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St John's Tavern, Archway
Last Updated on November 19, 2025 4.0 out of 5.0 stars In the heart of north London’s Archway, St John’s Tavern has, since the Victorian era, been a staple of the area, popular amongst both locals and other punters travelling from across the city. Earlier this year, St John’s Tavern closed its door – but not for long, as it reopened in November 2025 after a significant restoration and renovation.
Jikoni Restaurant from Ravinder Bhogal
Last Updated on October 23, 2025 4.5 out of 5.0 stars Traversing South Asia, the Far East, the Middle East, East Africa, and the UK, Jikoni’s menu spans the globe, elevating the ingredients and methods found in everyday kitchens worldwide. Founder Ravinder Bhogal was born in Kenya to Indian parents and raised in London; the influences of her varied background are woven into both the menu at Jikoni and her popular cookbook of the same name.
Hanbaagaasuuteeki Burgers - Truly Wonderful
Last Updated on October 19, 2025 4.5 out of 5.0 stars ‘Wonderful hamburger’ is the English translation of the name of Victoria’s hippest new burger joint, Hanbaagaasuuteeki, on Buckingham Palace Road, a few steps away from some of London’s most famous burger chains. ‘Suteeki’ in Japanese can also be translated as steak, showing how this new Asian-inspired burger restaurant is seeking to tap into the ‘steak hamburger’ trend popular in Japan.
Macellaio RC Butchery Masterclass
Last Updated on August 8, 2025 4.5 out of 5.0 stars The slopes of the mountains of northern Italy may seem a world away from Shaftesbury Avenue, the bustling thoroughfare at the heart of London’s Soho. Macellaio RC, an Italian steakhouse with multiple locations across London, including Clerkenwell and Shaftesbury Avenue in Soho, holds exclusive rights in the city to serve Fassona beef, a prized breed raised on the Alpine pastures of Piedmont, Italy.
Puttshack mini golf - City of London - Review
Last Updated on July 25, 2025 4.5 out of 5.0 stars Traditionally a classic holiday pastime, Puttshack has elevated the simple game of mini golf into a high-tech and thrilling ‘competitive socialising’ experience in a variety of locations across the UK.
Royal Horseguards Hotel Terrace
Last Updated on June 28, 2025 4.5 out of 5.0 stars As the summer heatwave continues into July, Londoners and tourists across the capital may be seeking shade in a relaxed and stylish setting, accompanied by delicious food and drink. The English country garden terrace at The Royal Horseguards Hotel may well have them covered.
Hot Plates at The Hoxton, Southwark
Last Updated on March 30, 2025 A stone’s throw from the Thames on Blackfriars Road, the trendy Hoxton Southwark hosts the restaurant Albie, where, for the next few weeks, a rotation of talented chefs will be running pop-up kitchens, presented by the premium gin brand Gin Mare. On 21st March, I was invited to review the pop-up by Helen Graham, formerly the Executive Chef at Bubala – a personal favourite on the London food scene, with branches in Spitalfields and Soho.
The Lamb Inn, Little Milton Oxfordshire - Review
Last Updated on November 30, 2024 The Lamb Inn in Little Milton has stood in this quiet corner of Oxfordshire since the 15th century. Carefully restored in 2022 by Ben Moss, the Lamb Inn is a rising star in the Oxfordshire gastropub scene, awarded the title of ‘Best Upcoming Gastropub in Oxfordshire 2024’ by LuxLife Magazine, and boasting two AA Rosettes.
The Peacock - an historical legacy site in Islington
Last Updated on October 27, 2024 Quality pub fare in a historic location London is filled with historic pubs, many of which are mentioned in works of art and literature, and they make up a core part of the city’s social and cultural history. Tourists and locals alike make their way along ancient winding streets and broad thoroughfares to have a drink or a meal at the location of a historic occasion or point of interest.
San Carlo Cicchetti Knightsbridge - Winter Menu Review
Last Updated on October 23, 2024 As autumn settles in, San Carlo in London has launched its winter menu, offering a sophisticated selection that combines comforting seasonal dishes with authentic Italian flavours. Located opposite Harrod’s in Knightsbridge, a London Christmas-time fixture, San Carlo Cicchetti fits well into its exclusive surroundings with a plush and softly lit décor.
