Low FODMAP at Dinner by Heston Blumenthal - Fine Dining Guide
Navigate low FODMAP dining at Dinner by Heston Blumenthal in London. Tips for this two-Michelin-star British historical restaurant.
✓ Safe Items to Order
| Item | Notes | Modifications |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled or Roasted Proteins | Historically-inspired meat and fish dishes | Ask for no garlic, onion, or high-FODMAP seasonings |
| Simply Prepared Vegetables | Period-appropriate vegetables | Request low-FODMAP vegetables only |
| Plain Starches | Rice, potatoes | Request without cream or butter if lactose-sensitive |
| Herb-Infused Preparations | Historical recipes often used herbs | Many historical preparations can be adapted |
✗ Items to Avoid
- • Garlic-based sauces and preparations
- • Onion, shallot, or leek preparations
- • Cream-based sauces (unless lactose-free)
- • Dishes with beans, lentils, or chickpeas
- • Fruit-based reductions with apple, pear, or mango
- • The famous Meat Fruit (contains chicken liver)
Example Orders
A La Carte Approach
- ✓ Contact restaurant 48+ hours in advance
- ✓ Discuss which historical dishes can be adapted
- ✓ Some signature items may not be modifiable
Tip: Historical recipes have specific ingredient requirements
About Dinner by Heston Blumenthal
Dinner by Heston Blumenthal is a two-Michelin-star restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, offering historically-inspired British cuisine. Each dish is inspired by recipes from British culinary history, dated on the menu.
Quick Summary
Best approach: Contact the restaurant 48-72 hours in advance. Some signature dishes are historically accurate and may be difficult to modify.
Key consideration: Historical recipes sometimes relied less on garlic and onion than modern cooking, which may work in your favor.
This guide provides general FODMAP guidance for fine dining. Menu items change seasonally. Always confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant.