On the 8th, 9th and 10th June 2012, MINT Polo in the Park will return to Hurlingham Park for its fourth year. Two-time winner of 'London Sport Attraction of the Year' at The London Lifestyle Awards (2010 and 2011), MINT Polo in the Park is the leading outdoor polo and lifestyle event in central London - offering a mix of sport, entertainment, VIP experiences, fun and glamour.

Polo players from all over the world will battle each other over three exhilarating days to gain the winning title. Start the weekend early with Twilight Polo on City Friday, enjoy the charms of the sell out Ladies Day and see it through to the thrilling conclusion of Finals Day.

The pitchside bar and viewing space has doubled since 2011 so now you won't miss a moment of action on the pitch. New additions for 2012 include The Polonesia Tiki Bar, The Crown and Corgi Pub, The Pimms Bus and garden and The Havana Mojito Bar. You also can expect to find some reinvented old favourites such as The Harrods Food Court, an even bigger Veuve Clicquot Champagne Garden, The Mahiki Bar, a newly designed Kids Club and of course, even more polo!

Fantastic prices are available for Grandstand (seated) and General Admission.

Boisdale Members and customers will benefit from a special offer on general and grandstand tickets (up to £5 off on adult tickets and £10 off family tickets. Conditions apply).

Simply quote POLOPALS when booking with Ticketmaster on

www.ticketmaster.co.uk/polointhepark or 0844 248 5069

T&C: Only valid until 20th May 2012, on new bookings only.

Hospitality packages are also available but selling fast. For more information, please contact Rachel Roullier via email rachel@cityevents.uk.com www.mintpolointhepark.com

27 APRIL 2012

As of last week connoisseurs and gourmands have yet another good reason to head for Boisdale of Canary Wharf.  Executive Head Chef Andy Rose has rolled out an impressive cheese trolley with a daily selection of around twenty cheeses all in peak condition. The fromagier is on hand every day to talk customers through the selection and help choose the right plate depending on preferences according to taste, texture or the region of origin. All cheese is accompanied with fresh pears, artisan breads, oatcakes and honey.

 BELOW ARE FIVE FACTS ABOUT CHEESE YOU DIDN’T KNOW

1- The U.S. produces more cheese than any other nation. According to figures from 2006, the U.S. provides nearly 30% of the cheese produced in the world, nearly four million metric tons in total. That’s enough to provide 2.2 pounds for every man, woman and child on the planet.
2- The most expensive cheese is from Sweden
The most expensive cheese in the world is made from the milk of three moose called Gullan, Haelga and Juna who live on a small farm in Bjursholm, Sweden. The animals are tame, which is rare for moose. Even so, they take over two hours each to be milked and only in certain months of the year. The final results sell for GBP 300 per pound.
3- The French are not the biggest consumers of cheese
According to the last survey carried out in 2003, it is the Greeks who are the biggest consumers of cheese in the world (they eat a massive 60.6 pounds of it every year). Unsurprisingly, the majority of the cheese eaten, three quarters of it to be exact, is feta. The French come in at a close second at 52.9 pounds per person, although from a much wider range of cheeses.
4- Cheddar is the most popular cheese in the world
Although the name Cheddar, and the very best examples of the cheese, come from a small area with the same name in Somersetshire, Great Britain, cheddar is also a process of cheese making and can be made anywhere in the world. Over 8.8 pounds of cheddar cheese is consumed per capita per year in the United States alone.
5- There is even a cheese made out of human breast milk Le Petit Singly is a small farm in France, which makes cheese from donated human breast milk. The proprietors claim that it is rich in vitamins and has a slight taste of hazelnut.

Grand Designs Live, Excel London 5-13 May 2012

Grand Designs Live, the UK's top contemporary home show, returns to Excel London from 5-13 May 2012. Presented by design guru Kevin McCloud, and based on the hugely popular Channel 4 series, the show offers visitors a unique opportunity to see all the latest trends for the home. With areas dedicated to interiors, technology, kitchens, bathrooms, build and gardens, there's something for every room in your home. And with over 500 exhibitors, you can shop from a great selection of brands with 100's of items not available on the high street.
With all this and much more, make sure you plan a GRAND day out! Claim your FREE ticket now!