Kanpai Classic Japanese Restaurant in Soho
Last Updated on September 2, 2024 Sophisticated and elegant wagyu omakase in Soho Just opened on Wardour Street in the heart of London’s Soho, Kanpai Classic offers a high-end wagyu experience. Presented in yakiniku style, meaning small bites of beef prepared on gridirons, I was excited to be invited to try Kanpai Classic’s 14-course omakase menu. Entering Kanpai Classic, one is immediately struck by the thoughtful layout of the restaurant.
Fazenda South American Restaurant
Last Updated on July 26, 2024 Swish steak dining in the City Offering high-end South American fare in the heart of the City, Fazenda’s swish and stylish Bishopsgate location aims to impress, with plush furnishing on a large site, with private dining rooms to accommodate business lunches or dinners, both large or small.
Sushi Revolution Shoreditch.
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Sushi Revolution - Shoreditch - Review
Last Updated on July 3, 2024 High-quality and relaxed Japanese dining in Shoreditch. The past few years have been strong ones for Japanese cuisine in the London food scene – with new openings across the price spectrum popping up across the capital. Whether high-end omakase menus or the more formal izakaya set-up, Londoners’ appetite for Japanese food and culture is only growing.
National Fish and Chips Day 2024 – La Gioiosa Prosecco x Kennedy’s Restaurant
Last Updated on June 1, 2024 The Best of Britaly – Prosecco, Fish and Chips! Celebrated on 6th June every year, National Fish and Chip Day promotes one of the UK’s most iconic dishes. It is always a pleasure to be invited to one of London’s famous fish and chip restaurants to appreciate the continued popularity of a dish which to many is such a crucial part of the British summer. This year, I visited Kennedy’s, on Goswell Road in Clerkenwell for the first time.
Savage Garden Rooftop Bar
Last Updated on May 13, 2024 Smart cocktails and iconic views in Tower Hill As London emerges from a wet early spring into the warmer temperatures of the summer months, the city’s rapidly changing skyline is opening up a wide range of rooftop bars offering ever higher and more spectacular views of the capital. I was thrilled to be invited to Savage Garden, 12 floors up on top of the DoubleTree by Hilton next to Fenchurch Street station.
Made in Brasil, Camden - Review
Last Updated on April 26, 2024 Brazilian Festa in the heart of Camden After 20 years on Inverness Street in Camden Town, Made In Brasil has marked its anniversary by debuting a new menu that reaffirms its role in showcasing Brazilian culture, cuisine, and spirits in London.
Yuu Kitchen - Bao Buns and Beyond in Spitalfields
Last Updated on April 17, 2024 Trendy pan-Asian dining in East London Between Spitalfields and Aldgate, Yuu Kitchen is a pan-Asian casual dining eatery which punches above its weight. Taking inspiration from the Philippines, Taiwan, and Vietnam, the varied menu is balanced and offers bold flavours across its categories of robata, signatures, veg bites, fish, and manga bao.
Sunday Roast - Humble Grape - Islington
Last Updated on March 11, 2024 An Excellent Sunday Roast and fine wines in Islington Humble Grape Islington is located just off the famous Upper Street, with its plethora of bars, restaurants and pubs stretching from Highbury Corner down to Angel. Standing out from the crowd in this corner of Islington is therefore as tough a task as any faced by a London eatery – but this branch of the wine bar chain has proved itself up to the challenge.
The Meat and Wine Co - Mayfair - Review
Last Updated on March 3, 2024 Premium steaks in Mayfair Australian steakhouse Meat & Wine Co has arrived in London from its home market Down Under where it has nearly a dozen locations in five Australian cities. Its only location outside of Australia, the London branch is located in prime Mayfair, on a quiet street populated by salubrious ambassadorial residences.
Fatt Pundit - Hakka Chinese Menu in Soho
Last Updated on February 22, 2024 Indo-Chinese cuisine in the heart of Soho In the bustling centre of Soho, Fatt Pundit has a reputation as one of London’s premier destinations for Indo-Chinese cuisine, with branches in Soho and Covent Garden. Having been on my list for some time, I was delighted to be invited by Fatt Pundit to their Soho location to try their latest menu.
