Round dining tables elegantly arranged in the Great Hall at Queen's House, Greenwich, featuring floral centrepieces, silver table settings, and gold chairs against the venue's iconic black-and-white geometric marble floor.

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A Celebratory Anniversary Lunch at Queen's House

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A Celebratory Lunch at Queen's House

The historic Queen's House in Greenwich provided an elegant setting for a special anniversary celebration, bringing together 80 guests for an afternoon of exceptional food, thoughtful hospitality, and memorable moments. Blending heritage surroundings with a carefully curated menu, the event showcased Rhubarb's ability to create refined experiences in some of London's most iconic venues.

Waitress holding a plate of canapes in the hall of the Queens House Greenwich

Guests gather outside the historic Queen's House in Greenwich during a Rhubarb anniversary lunch, viewed through grand open doors overlooking the lawns of Greenwich Park.

A Warm Welcome in The Orangery

Guests gathered in The Orangery for a canapé reception, where they enjoyed a selection of seasonal bites, having the opportunity to mingle before being invited into the Great Hall for lunch. The canapé menu featured smoked salmon cheesecake with golden beetroot and caviar, Cornish crab cake with curry leaf emulsion and seaweed, Rhubarb's fried chicken with black garlic and rosemary salt, and Black Bomber cheese doughnuts with mushroom and truffle purée. Vegetarian and vegan guests were equally catered for, with dishes including Asian vegetable rice paper rolls and Parmesan sablé dodgers.

Elegant banquet table set for an anniversary lunch at Queen's House, featuring silver-rimmed glassware, floral centrepieces, personalised place settings, and refined tableware in the Great Hall.

A Seasonal Three-Course Menu

Guests were called through to the Great Hall for lunch. The first course featured Forman's cured beetroot salmon, accompanied by smoked salmon pâté, heritage golden beetroot, mustard mayonnaise, and watercress. Served with Rhubarb's house-baked breads and salted Jersey butter, the dish offered a fresh and elegant start to the meal.

For the main course, guests enjoyed Cornish hen served with tarragon and spinach purée, torched sweetcorn, ornamental kale, and a crisp potato rösti.

To conclude, guests were served an Apple & Miso Mille Feuille featuring caramelised Granny Smith apple, feuillitine, miso caramel, and Tahitian vanilla ice cream. The dessert delivered a balance of sweetness, texture, and complexity, providing a memorable finale to the meal.

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A server presents Rhubarb's Apple & Miso Mille Feuille dessert, featuring caramelised Granny Smith apple, miso caramel, and Tahitian vanilla ice cream at an anniversary lunch at Queen's House, Greenwich.

Guests gather for a drinks reception outside Queen's House in Greenwich, enjoying the spring sunshine against the backdrop of the historic Palladian architecture and landscaped grounds.

Historic Surroundings and Memorable Moments

Set against the backdrop of one of Greenwich's most celebrated landmarks, the event combined elegant dining with the timeless character of Queen's House. From the canapé reception in The Orangery to lunch in the Great Hall, each detail contributed to a warm and sophisticated afternoon filled with memorable moments with loved ones enjoying exceptional hospitality.

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