STARTERS
Photography: © Alexis Stavrides
Jin Bo Law Skybar Dorsett City London
Hong Kong-based hotel group Dorsett Hospitality International has
natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows in the daytime, and a mix
brought a taste of Asia to central London with Jin Bo Law Skybar. The
of contemporary and Asian-style lighting at night.
new destination rooftop bar is located on the 14th floor of the 267-room
Head Bartender Davide Valvano, working together with F&B Manager
Dorsett City London near Tower Bridge and boasts an outdoor terrace with
Vladimir Kudojar, presides over a cocktail menu that carefully balances
spectacular views over landmarks such as The Gherkin, The Walkie-Talkie
sweet, savoury and sour flavours throughout. The Asian inspiration is writ
and The Shard.
large in concoctions such as Pickled Tink (soju, kummel, lime juice, pickled
Using the original McBains Cooper design, Dexter Moren Associates was
ginger, peach brandy, raspberry and ginger ale) and Spice to Mead You
responsible for replanning the hotel’s interior layout, and subsequently
(gin, quince liqueur, five-spiced honey mead, lemon, ice rock and Chinese
went about securing planning permission for the rooftop extension. The
cherry apple). Visitors can also choose from a range of wines, spirits,
interior design scheme, by Artichaut, is dominated by a beautiful latticed
liqueurs and an international beer selection that includes Hitachino Nest
golden pineapple design that sweeps over the bar – a tropical motif
White Ale, Flying Dog Easy IPA, Coopers Pale Ale and Lucky Buddha Beer.
recurring throughout the venue – while vibrant colours are also evident
Dorsett City London is the hotel group’s second property in the UK
in the yellow bar stools, green banquettes and red sofas. At the other end
following the opening of a Chinese-inspired 317-key hotel at Shepherd’s
of the colour spectrum, grey marble floors and deep-brown tables provide
Bush in 2014.
a welcome note of contrast, as does the stylish wallpaper showcasing a repeating pattern of exotic insect shapes. The space is brought to life by
www.jinbolaw.co.uk
IN A BITE Covers: 66 (seated), 150 (standing) • Owner: Far East Consortium • Operator: Dorsett Hospitality International • Architecture: Dexter Moren Associates • Interior Design: Artichaut • Main Contractor: Willmott Dixon • F&B Consultant: Gareth Evans • F&B Manager: Vladimir Kudojar • Head Bartender: Davide Valvanoger • Glassware: Chef & Sommelier, Arcoroc • Catering Equipment: Jura 044