The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch at Blues Kitchen
Last Updated on February 20, 2024 Bottomless Brunch with Funk The Blues Kitchen is a well-known London nightlife hotspot with its iconic live music bars located in Brixton, Camden, Shoreditch, and one location outside of London situated in Manchester. Having enjoyed several fun evenings out at Blues Kitchen’s various London locations, I was pleased to be invited to experience the Shoreditch venue in the daytime at The Hip Hop Orchestra Brunch in Shoreditch.
Parque Das Aves: a gem by the waterfalls
Last Updated on February 10, 2024 Birds of Brazil When Eleanor Roosevelt visited Iguazu Falls, a group of waterfalls on the Argentina-Brazil border, she is said to have exclaimed: “Poor Niagara!” Looking over the viewing platform at the force of the water cascading over the cliff, one can see why Niagara Falls might be considered a disappointing drip in comparison. On a sunny day, as if showing off, the waterfall creates a rainbow between you and the wall of water.
Christmas Gift List for Hedonists
Last Updated on December 3, 2023 Christmas Gift List for Hedonists Embark on a journey of festive opulence with our handpicked “Christmas Gift List for Hedonists.” We were pleased to receive these gifts from brands large and small – and have reviewed them to offer perfect suggestions for those who relish life’s luxuries. From cosy accessories to gourmet delights, this list offers a range from outdoor wear to indoor delights such as speciality coffee and innovative cocktails.
Apothecary East - Shoreditch - East London Izakaya
Last Updated on November 26, 2023 Celebrate the festive season Japanese style in East London’s stylish Izakaya Apothecary East, in the heart of Shoreditch, London’s trendy East End, is inspired by the Japanese Izakaya, an informal bar serving alcoholic drinks and snacks. Apothecary East is set up to offer both a wide range of exciting cocktails and beverages, as well as a comprehensive menu of Japanese classics and innovative creations.
Korean Grill Kensington or KGK - Korean Barbecue Restaurant
Last Updated on October 30, 2023 Tabletop Grill Treats Korean Style Korean Grill Kensington (KGK) is an exciting new opening a stone’s throw from Gloucester Road tube station and alongside the large Millennium Gloucester Hotel of which the restaurant is a part. The first and only Korean grill in the local area, I was pleased to be invited to try KGK’s popular Omakase dining experience – which translates as ‘I leave it up to you’.
Temper x Cazcabel National Tequila Day Menu
Last Updated on July 25, 2023 Tequila flavours come to acclaimed London smokehouse Temper, with locations across London in Soho, the City, Shoreditch and Covent Garden has garnered a reputation amongst meat lovers in the capital for excellent cooking in a dramatic setting with open fire pits and kitchens located in the middle of the restaurants. Diners are seated around busy chefs smoking, grilling and charring the BBQ menu or a range of fine steaks.
The Jugged Hare Sunday Lunch
Last Updated on July 12, 2023 Roasts done right in the City It was on a scorching Sunday afternoon that we walked into The Jugged Hare, situated in the welcome shadow of the Barbican and its sprawling brutalist architecture. On such a hot summer’s day, our first impression of the Jugged Hare was the cool breeze of the air conditioning – an increasing necessity in London restaurants.
Terrace at The Dilly Hotel - restaurant review
Last Updated on July 9, 2023 Rooftop style in Central London On Piccadilly since 1908, the grand The Dilly Hotel is in prime territory for exploring London, with the hotel mere minutes away from bustling Soho, shopping on Regent Street, or a stroll through Green Park. For many guests, The Dilly’s excellent location along with its imposing façade and swish interior make it a perfect choice for a stay in the capital.
Briefing: The Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill
The government has announced the long awaited ‘anti boycott bill’. While the discussion has centred around Israel-Palestine, this bill has far broader implications on free speech and civil liberties. This is our full briefing outlining our view and concerns regarding the bill. If you’d like to hear more – sign up to our Zoom event here.
'O ver St James's
Last Updated on June 1, 2023 Neapolitan classics come to London for the summer Italian restaurant ‘O ver, with two branches in London, offers diners a sophisticated Italian menu, with the name of the restaurant originating from the word for ‘truth’ in the Neapolitan dialect. ‘O ver’s unique offering to diners in the British capital is that it is the first restaurant in the UK to use pure seawater in its pizza dough.
