One of the perennial favourite 'Ultimatum Questions' is being asked whether, could you only have one, you would choose 'Food or Sex'? Unfortunately, you always get one wise-ass who sees it necessary to  pedantically point out that, for  purely survivalist reasons, food is the only correct answer (as if they believe said ultimatum is an entirely plausible one and their response will contribute towards a referendum). For the rest of us, it is a tough question where a life without either seems like a bleak existence. Fortunately one does not have to make this choice at Volupté Lounge where the evening provides an abundance of both.

Well not quite. While I'm sure there's a venue that provides a live sex show accompanied by fine dining, this isn't it. Instead, you are granted with a three course meal and some of London's finest cabaret acts in a small, intimate venue in Chancery Lane.

The host of the evening enthusiastically and energetically warmed up a crowed veering from couples to a group of - very exciteable - young men to even a pair who were accompanied by their (grown up) daughter. The looks of embarassment bordering on mortification on that young lady's face were priceless. It also looked like she'd brought along her boyfriend. I like to think that was the first time he'd met the parents. Take note, Dads - want to intimidate your daughter's new flame? Take him along to a family burlesque night!

The night was under the theme of Gin House Burlesque and featured Missy Fatale, an international burlesque siren cited as 'Blisteringly hot eye-magnet of Burlesque brilliance!' by La Reve. Her routines were both seductive and alluring but never gratuitous and the choreography was flawlessly carried out. The routines were accompanied by some classic piano playing and kicked off with a spirited performance of the Charleston to truly encompass that 1920s Supper Club vibe. Exotic props were also in high supply as the performers teased their audience with an array of feathers and boas. At one point, as one of the artists appeared in the entrance, covered by feathers, it looked like she might have been wandering on stage to strip dressed as Big Bird. I'm very glad she wasn't. as that would have been a surefire way to destroy some cherished childhood memories in one fell swoop.

Throughout the performances, a three course meal is brought to you by attentive and helpful waitstaff and consists of medley platters of starters and desserts and a choice of main course. While not terribly inventive, the mains were artfully presented and flavourful (I had the pasta; my colleague opted for the steak) although for the cost of the evening, some complimentary sides would be a welcome addition to the dishes in question. The starters were delicious but sparing so I would recommend not arriving completely ravenous. Dessert was my favoured course and included a tantalising chocolate and honey marquise and iced honeycomb parfait. There's something about dining on parfait and watching a 1920s style beauty perform http://www.volupte-lounge.coma suggestive nipple-tassle adorned dance than could pretty much be Webster's dictionary definition of 'Decadence'.

Prices vary depending on the night and you can always opt to skip the meal and just buy a ticket for the show itself. I recommend it if you're harbouring a desire to try something a little different in London and the venue has a host of different acts every single night so you’re bound to find something to suit your tastes. I think my personal favourite was the performer who played a beautifully executed classical piano piece while simultaneously performing a sultry burlesque striptease. You don’t get that at the Royal Albert Hall.

For further details about Volupté Lounge and its acts or to make a booking, please visit the website here.