Mandarin Oriental Mayfair has opened the doors to Dosa, a restaurant that gives Londoners the chance to discover Korean cuisine at the highest level of artistry.
This is the latest offering from acclaimed Michelin- starred chef Akira Back, whose name lies behind a global brand of restaurants and bars that present exceptional culinary experiences in beautiful surroundings.
Immerse yourself in Dosa's intimate setting
Dosa is a restaurant concept which Korean born Chef Back first started in Seoul. A tasting menu is served at a chef’s table where guests are taken on a gastronomic journey to explore outstanding Korean food, The concept is named ‘Dosa’ after the Korean word for ‘expert’ and diners witness skilled chefs using traditional techniques to prepare a variety of dishes that showcase the range and depth of Korean flavours.
Executive Chef Jihun Kim stands at the helm of Dosa in London. Chef Kim is also originally from Korea and having met Akira Back years ago, the two chefs connected in a shared vision of creating something new in the world of fine dining for Korean cuisine. Chef Kim was instrumental in establishing the first Dosa restaurant in Seoul and he comments: 'After all of these years working with Chef Back, it is my honour to open Dosa in London and bring his vision to life for a dining experience that is unmatched.’ Chef Back is equally passionate and adds, ‘I am thrilled to have Chef Kim lead Dosa in London. His exceptional talent and passion for Korean cuisine perfectly aligns with our vision to create an extraordinary culinary experience.’
Executive Chef Jihun Kim
This immersive experience unfolds in a dramatic dining room with a soaring, vaulted, metal ceiling. The space is large but intimate, with up to 14 guests seated at a deep granite counter to enjoy an 8 course menu with expertly paired wines. The mineral tones and materials used in its angular design are bold and elemental and set a glamorous, futuristic scene. Think Gotham City with delicious Korean food.
The finest seasonal ingredients are used for an ever- changing menu that references the rich heritage and culture of Korea. Preserved and fermented food (such as kimchi) is a cornerstone of Korean cuisine, as is beef, and they are celebrated among exquisitely presented dishes that gracefully balance the traditional and the contemporary. ‘Mulhoe’, for instance, is a fisherman’s chilled soup from Pohang on the Korean peninsula, re-interpreted by expert hands to include wild pink seabream from Cornwall, and a wasabi sorbet.
‘Majangdong’, is another highlight; inspired by a district in Seoul known for its superior beef, this dish features three cuts of Korean beef, prepared in front of guests and served as two delicious dishes: Bibimbap (Korean beef tartare mixed with rice) and Bulgogi (fragrant marinated beef, grilled and sliced.)
Sweetcorn - a popular Korean street food, has been re-imagined as a sophisticated sweet course that arrives swathed in tendrils of dry ice. Each dish is offered with an enticing description of its background and ingredients - part of the elegant culinary theatre promised by an evening at Dosa.
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