20 August 2008

Angela’s Bashes

Murano Restaurant Opens

When it comes to doing things for themselves, most women aren’t shy to burn a bra or two.

Even if it involves slaving over a hot stove.

Lend support to female dynamo Angela Hartnett (ex head chef, Connaught Hotel), who opens Murano in Mayfair tomorrow. The resto is the next in Gordon Ramsay’s powerful lineup, and it looks set to be a hit from day one.

Expect dishes like Cromer crab tortellini with spring onion, chilli and Amalfi lemon; or roast pigeon with pickled beetroot and semolina gnocchi. The power-hungry will prefer to sample the chef’s tasting menu at the raised private dining table.

Rumour has it that with Murano, Hartnett could well pick up a Michelin star.

This woman’s place is definitely in the kitchen.

Murano, 20-22 Queen Street, W1J 5PR (020 7592 1222 or gordonramsay.com).