5th May 2011 - 00:00
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Contract catering specialist Elior UK has just launched a wine bar underneath landmark insurance site Lloyd's of London, in the heart of the City's Square Mile.
The new site, called One Under Lime, is expected to boost Elior's annual turnover by an estimated £1m.
The wine list has been compiled by the co-founder of Hotel du Vin, Gerard Basset who was crowned the World's Best Sommelier in 2010.
Since its takeover from Corney & Barrow, the venue has undergone a complete overhaul with the installation of a new bar, fittings and kitchen. Ian Crabtree, city operations director, Elior UK said: "We wanted to create a sleek, contemporary new look inspired by the iconic status of the building which it is situated below. "Everything in the bar from its design to the wine and food offering and the premium levels of service, have been created with the aim of being able to deliver the very best customer experience." The bar, which is open to the public as well as the employees of Lloyds, can accommodate up to 120 guests. It also houses the only terrace and patio area in Leadenhall Market. Elior executive chef Hayden Groves has developed a new food offer for the bar inspired by modern British classics. Dishes include home-made Scotch eggs, hand-carved ham and duck eggs, Welsh rarebit and shepherd's pie made with braised-shoulder of lamb.
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