We have teamed up with Grand Designs Live and have 500 pairs of weekday tickets to offer to Boisdale members*
Simply log on to www.granddesignslive.com, follow the link to book your tickets and enter the code BOISFREE to claim!
Join us on the weekend for just £10**

If you can't make it to the show during the week, you can join us at the weekend for just £10! This will save you £9 off of standard admission tickets!

To claim, visit www.granddesignslive.com or call 0844 854 1348 and quote BOISDALE10

T&C's apply: *Offer valid on standard admission tickets only, offer ends 30/04/12, tickets must be booked in advance, max 2 tickets per household, non transferable, all tickets will be checked and verified on entry, print at home tickets only, tickets valid on any one weekday from 8th – 11th May 2012, excludes bank holiday, subject to limited availability, tickets allocated on a first come-first served basis

** Offer ends 04/05/12, a transaction fee of £1.60 applies per order. offer applies on standard admission tickets only, saving based on the weekend door rate, tickets must be booked in advanced. 

Dear Member,

The Boisdale annual trip to Cuba for the cigar festival this year was a great success, enjoyed enormously by all. Our Cuba Travel Partners who organised the trip on our behalf are called Esencia Experiences www.esenciaexperiences.com and they did an excellent job, so we thought we would give them a mention. If you are planning a trip to Cuba please do not hesitate to get in touch with them on +44 (0)7793451652. They organise a broad range of holiday activities from Art to Sailing and Fishing and of course beach holidays as well.

Cuba’s indefinable identity makes it one of the most colourful and fascinating places on earth. Full of romance, magic and mystique; a fascinating history of conquistadors, buccaneers and smugglers; home to the cocktail, the cigar, carnival and salsa; breathtaking architecture from baroque to art nouveau and deco. The continuity of the past with the present, and a spectacular backdrop of lush rainforest, white beaches and coral reef, makes Cuba an indescribable and extraordinary experience.

EMAIL:   enquiries@esenciaexperiences.com
CALL DIRECT:   Tel: 44 (0)7793451652 or visit us at www.esenciaexperiences.com

Boisdale presents ten evenings that will feature some of the best guitarists in the world today.  From gypsy jazz to world music, from rock'n'roll to blues, from classic  to contemporary  - everything from the music of Jimi Hendrix to Django Reinhardt, the music of B.B. King to Wes Montgomery - a fantastic menu of guitar styles in London's most beautiful music room.

May 9  Jazz FM Discovery Show presents, TG Collective:  A unique ensemble presenting an intriguing mix of gypsy jazz, flamenco and contemporary classical influences.

May 10  Howard Alden Quintet: One of the USA's greatest jazz guitarists

May 11  Are You Experienced?  Jimi Hendrix Tribute: Incredible Birmingham trio fronted by John Campbell who looks like Jimi, sings like Jimi and, amazingly, has all of Jimi's firepower on the guitar.  Not to be missed!

May 14 Nigel Price  Trio: Superlative guitarist heavily influenced by the great Wes Montgomery

May 15 Fapy Lafertin/Lolo Meier Quintet: Fapy Lafertin is the greatest gypsy guitarist in the world today.  We are thrilled to have been able to book this stunning player alongside the legendary Lolo Meier and dazzling violinist Tcha Limberger

May 16 Jazz FM Discovery Show presents:    Lee Jones  "...an excellent composer and one heck of a guitarist..." Larry Coryell

May 17 Geoff Haves Band:   Boisdale regular fronts his own band playing the best in blues, rock 'n' roll and old style r'n'b.

May 23 Jacopo Martini: Florentine guitarist who is one of the brightest stars on the Italian contemporary jazz scene.

May 24 Jim Mullen Trio: Scotland's greatest ever export on the guitar - thrilling, beautiful musicianship.

May 26 Otis Grand Blues Band:  "Otis Grand is Britain's shining blues star."  CNN.

To book please CLICK HERE
 

CITY AM dinner for UK Youth celebrates the return of Motorexpo

Legendary Formula One champion Nigel Mansell CBE and His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent will be combining their formidable forces to host the CITY AM for UK YOUTH dinner and auction at Boisdale of Canary Wharf; in celebration of the opening of the 2012 Canary Wharf London Motorexpo, which runs from Monday 11th to Sunday 17th June.

Guests will be treated to a champagne Perrier-Jouët & canapé reception and a sumptuous three-course dinner, created for the occasion by the Michelin trained executive head chef Andy Rose and complemented by delectable and renowned wines from Justerini & Brooks.

