SIMPSON’S IN THE STRAND: Meat carved at your table and snazzy cocktails at this 19th century spot

I went to Simpson's in the Strand a couple of years go and on a recent return, I was thrilled to find that it’s upped its game. The venue opened in 1828 as a chess room and it is one of London’s oldest traditional restaurants. In 2017, in a bid to bring it m...

BOTTLES: Wine bar and cellar in the heart of Spitalfields.

Bottles in Spitalfields Market opened just two months ago, offering a fresh take on the average London wine bar. What’s so special we hear you ask? Well, the ante is upped with staff carrying a wealth of sommelier experience, each member an expert in their fi...

TSUKIJI SUSHI: Devine oysters and sake at this smartly-secluded Japanese joint

Tsukiji Sushi, tucked away in the heart of Mayfair, is now firmly on my list of top Japanese spots in town. The smartly-secluded restaurant is the perfect spot to graze peacefully on deliciously fresh fish and other treats. I popped into the small eatery on ...

45 JERMYN ST: Tender grouse, knickerbocker glories and a delicious atmosphere at this Mayfair spot

What does a cut of tender grouse, a knickerbocker glory and a moreish martini all have in common? They’re all on the menu at 45 Jermyn St, a smart restaurant tucked away in Mayfair which is well worth checking out. The eatery, which is actually within fine f...

BOOMTOWN FAIR CHAPTER 10: Review

Boomtown Fair was a mesmerizing spectacle this summer, they really pulled out the stops at Matterley Estate (Winchester). There was something for everyone to enjoy and it was the largest scale of production that the festival had ever achieved. The vibe was pre...

PUREZZA: Nutty cheese and hemp sourdough, a pizzeria pleasing vegans in Camden and beyond.

As a meat eater, I’m always intrigued to visit vegan restaurants and wonder will they sway me to make the big switch. The latest to intrigue? Purezza! A vegan pizzeria on Camden’s Parkway, a short walk from the Jazz Cafe. I’d tried the Thai Breaker at Voodoo ...

ROOFTOP THE TRAFALFGAR ST JAMES: One of the best views in London from this cool central spot

Finding a rooftop in London where you can drink well-mixed cocktails and eat good food is a pretty hard combination. But the new roof at The Trafalgar St James hotel hits both spots. I try to avoid central London when I can, but sat on the top deck of this n...

SARONA: New Middle Eastern eatery in Clerkenwell.

Workshop Coffee closed it’s flagship store on Clerkenwell Road last summer leaving us wondering for months what would happen with the empty digs. Then earlier this year, a new Middle Eastern Eatery moved in to fill the void. With a nod to Israeli and Jewish Cu...

THE IVY KENSINGTON BRASSERIE: Music to one’s ears with these special Proms-inspired treats

If you love a bit of classical music and delicious food, then tune into The Ivy Kensington Brassiere for its latest offering. The perfectly appointed restaurant has crafted a special menu around this year’s BBC Proms. We checked into the eatery on a Sunday e...

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