regular favorite on several U.K. culinary television programs including “Saturday Kitchen” and “Young Chef of The Year”; and a successful cookbook entitled "Purple Citrus and Sweet Perfume.”

The restaurant worked with interior designer Martin Brudnizki to incorporate the heritage of the Eastern Mediterranean and the energy of a busy cosmopolitan London into its design. The Main Dining Room was inspired by the colors and textures of the cuisine and the region it represents and will be able to accommodate 90 guests. Strong varieties of blues and greens will be prominent throughout the restaurant with contrast accents of orange, copper and turquoise. A fundamental part of the design will be the open kitchen, with its beaten-copper front and onyx-topped counter, where the surrounding diners will enjoy the sights, sounds and aromas of Rowe's inimitable style. For more information, call 888-201-1718 or visit www.themayfairhotel.co.uk or www.quincelondon.com.