Motorexpo is the UK’s biggest free to visit motor show. Visitors to the 2012 event will enjoy unrivalled access to vehicles from many of the world’s leading manufacturers with exclusive opportunities to get behind the wheel and experience them. UK Youth is the official charity partner of Motorexpo and monies raised from the dinner and auction will go to support the charity’s innovative youth development work that reaches over 750,000 young people in the UK each year.

This prestigious evening will take place on Monday 11th June at Boisdale of Canary Wharf. The champagne reception will commence at 6pm with dinner served for 7.30pm. Tickets cost just £195

For more information or to purchase tickets to this unique event please contact Anne Collins on 01425 672347 ext 452 or email anne.c@ukyouth.org

TUESDAY 13 MARCH 2012

David Redfern will host an exhibition of his work in association with Bang & Olufsen television and audio systems.  A champagne and Scottish seafood reception to the sounds of the greatest musicians of our time heard through the sound system created by the world’s most exclusive manufacturer of audio-visual equipment – Bang & Olufsen

Strictly by personal invitation from David Redfern and Bang & Olufsen.

ABOUT DAVID REDFERN
David Redfern’s career began in the twilight jazz clubs of 1960s London when he first published photos featuring Kenny Ball, Chris Barber and George Melly. Later came TV work where he made many of his now classic shots of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Dusty Springfield, shortly followed by nights spent at the 100 Club, Ronnie Scott's or the Marquee, where he captured on film all the jazz greats from Miles Davis to Ella Fitzgerald. These pictures were to contribute to what is now the most comprehensive jazz photography collection in Europe. To break into the commercial world by chasing the big American names, David became a regular visitor to the jazz festivals in Newport, Antibes and Montreux, and the big rock festivals, photographing such greats as Hendrix and Dylan. September 1995 saw the launch of a series of 10 jazz postage stamps by the US post office in which three of David's images were used: Louis Armstrong, Thelonious Monk & Coleman Hawkins. The inclusion of the Louis Armstrong image was a result of some 38,000 signatures collected from 65 countries over 8 years, and had a special launch in New Orleans, the birthplace of Louis Armstrong. As a point of interest the picture of Louis Armstrong was taken by David in New York in 1967, on his first visit to the US.

Whisky Live London – Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th March 2012

Whisky Live London is the world's premier whisky tasting experience held at the stunning Honourable Artillery Company, the historic 18th century mansion set in a six acre garden just a stone’s throw from Moorgate in the heart of the City of London. With more than 100 leading whisky brands presented by distillers from around the world, the launch of Cocktails Live, fine dining, masterclasses and food and whisky pairings, Whisky Live London is one of the highlights of the year.

Boisdale have a very limited number of free complimentary tickets for Boisdale Jazz & Cigar Club members for Friday 23rd of March.  Please email alexandria@boisdale.co.uk to enquire about availability.

For more information or to purchase tickets please visit http://www.whiskylive.com/england/39/london-2012

The First Event of Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Celebrations
Friday 1 & Saturday 2 June

The only other British monarch to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee was Queen Victoria in 1897. This is undoubtedly one of the most important racing days of all time and certainly for those who cherish our Queen, a poignant day to celebrate a life dedicated to her country and people, and reflect upon the joys and challenges that her reign has seen over the last 60 years. Perhaps one of the Queen’s greatest pleasures in life continues to be her dedication to racing. More than 200,000 race goers are expected to attend the Investec Derby Festival this year and global television audiences of over 1 billion are anticipated. We hope to see the return of the Queen’s horse Carlton House in The Investec Coronation Cup. If Carlton House were to win the Queen would be absolutely delighted and nearly a quarter of the world’s population would be celebrating with her… We’ll have to wait and see!

The most prestigious enclosure available throughout the Festival will be the Boisdale Enclosure, located next to the Queen’s Stand on The Prince’s Lawn. Part of Epsom’s Premier Enclosure, the Boisdale Enclosure badge will entitle you to access both the Queen’s Stand and Grandstand Enclosures should you wish. The Prince’s Lawn is situated on the finishing line between the Queen’s Stand and the Owners and Trainers Prince’s Stand. Lunch will be served inside the pavilion in which giant flat screen televisions will show all the racing. The Boisdale Enclosure extends all the way to the rails. Quite simply, there is not a better position from which to observe some of the finest quality thoroughbred horseracing in the world. The dress code will be suits on Investec Ladies Day and formal top hat and tails on Investec Derby Day.

