Qin Xie was invited to The Montagu at Hyatt Regency, London, to sample a rather special meal. The meal was special in that the entire menu had been created to complement a small portfolio of six New Zealand wines rather than the usual method of matching wine to food. It’s also special because these new world wines are almost exclusive to The Montagu restaurant at the Hyatt Regency since so few cases have been imported into the UK.
The County Arms, Wandsworth
Adjacent to the green pastures of Wandsworth Common, The County Arms is the perfect place to kick back with a pint of bitter and enjoy a roaring fire with friends.
New Japanese restaurant Watatsumi opening late 2010
Watatsumi is a brand new high end Japanese restaurant opening in London at the end of 2010. Whilst traditional Japanese ingredients will go into the dishes, innovative presentation and bold new recipes will help take the restaurant in a new direction.
Claire Clark Afternoon Tea at Harvey Nichols extended
Due to popular demand the Claire Clark Afternoon Tea at Harvey Nichols’ Fifth Floor Restaurant has been extended until 10th October. Claire has taken inspiration for her unique Afternoon Tea from her childhood favourites and created a mountain of nostalgic treats that please the eye just as much as the taste buds.
English tomato consommé recipe
Here’s a simple and satisfying recipe for an English tomato consommé. It’s warming, comforting and delicious, plus it’s perfect for a dinner party starter or lazy supper.
‘Egg-citing recipes’ for British Egg Week
The great thing about omelettes is their versatility, almost any filling can be added (sweet or savoury) and they’re good for you too. Check out these egg-cellent British Egg Week recipes!
Truffle season hits London’s restaurants
With all the talk of chocolate week you may have forgotten that the word truffle means more than just a sweet cocoa dusted ball! October marks the start of truffle season and London’s restaurants are already featuring special truffle dishes on their menus.
The Wine Opus
While you can’t exactly take this book with you to the wine shop, unless you have a small trolley handy, its perfect for reading at home with a glass of something special at your side. It would make an especially good Xmas present, although it might give Santa a hernia.
Game to eat at The Fire Stables, Wimbledon
The blue lights flashing through the Fire Stables in Wimbledon Village from the Paramedic car parked outside are too little, too late. The dead bodies lined up on the table are beyond help; they won’t be flying again.
New Autumn menu at Brasserie Joël
Famed for his classic bistro dishes combining seasonal ingredients with the expertise he’s gained from 30 years of working in the best kitchens in the world, Joël Antunes has devised a new Autumn menu at Brasserie Joël.