The beef got a bit overdone, but Nick Harman loves lunch with fellow foodies at the Guinea Grill to sample some of the best of our island produce in quintessentially British surroundings
The Manchester Food Festival 2010
Up in Manchester, food is being taken as seriously as it is anywhere down south. In fact up north they have perhaps even more local produce and local crafts to celebrate, being less subject to the winds of trend as us soft southerners are. Nick Purves pops up to the Food Festival and gamely avoids making the usual jokes about baggies and being mad for it.
Food Landscapes at St Pancras
One of London’s most prominent landmarks will play host to an exhibition of extraordinary ‘foodscapes’, as British photographer Carl Warner launches a series of his internationally acclaimed food landscapes throughout the upper floor of St Pancras International on Thursday 14 October.
Chocolate Mousse recipe from Filippo Berio
During Chocolate Week (11-17th October) why not join in the chocolate frenzy at home? Have a go at this creamy, smooth, melt in your mouth chocolate mousse recipe using olive oil from specialist Filippo Berio.
The Restaurant St Paul’s Cathedral’s new Weekend Express Lunch Menu
Whether you’re headed to the theatre or an art gallery and in need a quick bit to eat or you just don’t want to spend hours eating with someone you aren’t that keen on, The Restaurant St Paul’s Cathedral’s Express Lunch Menu will have you fed and watered in no time at all!
Cloudy Bay Chef’s Table at The Montagu, Hyatt Regency
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.