This is the dinner everyone will wish they had attended!

Take a spellbinding step into the extraordinary as Chef Alain Roux welcomes culinary royalty to his kitchen.  Chef Clare Smyth MBE, the only British female chef to be awarded Three Michelin Stars, will cook side-by-side with Chef Alain as they create a luxurious six-course menu.  Chef Alain also welcomes acclaimed pastry chef Vincent Guerlais, President – Relais Desserts International, who will create the evening’s showstopper dessert.

Witness the phenomenal impact these chefs continue to make on the world of gastronomy as The Waterside Inn celebrates four unbroken decades of Three Michelin Stars.  A magical night of indulgence and fundraising awaits – expect passion, artistry, camaraderie, much joy and memories that last long after the Carriages.

£1,400.00 per person, including a discretionary £400 charity donation, split between Adopt A School and Contact.

To make a booking please contact our Reservations team by email reservations@waterside-inn.co.uk or calling 01628 620691

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime event on Thursday 25th September 2025 as we continue to celebrate 40 years of Three MICHELIN Stars. A spectacular evening of fine dining awaits as Chef Alain Roux welcomes his friends – Michel & César Troisgros to cook a unique six-course menu with him at The Waterside Inn. Third and fourth generation respectively, Chefs Michel & César Troisgros join us from France’s most iconic gastronomic family. With unparalleled longevity, Troisgros has held Three MICHELIN Stars for an incredible 57 years. This one-off event also welcomes guest pâtissier-chocolatier chef, David Paganel from Geneva who will create the exquisite dessert. David brings the ‘family’ story of the evening full circle as he trained under Michel Roux OBE at The Waterside Inn in 1986!

From the Roux dynasty, to the Troisgros dynasty – this is your chance to experience family legacy at its finest. Along with the passion, excellence and world-leading hospitality that define us, this event will also raise funds for charities close to our hearts. We can’t wait for you to be part of the magic, the joy and the unforgettable memories.

£1,400.00 per person

Inclusive of a discretionary £400 charity donation, shared equally with Friends-International and Swan Lifeline UK.

Places are limited to first come, first served. Book now [email protected]

Photo Credit: Felix Ledru

Alain Roux & Heston Blumenthal

On 15^th May 2025, for one night only, Alain Roux comes together with his friend and neighbour, Heston Blumenthal, to create an extraordinary moment in Michelin history.  Hosting a unique Celebratory Dinner, this once-in-a-lifetime joint event celebrates The Waterside Inn’s incredible 40 years of Three Michelin Stars as well as 30 groundbreaking years since The Fat Duck launched.   Held at The Waterside Inn, the glittering evening will showcase the iconic dishes, finest Champagne, Grands Crus Classés wines and world-class hospitality that epitomise these two iconic family-owned restaurants in Bray.  Alain will also welcome his special guest chef who will create the exceptional dessert – Jeff Oberweis, one of the world’s leading master pâtissiers and Royal Warrant holder to the Luxembourg Royal Family.

Fifty percent of ticket sales will be donated equally to charities close to each chef’s heart – Pulmonary Fibrosis Trust – of which Alain is Patron, and Bipolar UK – of which Heston is an Ambassador.

One of the hottest culinary tickets of 2025, we are truly overwhelmed by the support of our dearest guests, as tickets sold out during pre-release.  To join the waiting list, please email: [email protected]

We were delighted to welcome ’50 Best’ to The Waterside Inn recently where Alain Roux was joined by his cousin, Michel Roux Jnr, to discuss how they have continued the legacy of their fathers. A fascinating read, the feature charts Michel and Albert Roux’s humble French beginnings, to how they changed the face of fine dining in Britain. Detailing the success of both generations, their commitment to family, unerring work ethic and an undying loyalty to what their fathers created – grab a coffee and enjoy this entertaining read.

Our thanks too to Cass Farrar for the beautiful write-up. https://bit.ly/4f0sd3F

For a unique and unforgettable experience, this is your chance to get up close and personal with one of the world’s leading patisserie chefs as Alain Roux shares his expertise and passion for pastry with you in an unmissable Pastry Masterclass.  Taking place at the Alain Roux Culinary School on Saturday 7^th September 2024, this a rare, one-of-a-kind opportunity to witness the ultimate in pastry excellence as you learn how to master the meticulous art of both savoury and sweet pastry.  As well as being immersed in the highest standards of French patisserie, expect a fun and truly memorable day which includes a behind the scenes tour of The Waterside Inn’s industrious chefs at work in its main kitchen and a delicious two course lunch in the main dining room overlooking the beautiful River Thames.  What a day!

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