Culture Food & Travel News & features

Sycamore launch Negroni tasting menu for “a journey through the flavours of Italy”

Sycamore launch Negroni tasting menu for “a journey through the flavours of Italy”
Avatar photo
Shot by Matthew Pull
Food & Travel Desk Shot by Matthew Pull

Sycamore Vino Cucina, Covent Garden’s new all-day Italian restaurant, have launched a Negroni Tasting Menu in partnership with Campari and Pretty Little London to mark Negroni Week 2021.  

Created by new chef Andrew Parkinson (Fifteen, Brasserie Zedel), guests can welcome in Autumn with the perfect pairing of small plates, secondi dishes and dolci alongside the extensive section of 13 eclectic varieties of one of the world’s greatest cocktails. Favourite pairings, which can be tried individually or as part of a Tutto (everything) tasting menu, include:

  • Giant Amalfi Olives, Citrus Zest (antipasti) with Orange Negroni (Vodka, Campari, Antica Formula) 
  • Zucca Tortelloni, Crispy Sage, Butter Broth, Crushed Amaretti (antipasti) with Rosemary Negroni (Rosemary Beefeater, Campari, Antica Formula) 
  • Spigola Agrodolce, Peppers, Taggiasca Olive (secondi) with White Negroni (Beefeater, Suze, Lillet Blanc)  
  • Pannacotta Gin & Tonic (dolce) with Negroni Sbagliato (Beefeater, Campari, Antica Formula, Prosecco) 

Additional options to sip and savour include Chocolate Negroni, a Beefeater, Campari and Grand Marnier mix with Antica Formula and Chocolate bitters; Cherry Negroni, the classic combination of Beefeater, Campari and Maraschino; and Dutch Count Negroni, a powerful blend of Old Simon Genever, Campari and Antica formula.

The Italian tone continues through to the bar with seating for guests to continue their exploration through the best of classic Italian mixology. Complementing the Negronis are Bellinis and Grappatinis, as well as signature cocktails including the eponymous Sycamore (gin, elderflower cordial, grapefruit bitters and prosecco), there’s a curated wine list championing small-scale producers from northern Italy including the regions of Piedmont, Lombardy and Tuscany.  

Over and above the food and drink, Sycamore is an urban, local hang-out with the sharing nature of the dishes creating an atmosphere that is informal and laid-back. Welcoming and bustling during the day, by night the buzz continues as live DJs and musical talent create a vibrant and welcoming social hub.

Sycamore is located within the lifestyle luxury hotel Middle Eight, whose name is derived from the musical term: an interlude that differs in character from a song’s melody and is used to inject variety through change. The hotel aims to emulate this, adding to the vibrant, bustling nature of Covent Garden with its luxurious and modern accommodation, while still retaining the heritage and character of the neighbourhood.

The editorial unit
Photos: Matthew Pull

To book a table at Sycamore, 66 Great Queen St London WC2B 5BX, call or visit their website here.

More in Food & Drinks

Luke Selby appointed chef partner at Palé Hall amid major developments

Food & Travel Desk

Fat Hippo launches SpongeBob-themed burger created with TikTok star ReefaTV to celebrate new movie release

Food & Travel Desk

Heliot Steakhouse launches half-price Argentinian steak offer for January dining boost

Food & Travel Desk

Via Emilia by Food Roots brings handmade pasta and Emilia Romagna flavours to Notting Hill with third London opening

Food & Travel Desk

London chefs team up for limited-edition plant-based taco for Veganuary

Food & Travel Desk

Michelin-starred chef Aktar Islam to bring Awadhi cuisine to London with new Borough restaurant

Food & Travel Desk

Italian chef Dara Klein to open Tiella Trattoria & Bar on Columbia Road next week

Food & Travel Desk

London Card Show expands for 2026 return to Sandown Park with new features and record numbers expected

Food & Travel Desk

Where to eat out for less: London’s best January set menus and dining deals for 2026

Food & Travel Desk