The Counter will host legendary Turkish restaurant 7 Mehmet for a unique takeover dinner, bringing one of Turkey’s most famous and enduring restaurants to London for the first time.

Founded in Antalya in 1937, 7 Mehmet is regarded as a pioneer of modern cooking in Turkey, ahead of its time in culinary concepts such as sustainability, low-waste cooking, seasonality and operating as a learning space for chefs. The family restaurant has been presided over by three generations of chefs, first opened by Mehmet Akdag’s grandfather, of the same name. 

The dinner at The Counter marks the English publication of the restaurant’s book, 7 Mehmet - Stories, Products and Recipes, which was recently named best restaurant cookbook at the Gourmand Cookbook Awards 2023. The 7 Mehmet team will present a 9-course menu (£90 per person) which includes both a welcome cocktail and free-flowing raki. Link. 

Signature Dishes

Tahini dip with garlic, lemon juice and spices; stewed white grape leaves with pan-fried pumpkin seeds; fava beans with fried onions; baked pumpkin stuffed with meat, yoghurt, browned butter and pine nuts; ‘Tandir’ grilled lamb and almond keskul topped with milk pudding ice-cream, pan fried almonds and pistachios