1. UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS
BY
THE HOUSE OF GASTROPHONIC
AT
THE MAGAZINE, LONDON
A SENSORY KALEIDOSCOPE OF EXQUISTELY PAIRED COCKTAILS, CANAPÉS, MUSIC & COLOUR

2. GASTROPHONIC HEAR : TASTE : SEE : SENSE
The House of Gastrophonic, Kofler & Kompanie and Event Concept present
UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS, the Young British Foodie award winning
sensory-immersive cocktail and canapé experience, hosted exclusively
at the magnificent Magazine restaurant in London’s Kensington Gardens.
UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS at The Magazine thrills all the senses in an exquisite
fusion of perfectly paired food, drink, music and colour: a true synaesthesia orchestrated
with four distinct serves using sound and light frequencies to echo and enrich the flavour
profiles of the perfectly paired canapés and cocktails.

3. GASTROPHONIC HEAR : TASTE : SEE : SENSE
T H E H O U S E O F G A S T R O P H O N I C P R E S E N T S U N E X P E C T E D C O N N E C T I O N S
Recent research reveals that our senses are more interconnected than previously thought with sound
and colour are now known to enhance our perception, understanding and enjoyment of flavour.
This interconnectedness between naturally occurring flavours and corresponding sound and light
frequencies is explored in UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS, a unique 4-way pairing of exquisite food,
drinks, music and light.
Harmonising & contemporary soundscapes are bought to life with dynamic lighting that accompanies each course,
evoking changing moods and sensations throughout the experience. From the deep, atmospheric red lighting and
low sonic frequencies that resonate with strong, rich and earthy flavours through to the shimmering high notes, rising
crescendos and vibrant violet lighting that bring sweet flavour notes alive, UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS is a
sensory kaleidoscope embracing the full spectrum of taste, sound and colour frequencies.
True artistryJosé Sanchez. CEO of TEDMED

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T H E H O U S E O F G A S T R O P H O N I C P R E S E N T S U N E X P E C T E D C O N N E C T I O N S
UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS is hosted exclusively at The Magazine restaurant in
the unique surroundings of the Serpentine Sackler Gallery in Kensington Gardens.
This impressive space is the London flagship venue for Kofler & Kompanie, the food architects behind the
worldwide ‘Pret A Diner’ concept. Magazine is the late Zaha Hadid’s first permanent project in central London.
As the first female recipient of the RIBA gold medal award for architecture in 2016, Zaha Hadid’s contribution
to world architecture is unparalleled. The Magazine features a flowing roofline with soaring columns, arches
and stunning glass walls to create an exciting, inspiring, yet serene space uniting food, art and design
and providing the perfect environment for UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS.
The Magazine is the perfect space to
experience ‘Unexpected Connections’
David Crompton, House of Gastrophonic

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The Magazine’s Head Chef Emmanuel Eger (Dorchester Grill, Restarant Die Leiter) and Sous Chef Felix Weber (Alain Ducasse
at The Plaza Athénée, Sketch, Pollen Street Social) show their deep love and understanding of contemporary European cuisine
in creating a seasonal canapé menu for each course of UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS. The bold, well-balanced flavours allow
the quality of their local ingredients to shine through. The accompanying cocktails are stars in their own right. Inspired by world-class
mixology and expertly interpreted by the bar team at The Magazine, the finest premium spirits, the freshest fruit and hand-crafted
syrups and tinctures blended into beautifully balanced drinks that meticulously match the exquisite canapés.
With exclusive lighting design from leading London based event design & production company Event Concept, each
course combines their signature Concept 6SD with moving light fixtures to immerse guests in each dining chapter of the
UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS experience. The dynamic lighting design complements the stunning architecture,
transforming the environment and enhancing the canapés, cocktails and musical ambience.
T H E H O U S E O F G A S T R O P H O N I C P R E S E N T S U N E X P E C T E D C O N N E C T I O N S
Felix Weber, Sous Chef, The Magazine restaurant
I love the idea of creating a programme
of menus with a colour and music theme

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UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS is for innovators.
A perfect event for networking, celebrating or showcasing; impressing visiting VIPs, food fanatics, cocktail
connoisseurs, design aficionados, urban explorers, cultural enthusiasts, music lovers and people connectors alike.
The House of Gastrophonic, Kofler & Kompanie and Event Concept invite you to come and enjoy an unexpected
evening of sensory immersion, sensational cuisine, delightful drinks and stunning architecture, making unique
connections in the heart of London.
T H E H O U S E O F G A S T R O P H O N I C P R E S E N T S U N E X P E C T E D C O N N E C T I O N S
We wanted to create a
unique event celebrating
this amazing building
Emmanuel Eger, Head Chef, The Magazine restaurant

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SAMPLE MENU
T H E H O U S E O F G A S T R O P H O N I C P R E S E N T S U N E X P E C T E D C O N N E C T I O N S
FIRST SERVE
crunch
THE KEY OF C MAJOR IN GREEN
‘Crunch’ is tuned to the human body’s
resonant frequencies and opens the ears
and sharpens the senses with mid-range
flavour notes paired with corresponding
visual and sonic frequencies and rhythmic
tempos from where the ‘UNEXPECTED
CONNECTIONS’ journey begins.
Green Shiso, Granny Smith Apple
and Shanso Pepper
Avocado, Crispy Yoghurt and Hoary Basil
Cucumber, Dill and Ocean Herbs
Paired with a Jasmine Tea Margarita with
quince foam and pomegranate seeds
SECOND SERVE
smoke
DEEP RYTHMS IN RED
‘Smoke’ takes us to a deep atmosphere
where strong, rich and earthy flavours
combine with low sub-bass sonic frequencies,
rasping brass and warm, wooden marimba
patterns and deep red lighting bordering
on infra-red creating a complex and
substantive course.
Smoked Dry Aged Beef Tartare,
Truffle and Raspberry
Scottish Roe Deer, Hendricks Gin
and Blackcurrant
Smoked Mackerel, Cucumber and
Cottage Cheese
Paired with a Beetroot Daiquiri with
espresso and red wine
THIRD SERVE
salt
STACCATO MELODIES IN GOLD
‘Salt’ is an essential ingredient of life and
a natural mood elevating substance brining
a clean, pure and fresh atmosphere. Jazzy
finger clicks give way to a celebratory
mariachi accordion and flamenco influenced
soundtrack with golden and yellow lighting
reflecting the elevated mood.
Sea Bass Ceviche, Pineapple and Lime Salt
Young Goats Curd, Golden Raisins and Mint
Dorset Crab, Mango and Macadamia
Paired with a Pineapple and Mint Julep
with barley miso
FOURTH SERVE
citrus
AMBIENT CRESCENDOS IN INDIGO
‘Citrus’ explores the delicate balance between
the high notes of citrus and sweetness. High
bright flavour notes pair with sparkling cymbals
and tinkling bells with cascading tabla patterns
touch on the highest audible frequencies with
purples and indigos at the highest part of the visible
spectrum just before light becomes ultra violet.
Pomelo, Fromage Blanc and Lemon Balm
Tahitian Vanilla, Amalfi Lemon and Almond
Yuzu, Pistachio and Meringue
Paired with a Herbaceous Lemon Fizz
of lemon infused vodka, dessert wine
and prosecco
UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS

8. CONTACT
David Crompton
T: +44 (0)20 7503 3838
M: +44 (0)78 8766 1488
E: info@gastrophonic.com
W: gastrophonic.com
AT
Available exclusively at The Magazine for parties of 100 to 200 people.
UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS