The Bessborough Restaurant is located on Level 2 of the triple decker marquee which is adjacent to the Royal Enclosure Garden.
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Piper Heidsieck Champagne and the Fairmont Diamond Jubilee
Cocktail Reception
Mise en Bouche
Mature Cheese Straws
Osaka Rice Crackers
Starter
Severn and Wye Cold Smoked and Lemon Caper Salmon
Brown Shrimp Rémoulade, Cucumber and Lemon Salsa
Main Course
Roast Fillet of Angus Beef with Foie Gras, Port and Red Wine Braised Shallots
Wild Mushroom Tortellini, Summer Vegetables and Bordelaise Sauce
Dessert
Bitter Chocolate and Seville Orange Ganache
Salt Caramel, Orange Marmalade and Cardamom Cream
Cheese
Thomas Hoe Aged Leicester, Tornegus, Quickes Vintage Cheddar and Blacksticks Blue
White Balsamic and Quince Jelly
Tomato and Chilli, Hazelnut and Pecan Artisan Biscuits
Freshly Brewed Fairtrade Medium Ground Coffee or Tea
“Diamond Truffle”
White Chocolate, Strawberry and Champagne
Afternoon Tea
Brought to you by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Menu designed by Michael Stenekas, Executive Sous Chef at The Savoy, A Fairmont Managed Hotel.
Selection of Sandwiches
Smoked Scottish Salmon with Mild Horseradish on Brown Bread
Presented by: Fairmont St. Andrews
Organic Egg and Shiso Cress Salad on White Bread
Presented by: Fairmont Peace Hotel - Shanghai
Hummus in Mini Pita Bread with Pomegranate
Presented by: Fairmont Dubai
Freshly Baked Mini Savoy Scone
with Cornish Clotted Cream and Strawberry Preserve
Presented by: The Savoy, A Fairmont Managed Hotel - London
Lemon Meringue Tart with Raspberry Jelly
Presented by: The Plaza, A Fairmont Managed Hotel - New York
Pistachio and Date Baklava
Presented by: Fairmont Bab Al Bahr - Abu Dhabi
Selection of Infused Teas
A day at Royal Ascot is very special and dressing accordingly is an important part of the experience. The dress code set out below is designed to help racegoers to dress appropriately for the occasion. Many hosts like to reflect the traditional and special values of Royal Ascot by asking their guests to comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code, although it is not compulsory for this restaurant.
You may also wish to view the Style Guides that have been created for the first time this year.
ROYAL ENCLOSURE - View Style Guide
Ladies
Ladies are kindly reminded that formal day wear is a requirement in the Royal Enclosure, defined as follows:
• Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as falling just above the knee or longer;
• Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater;
• Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code;
• Trouser suits are welcome. They should be of full length and of matching material and colour;
• Hats should be worn; a headpiece which has a base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat.
Ladies are kindly asked to note the following:
• Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti straps and dresses with a strap of less than one inch (2.5cm) are not permitted;
• Midriffs must be covered;
• Fascinators are no longer permitted in the Royal Enclosure; neither are headpieces which do not have a base covering a sufficient area of the head (4 inches / 10cm).
Gentlemen
Gentlemen are kindly reminded that it is a requirement to wear either black or grey morning dress which must include:
• A waistcoat and tie (no cravats); and
• A black or grey top hat; and
• Black shoes.
A gentleman may remove his top hat within a restaurant, a private box, a private club or that facility’s terrace, balcony or garden. Hats may also be removed within any enclosed external seating area within the Royal Enclosure Garden.
The customisation of top hats (with, for example, coloured ribbons or bands) is not permitted in the Royal Enclosure.
Children (admitted on Friday and Saturday only)
Girls (aged 10-16) should be dressed for a formal occasion. Smart summer dresses are suggested. Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be worn but are not compulsory.
Boys (aged 10-16) should either dress in accordance with the gentlemen’s dress code (as set out above); or alternatively may wear a dark-coloured lounge suit with a shirt and tie (whereupon no hat is required).
Overseas Visitors
Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal National Dress of their country or Service Dress.
Serving Military Personnel
Serving military personnel are welcome to wear Service Dress or equivalent.
GRANDSTAND ADMISSION - View Style Guide
Ladies
Ladies within the main Grandstand enclosure are encouraged to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion.
Ladies are kindly asked to take particular note of the following:
• A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times;
• Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not permitted;
• Trousers must be full length and worn with a top that adheres to the guidelines above (i.e. strapless or sheer strap tops are not permitted);
• Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Grandstand Admission dress code;
• Midriffs must be covered;
• Shorts are not permitted.
Gentlemen
Gentlemen are required to wear a suit with a shirt and tie.
Children
Girls (17 or under) should be dressed for a formal occasion. Smart summer dresses are suggested. Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be worn but are not compulsory.
Boys aged (13-17) should wear a suit or jacket with a shirt and a tie. Younger boys (12 or under) should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket or tie.
