The 180 Connection: Cinnamon was one of the most highly prized spice cargos arriving from the Far East in the 19th century. The top floors of the Albert Dock warehouses were famous for sealing in its sweet, unmistakable aroma, making this the perfect morning treat to kick off our birthday celebrations.
The 180 Connection: This classic pairing serves up pure history. The deep stone vaults right beneath the Dock quayside were historically used as stores to age barrels of imported Caribbean rum, while raw sugar cane and premium vanilla pods were stored overhead.
The 180 Connection: Looking to sample a Dock staple? As our longest-serving restaurant, these house specialties have literally been served right on the quayside for over 40 years. They have fed generations of hungry visitors while the Dock beautifully transitioned from an abandoned industrial relic into a modern waterfront destination.
The 180 Connection: While the world-famous green curry gets its aromatic punch from galangal (ginger’s citrusy, exotic cousin), the fresh tea delivers raw ginger root right to your palate. Both spices were imported into the Dock from the 1840s, bringing the bold flavours of Southeast Asia straight to the heart of Liverpool.
The 180 Connection: Golden turmeric was a staple luxury import handled by the historic East India clippers. Enjoying this beautifully spiced kebab on the waterfront connects you directly to the legendary spice routes that transformed global dining 180 years ago.
The 180 Connection: The definitive taste of Liverpool. This hearty sailor’s stew was the fuel of the maritime workers who built, loaded, and maintained the global gateway of the Albert Dock, making it the most authentic birthday dish on the quayside.
The 180 Connection: This pairing is an absolute map of the Dock’s transatlantic shipping history. The cocktail brings together Caribbean rum aged in our historic style and fresh citrus, while the dessert serves up high-value goods, cocoa beans from the Americas and exotic Mediterranean hazelnuts, that were stored under tight lock and key in our grand brick warehouses throughout the 1800s.
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