Well for lunch at least. There’s a quiet confidence about this intriguing restaurant on the Oxford Street side of Portman Square, London. A decade-old mystery was solved as why Robert, the Maître d’ at Texture was still receiving mail addressed to Michael Caine – the actor, not the chef. Years ago, Sir Michael and Lady […]
Malt and Kerbisher Open New Branch in London EC1
January 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Malt & Kerbisher are well-known for fresh fish (from sustainable sources), twice-cooked chips, mushy peas and batters with sparkling water, great wine and beers, environmentally friendly packaging and a nice place to sit down. They’ve won every award and accolade going and have just opened a new branch in London EC1 – Rosebery Avenue. Our favourites […]
The Joint Marylebone London
January 26, 2015 by 1 Comment
THE JOINT MARYLEBONE – CLOSED Meat lovers in London’s Marylebone are already well-served with Patty and Bun, MEATliquor, Le Relais Venise, Tommi’s Burger Joint and Ginger Pig Butchers but there’s a meaty new joint in town. The Joint started as a pop up in Brixton in 2012 by Warren Dean and Daniel Fiteni – now […]
Tantalising Toronto – Travel Review
December 25, 2014 by 1 Comment
Here’s a quick round up of easy wins in Toronto. Art Gallery of Ottowa Thanks to some campaigning, the remarkable Group of Seven are given due prominence in showcasing the artists’ style and wilderness of magnificent Canada. The permanent Ken Thompson collection is a must see in Toronto. The special exhibition of Alex Colville only […]
Pachamama
December 5, 2014 by 1 Comment
A pink neon ‘A’ marks the spot. Confusingly so, for a new Peruvian-inspired restaurant called Pachamama. It’s a new incarnation on, let’s call it the lower slopes of Marylebone, Thayer Street. Founded by an anthropologist with an eye for branding and the chap who used to run the same spot when it was known as […]
Straight Up Yoghurt from The Collective
December 2, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The Collective has launched Straight Up, a thick, glossy, creamy and versatile live yoghurt that t1astes like yoghurt used to! I do remember yoghurt like this – as a student inter railing round Europe it was the cheapest (and most recogniseable) thing to buy from a Spar – a six pack of plain yoghurt. It had […]
Chef Omar Casali in London at Pastificio Mangio & the art of stuffed pasta
November 18, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Meet Omar Casali, head chef at new gourmet Pastificio Mangio in the heart of St Paul’s , that opens on Monday 15 December bringing the art of stuffed pasta to the city. Omar is a leading light on the Italian restaurant scene and writes a weekly food column for Italian broadsheet supplement D Repubblica. He […]
Cured Salmon & Crab – A Beautiful Christmas Day Starter or January Healthy Detox Recipe
October 29, 2014 by 1 Comment
Cured Salmon & Crab Recipe 500g fresh salmon fillet (skin and fat removed, you can ask your fish monger to do this for you) 250g hand-picked white crab meat 2 spring onions 2 red chili 50g chives 25ml olive oil Curing mix for salmon 250g table salt 250g caster sugar 1 star anise Zest 1 […]
National Curry Week 13th -19th October 2014
October 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Street food restaurant Indigo and pop-up mall BOXPARK SHOREDITCH have come together to bring a weekend of great food, music and entertainment, showcasing the amazing sights, sounds and flavours from the Indian sub-continent – taking place during National Curry Week 13th -19th October 2014. ‘Tabla Vibe’ takes place at 2 Bethnal Green Rd, London E1 6HT. Open from 3-7pm on […]
