Malmaison Glasgow

What’s the worst Christmas cracker joke?

We would suggest this:

Two snowmen were standing in a field. One said, “Can you smell carrots?”

Terrible. We know.

Much more likely to raise a smile is today’s Big Deal on a delicious meal for two at Chez Mal brasserie in Glasgow’s Malmaison.

Atmospheric restaurant

The building was originally a Greek Orthodox church and the atmospheric restaurant sits in what used to be the crypt.

With a glittering domed ceiling; vibrant murals of Glasgow’s industrial heritage and relaxed brasserie-style service, Chez Mal is a cosmopolitan, city centre venue.

Adjacent to the brasserie, Mal Bar is a cool hangout which is decorated with Pop Art. Craft beer, cocktails and a carefully chosen wine list all add to the bar’s charms.

Two course festive menu

Available Sunday to Thursday, today’s Big Deal is for two people to each have the two course festive menu below.

This Big Deal also includes a glass of Prosecco or a Malmaison cocktail for each guest – the perfect way to get your party started.

Starters

Celeriac, truffle & apple soup

Winter leaf salad, barrel aged feta, celemtine, fennel & pomegranate

Smoked ham hock & dried cranberry roulade, watercress, apple & shallot salad & sweet English mustard dressing

Asian cured salmon, pickled vegetables, red chilli, spring onion & coriander

Mains

Ballontine of free range turkey, prosciutto, sage & onion stuffing, bread sauce & cranberry compote

Daube of beef, roast parsnip puree, glazed shallot & onion ring

Pan-fried seabass, sauteed mushrooms, gnocchi & roast squash sauce

Beef wellington, roast beetroot, mushroom duxelles, vegan pastry & jus

All served with your favourite festive trimmings

Desserts

Chez Mal sticky toffee Christmas pudding, caramel custard

Festive tiramisu, panettone, amaretto & mascarpone cream

Dark chocolate & cherry roulade, crème fraîche

Le Fromage, a selection of artisan cheeses, chutney, celery, quince, crackers & Peter’s Yard crispbreads

Happy diners

Chez Mal brasserie has lots of admirers of their 5pm Dining page. Edited for length, this is what a couple of recent visitors wrote about their experiences:

‘Excellent food and service! The food was delicious and very well presented. Great flavour combinations! The service was spot on too.’ Rating 5/5

‘Brilliant deal. Food was superb. Great choices. Staff really helpful. Great value for the price.’ Rating 5/5

Christmas celebration

This Big Deal in the stylish Chez Mal would be ideal for a works lunch or night out. It would also be fantastic for a festive meal with friends or family.

Just keep the cracker jokes to yourself.