Earlier this week, I headed to the newly opened Itsu restaurant in Notting Hill for dinner. It’s the largest of the sushi chain’s outlets and completely different from the smaller, takeaway Itsu stores that are dotted around London. Downstairs is a …
Read more...I stumbled across a fantastic hidden gem in Farringdon this week, called The Coach & Horses. The venue maintains the charm of an old-school pub – extremely well kept with Cask Marque approved beers, lovely staff, excellent bar snacks (including duck hearts and …
Read more...Last night, London Restaurant Festival 2010 was announced, with a media launch at the swanky Club at The Ivy near Seven Dials, Covent Garden. The launch was attended by members of the press, chefs, restaurateurs and PRs. We spotted Observer …
Read more...Last Wednesday night I dined at stylish eatery 108 Marylebone Lane. The restaurant has recently taken on Norman Farquharson as Executive Chef and has a new seasonal menu, which changes every few months and where possible uses ingredients from local …
Read more...Easter is just a few days away, and it’s the best excuse we can think of to scoff as much chocolate as possible! But not just any old chocolate, we want the good stuff. We want the best chocolate in …
Read more...If you like a room with a view and taking several hours over your lunch, then Altitude 360 is definitely worth a visit. The Westminster-based events venue is now open to the public on Sundays, serving up brunch with a …
Read more...I’m lucky enough to have been shown round many of London’s hotels. I’ve nosed round suites, inspected toiletries on offer and nodded approvingly at iPod facilities. But last night, the Pestana Chelsea Bridge Hotel topped them all and let me stay overnight and …
Read more...We’ve spotted lots of celebrities recently (including Boy George, Paloma Faith and Frank Skinner) but it’s not every day you get to dine with a member of the Royal family. When I visited glamorous new restaurant Circus in Covent Garden, …
Read more...If the freezing temperatures and onslaught of snow have left you longing for some good old-fashioned comfort food, head to Shoreditch next week, where Heinz Beanz will be hosting a pop-up café. Enjoy a warming meal of Heinz Beanz on …
Read more...New Year’s Eve in London is always a fantastic night. Whether you’re watching the fireworks on The Thames, clubbing or enjoying a small house party with some close friends, it’s always one of the best nights of the year. London …
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