Oranj, known for its curation of natural wines and world class chefs, announces a unique World Cup screening schedule at its bar and restaurant on Dray Walk, Shoreditch.
Throughout June and July, the people of London, on a quest to find the perfect spot to watch the games, will be welcomed at Oranj for a friendly atmosphere and the opportunity to soak up the culture of some of the 48 teams taking part in the football tournament.
Chefs from Mexico, England, Netherlands, Spain, Iran, Argentina, Portugal and Canada are the first to be announced for Oranj: The World Cup Burger Series. For one night only, each chef’s burger will be available as a special menu item on the day of their native team’s first fixture. Everyone is welcome to try the burger and watch the game, whether chowing down with national pride, eating the opposition, or simply there for a good time.
Open – but not for business as usual – Oranj will be showing England and major international fixtures across two screens – inside, and on the sunny Dray Walk terrace. The kitchen will be open, serving Head Chef, Elies Salva’s menu of Spanish pintxos and small plates alongside the burger specials. The bar will be open late, serving a special menu of football legend-inspired cocktails, alongside drinks at Apero Hour prices. That includes carafes of wine for £20, Vermouth & Soda and pints of Pillars Pilsner, Guinness and Lucky Saint for £6.
Oranj: The World Cup Burger Series is available to pre-book at this link for £20. Each ticket guarantees the guest chef burger and a drink (choice of beer, wine, vermouth + soda, soft drink). Due to limited availability, pre-reserving is highly recommended.
Thursday 11th June [20:00 Mexico vs. South Africa] *OPEN UNTIL 1AM*
Robert Mendoza (Mexico), Formerly Paris’s Vivant Deux & Le Saint Sebastian , former Oranj guest chef
Mexican chef, Robert Mendoza brings the flavours of his homeland to Oranj with his take on smash burger tacos – a playful fusion of two street food favourites, served on the night Mexico plays South Africa on the World Cup opening night.
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Tuesday 16th June [20:00 France vs. Senegal]
This game will be screened and the kitchen will serve Oranj’s own menu only.
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Wednesday 17th June [20:00 England vs. Croatia] *OPEN UNTIL 1AM*
Nick Bramham (England), Head Chef Quality Wines
One of London’s most respected chefs, Nick Bramham strips things back with his vision of the perfect British ‘burger van’ classic: aged beef cooked medium-rare, deeply caramelised onions, American cheese, ketchup and mustard – executed with the precision that has made Quality Wines a neighbourhood institution.
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Friday 19th June [23:00 Scotland vs. Morocco] *OPEN UNTIL 1AM*
This game will be screened and the kitchen will serve Oranj’s own menu only.
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Saturday 20th June [18:00 Netherlands vs. Sweden]
Neisha Kaul (Netherlands), former Oranj guest chef
Inspired by the Dutch snack bars she rushes to visit whenever she returns home, Neisha Kaul’s burger pays tribute to the beloved broodje kaassoufflé, pairing beef with a deep-fried cheese soufflé, Amsterdam pickled onions, kale and mayonnaise.
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Sunday 21st June [17:00 Spain vs. Saudi Arabia] & [20:00 Belgium vs. Iran] *OPEN UNTIL 1AM*
Elies Salva (Spain), Head Chef, Oranj; formerly Black Axe Mangal
Oranj Head Chef Elies Salva is Majorcan, and will be doing A Spanish-inspired bikini packed with txistorra, Idiazabal, piquillo peppers and honey, served with quince aioli, olives and guindillas.
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Elliot Hashtroudi (Iran), Head Chef Camille, formerly St. John
Drawing on his Persian heritage, Elliot Hashtroudi presents The Koobideh Burger, where kebab meets burger and East meets West. Lamb, saffron, turmeric and onions are paired with tzatziki-style sauce, fresh herbs and sumac onions in a tribute to one of Iran’s most iconic dishes.
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Monday 22nd June [18:00 Argentina vs. Austria]
Emily Dobbs (Argentina), Author of Weligama & The Spice Box, former Oranj guest chef
For Argentina’s opening fixture, Emily Dobbs channels the spirit of an asado with a burger layered with beef, morcilla, provolone, roasted red peppers and chimichurri – in celebration of the country’s legendary grilling culture.
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Tuesday 23rd June [18:00 Portugal vs. Uzbekistan] & [21:00 England vs. Ghana]
Marcelo Rodrigues (Portugal), Head Chef Primeur; formerly Brawn, The Marksman and Jolene
Portuguese chef Marcelo Rodrigues combines the fiery flavours of piri piri chicken with the indulgence of a Nashville hot chicken sandwich in a brioche bun for his Pito Frito burger that reflects both tradition and modern comfort-food culture.
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