Each year, the event unites some of the UK’s top chefs to cook a fantastic bespoke meal for guests. This year’s chefs include seafood expert Rick Stein, Marcus Wareing (of Marcus and Tredwells), Raymond Blanc (of Le Manoir aux Qait' Saisons), Jacob Kenedy (of Bocca di Lupo & Gelupo) and José Pizarro (of José, Pizarro & José Pizarro Broadgate). The night will be hosted by acclaimed actor Hugh Bonneville.
Rick Stein's Red mullet stuffed with crab, olive oil and saffron sauce
Damien Hirst’s Art work on a napkin painted especially for this event Sold For: £10,500
Su-chef of José Pizarro Broadgate) preparing Prawn fritters with chilli
Robin Hutson, Raymond Blanc and Bill Knott
(of José, Pizarro & José Pizarro Broadgate) preparing Prawn fritters with chilli
Robin Hutson with guests during Champagne Taittinger reception
Canapés by José Pizarro Cinco Jotas 100% acorn-fed jamón ibérico, the finest ham in the world and mint Salted anchovies with tomato bread Aubergine omelette
Jake and Dinos Chapman the enfant terrible of the art world added their napkin to the event. Sold For: £6,000
Bill Knott The FT's Gannet, wine writer in The Oldie, recipe columnist for Restaurant Magazine, ambassador for Action Against Hunger. @KnottHungry
Jacob Kenedy's Porcini risotto
Fine Wine Auction & Dinner is hosted by 1 Lombard Street raised over 330,000 pounds
Hugh Bonneville with guests
Champagne Taittinger reception
(of Le Manoir aux Qait' Saisons) preparing the first course
Raymond Blanc's Celeriac, apple and watercress salad
Raymond Blanc adding finishing touches to his dish
HEAD CHEF
Juri embodies the heart and soul of the kitchen. He believes dishes at 1 Lombard Street
Marcus Wareing, Warm chocolate, salted caramel, rosemary
Angela Hartnett and Soren Jessen
Nothing left, till next year!