09/10/2026
🏆 THE RITZ LIFTS COPA JEREZ UK 2026! 🇬🇧✨
On the 29th September 2026, the prestigious UK final took place at Orrery Restaurant in Marylebone, London, showcasing culinary theatre and pairing excellence at its finest.
Three stellar teams competed for the coveted title:
- The Ritz Restaurant (Chef Aaron Blais .blais & Sommelier Léonard Lievin .lievin ) 🏆
- Cord by Le Cordon Bleu (Chef Karl O’Dell .odell & Sommelier Jiachen Lu )
- Labombe by Trivet (Chef Higinio Machado & Sommelier Ben Cardwell )
A huge congratulations to The Ritz, whose winning three-course pairing menu captivated the judges:
• 🦪 Starter: “Flavours of Pintxos” – Orkney Scallop
Paired with: Manzanilla Gabriela, Bodegas Barrero
• 🕊️ Main: “The Ritz Cádiz” – Pigeon “À la Presse” with Petit Pois “A la España”
Paired with: Oloroso Don Nuño, Lustau
• 🍑 Dessert: “Peachy Cheesecake” – Peach, Almond, Lemon Verbena Baron Bigod Cheesecake
Paired with: Moscatel Dorado, César Florido
The Ritz will now proudly represent the United Kingdom against seven nations at the Grand International Final in Jerez next summer (2027)! ✈️🇪🇸
Cheers to an exceptional celebration of Sherry and gastronomy! 🥂👏
*Gracias al Fondo Europeo Agrícola de Desarrollo Rural, nace este proyecto de comunicación de la cultura del Vino de Jerez. Proyecto cofinanciado por la Unión Europea y la Junta de Andalucía