Thursday, 5 June 2014

Q - Secret Restaurant on the Roof

A new pop-up summer restaurant called Q has opened on the roof of Selfridges.  
I am wearing a Michael Kors dress, and a Missoni scarf; glasses by Marc Jacobs

Designed to look like a Victorian conservatory hidden in a secret garden, it resembled a barn to me rather than an elegant greenhouse.  I visited yesterday when the rain-soaked, steel- coloured  sky seemed to be hanging low, just above our heads. The retractable roof was firmly in place, making the space look rather restricted and a bit claustrophobic. The interior is narrow, as a vast space is taken by a long bar, and counter dining area.
A pet project of Des McDonald who previously ran Caring’s Caprice Holdings — owner of The Ivy, J Sheekey and Scott’s — Q`s menu looks promising, especially light breakfasts, and summer-deserts packed with the latest It ingredients.
There is also a small-ish terrace open to the weather elements - I took the photo when it was raining. Views are only restricted to the rooftops of Mayfair, and the most `exciting` landmark is a flag on top of the American embassy. They assured me however that in a good weather you can see the Shard, to the East.
There is a dedicated lift - operated by a fabulous-looking PR girl - that will take you from the ground floor (it stops by Chanel fragrances` counter) to the rooftop.
The Q is part of the annual project called `On The Roof with….` and I will need to come back when it is sunny to see the venue in its full glory.  

 

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