The Boisdale exclusive facility will include a magnificent Whisky & Cigar Bar and an all-day complimentary Oyster & Champagne Bar. At the caviar reception Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill 2002 champagne will be served. As the Queen arrives on Investec Derby Day a toast will be proposed with Chivas Royal Salute 25 year old whisky. The lunch will include Scottish lobster and the very finest dry aged Aberdeen Angus fillet of beef accompanied by exceptional white Burgundy and Claret. Traditional tea will be served with Boisdale Vintage 2005 Rosé Champagne. Betting facilities will be located within the Boisdale Enclosure, so there will be no reason to leave! After the races the party will continue with more Champagne and cocktails and truly the ultimate Frank Sinatra tribute from Stephen Triffitt and his big band.

As a very special leaving present to commemorate the day, guests will receive a Fortnum & Mason’s Hamper. Boisdale Jazz & Cigar Club members and friends have the opportunity to register interest, with no obligation, to purchase badges for The Boisdale Enclosure one week ahead of their being made available to the global market. There are 180 places available per day.

Friday 1 June 2012 - Investec Ladies Day – £675 +VAT
Saturday 2 June 2012 - Investec Derby Day – £750 +VAT

The ticket includes:

Queen’s Stand entry badge & ticket (dress code applies)
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Valet car parking provided
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Boisdale private terrace overlooking finish line
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Jazz on arrival
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All day Oyster & Champagne bar
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Caviar & Pol Roger Winston Churchill 2002 Champagne reception
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A toast with Chivas Royal Salute 25 year old
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Boisdale sumptuous 3-course lunch
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Selection of cheeses, available throughout the afternoon
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Unlimited drinks of Boisdale selected wines, beer and soft drinks
(until ½ hour after the last race)
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Full afternoon tea served with Boisdale vintage 2005 Rosé Champagne
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Live jazz playing after racing
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Cigar sommelier in suite
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Whisky and Cigar Bar - on a cash basis
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Betting facilities, racecards & racing papers
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Private tables of 10 are available, smaller groups will be accommodated on shared tables with other guests

For more information or to book the limited spaces call the hospitality team on 01372 460 460 or email epsom.hospitality@thejockeyclub.co.uk

Calling all budding Eric Claptons on Tuesday December 6th!

Boisdale of Canary Wharf is delighted to announce the second Gibson City Blues Jam in association with Stratstone of Mayfair Aston Martin and Gibson  Custom.  To be held on Tuesday December 6th. This exciting music event will see Boisdale customers and would-be Keith Richards take to the stage for a jam session on a Gibson Custom guitar with the Pacifico Blues, Gibson City Blues Jam’s house band.

This fantastic new series of jam nights is part of the Boisdale restaurant group’s commitment to live music. Here is a ‘money can’t buy’ opportunity for the true fan to live the dream and play in a band before a live audience at a world-class venue. Who knows, they might even be discovered.

Guests can join the house band to jam to a track of their own choice be it on guitar, bass, drums, keys or vocals. Pacifico Blues will support and improvise incorporating the participant’s style and musical ability. All those who wish to perform must have a reservation to eat at Boisdale on the night, be it for a classic burger, one of the restaurant’s set menus or a selection à la carte. Guests are asked to specify their intention to play when they make their reservation. The event commences at 8.30pm.

Pacifico Blues is a contemporary London Blues outfit featuring musicians from the internationally renowned All Stars Collective – the session musicians who, in their day jobs, play with the world’s most celebrated music artists.

Gibson City Blues Jam celebrates the Blues, Rock ‘n’ Roll and above all, a great night out. A selection of new Gibson Custom guitars will be available for purchase on the night. For further information about Gibson Custom, please visit www.gibson.com

There will also be a chance to win some fantastic Christmas prizes courtesy of Stratstone of Mayfair Aston Martin and Gibson Custom.

For more information on Stratstone of Mayfair Aston Martin please see link below.

http://www.stratstone.com/dealers/aston-martin-dealer-london-391.html

Book early to avoid dissapointment!

To make a reservation to dine at Boisdale of Canary Wharf and play at the Gibson City Blues Jam, please call the restaurant on 0207 715 5818