BEASY Soho - American Dining in London - Review
Last Updated on March 1, 2023 Bringing the Big Apple to London, BEASY offers great cocktails and casual dining. In the heart of Soho, on the famous Greek Street, founder Gabriel Iliopoulos has sought to put Beasy on the map as the go-to location for drinks, creative fast food, and private social events in the bustling centre of London’s night-life district, since opening in early 2022.
Kids Face Painting for Birthday's: Now 40% for all bookings unit March 8, 2023
School for EVERYONE! Education is the most important step in moving from financial poverty to self-determination. For some families in remote areas of Zambia, however, education is not a given. The right to education for children there is often still dependent on household income and is weighed against other necessities.
For women: professionally guided by Gabriela on the path with Self-Love
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50% in February: Kids Face Painting with Gabriela as Highlight on your Kids Birthday Party
School for EVERYONE! Education is the most important step in moving from financial poverty to self-determination. For some families in remote areas of Zambia, however, education is not a given. The right to education for children there is often still dependent on household income and is weighed against other necessities.
Only in April: 7-day beauty & fitness retreat for women with Gabriela Glaus
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Dieser Teppich von Kvadrat überzeugt durch seine Einfachheit, welcher aus nur zwei Farben besteht: grau und dunkelbraun. Die Mischung aus beiden lässt einen ausdrucksstarken Teppich entstehen, welcher im Interieur vielseitig angewendet werden kann. Die unterschiedlichen Dicken der Garne und die kontrastierenden Farben verleihen dem Teppich eine ansprechende Unregelmässigkeit. Dieser Teppich bringt Farbe in jeden Raum, ist jedoch dezent, da die Mischung der Garne ihre Intensität mildert.
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Humo Mayfair - Restaurant of the Month
Last Updated on July 5, 2023 Fine dining with fire in Mayfair How do you stand out from the masses when there are new restaurants opening daily in London? Our Restaurant of the Month, a new opening in Mayfair, HUMO (meaning ‘smoke’ in Spanish) simplifies cooking to its basic origins – the naked flame – whilst elevating the fine dining experience to its highest level of sophistication.
Colonel Saab Holborn
Last Updated on February 12, 2023 A trip through Indian Food and Culture at Colonel Saab Walking through the grand entrance of Colonel Saab, located on High Holborn, it is immediately apparent that the restaurant, on the former premises of the Grade II listed Holborn Town Hall, is unlike any other in the city. The décor at this fine dining modern Indian restaurant is stunning, with visitors first struck by the numerous chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, two of which are over a century old.
Dartmouth Arms - Gastropub Review
Last Updated on February 1, 2023 Disappearing into the Dartmouth Arms Dartmouth Arms is a sophisticated North London gastropub located between Gospel Oak and Tufnell Park, on the borders of Hampstead Heath. Nestled on a quiet street, it appears from the outside to be similar to many of the charming pubs in this leafy part of the city, but an excellent menu and attention to detail set it apart.
Origin at the Royal Garden Hotel - Review
Last Updated on December 19, 2022 Dining with a view – Origin, Kensington High Street. December is one of the most special months in which to explore London, with many of the city’s famous streets adorned with brightly lit decorations celebrating the festive season.
Family Feasting - the Dipna Anand Brunch at Somerset House
Last Updated on December 5, 2022 Family Feasting with the Dipna Anand Brunch In celebration of the first anniversary of its opening, I was delighted to be invited to a special tasting menu at Dipna Anand at Somerset House. Following the longstanding success of her restaurant in Southall with a lockdown burst of inspiration, chef Dipna Anand opened at Somerset House, in collaboration with Compass Group.
The Black Cow - Restaurant Review
Last Updated on November 3, 2022 A remarkable menu in a trendy setting, this Camden steakhouse offers an exceptional dining experience First opened one year ago, the Black Cow was launched by Israeli pair Shiri Kraus and Amir Batito, already known in the London food scene via the Palomar and The Machneyuda Group respectively.
Gaucho Day of the Dead brunch
Last Updated on October 31, 2022 Festive fun and delicious menu at the Gaucho Day of the Dead brunch A staple amongst steak lovers, Argentinian steakhouse Gaucho is known for the high quality of its cuts and its luxurious décor, famously decked out in cowhide and leather. Having had several excellent meals at Gaucho’s previously to celebrate birthdays and other special events, I was delighted to be invited to return for another celebratory occasion – Gaucho’s Day of the Dead Brunch.
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