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For those occasions when impressing is what's required, The Greenhouse will come up trumps
BEN MCCORMACK, TELEGRAPH LUXURY

Private Dining

The Greenhouse’s Private Dining Room, available for up to twelve people, offers guests the chance to dine in luxury around a beautiful circular table, in a room by interior designers Virgile & Stone. The room is available Tuesday to Friday, both for lunch and for dinner, and on Saturday evenings.

the team

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Alex Dilling | Executive Chef

Born in London but raised in America, Alex’s culinary journey started when he worked for the master of French gastronomy, Alain Ducasse, under the direction of Didier Elena and Tony Esnault at Adour in New York. During his time, the Manhattan destination received two Michelin stars. In 2012, Alex built upon his knowledge and skills as Chef de Cuisine at New York ‘hidden gem’, Caviar Russe, earning a Michelin star in 2013, a clear highlight and defining moment in his career.

Moving back to London Alex found himself at Hélène Darroze at The Connaught where he most recently led the team as Executive Corporate Chef, helping maintain the London restaurant’s two Michelin stars, as well as overseeing the Paris site and global events in Japan, Mexico and New York.

Alex’s ingredient-led approach to cooking he feels is genetic; having enjoyed his mother’s exceptional home cooked fayre as a child and spending time with his talented grandfather. Together they would scour the markets of San Francisco in search of seasonal ingredients, preparing them to perfection and ensuring their most dominant tastes were respected, served, shared and enjoyed.

Alex strives to be as meticulous and precise as possible which has become ingrained in his style today, apparent through the execution of his menu for The Greenhouse. Alex took control of the kitchen at The Greenhouse in August 2018, once the favourite London restaurant of his very own grandfather.

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Neil Mendoza | General Manager

Neil started his hospitality career at the young age of 12. After being inspired by his father who was a chef, he decided to follow the same path. He studied a Food Technology Course and progressed to an NVQ in Catering & Hospitality at Harrogate College.

During his studies, Neil worked alongside his father part time at his workplace in numerous departments from kitchen porter to housekeeping and reception. Despite his desires to become a chef, Neil found his niche within the front of house and this soon became his passion, creating memorable experiences for those who fell in his path.

Neil’s first Michelin experience began shortly after, with Marcus Wareing at his flagship restaurant, Marcus Wareing at The Berkeley. He soon found himself becoming a key member of the core team, as Junior Assistant Restaurant Manager before moving, a few years later, to The Gilbert Scott Restaurant to take on his first role as a Restaurant Manager.

After this experience, Neil moved on to work with Jason Atherton at Pollen Street Social and Social Eating House before moving on to join the team at the renowned Hide Restaurant by Ollie Dabbous as Deputy General Manager.

In 2019, Neil joined The Greenhouse as General Manager. Bringing with him his experience and knowledge, Neil has become a key member of The Greenhouse family and greatly looks forward to his future within the company.

About

The restaurant is approached through a serene landscaped garden decorated with stone artworks by British sculptor Emily Young. Elements of the garden are carried into the restaurant with specially commissioned miniature sculptures on each table, as well as in the use of natural materials such as slate, marble and wood, offset inside by the fresh green colour palette.

Since 2004, the restaurant has held onto its Michelin star status, and continues to win the praise of food critics, gourmets and wine lovers alike. The Greenhouse remains the pinnacle of excellence and offers the very best in food and wine to its discerning and loyal clientele.

With such a focus on quality, it is little wonder The Greenhouse holds two Michelin stars and rivals its competitors as one of London’s finest dining experiences.