Galvin at Windows offers vintage fine wines at cost price for two weeks this August. It’s the perfect opportunity to try wines you might otherwise never order!
Benito’s Hat Mexican Kitchen, Covent Garden
Operation Burrito: A visit to the new Benito’s Hat Mexican Kitchen. It’s already got plenty of foodie fans but what’s all the fuss about and are the Burritos really that good? Read on to find out!
West Dean Gardens Annual Chilli Fiesta, 6 – 8 August
Hotter for longer this year, the West Dean’s Chilli Fiesta has been extended to three days, as it attracts devoted chilli fanatics from all over the world. Creating a very special hotspot among the nation’s food events, there will be chilli growing and cooking demonstrations, tastings galore ranging from the mild to the very hot.
Tantalising Tanqueray Cocktails
The Vintage at Goodwood festival is nearly here, so to get you in the mood here are three enticing cocktail recipes using the prestigious Tanqueray London Dry Gin.
Tom’s Terrace, Somerset House
I’d visited Tom’s Terrace on opening night when Lanson was free-flowing, meaning bathroom trips were frequent and essential, the slight downfall being they’re located outside of the restaurant, obviously. It’s only a slight disgruntle, as are the other minor hitches with the meal, undoubtedly not worth kicking up a fuss over. The occasion was a perfect fit for the venue, a really fantastic place to grab a quick bite with a friend and enjoy the summer sun.
Geetie’s Cookbook – Recipes from the Duke of Cambridge Organic Pub
Packed full of eco friendly organic recipes and cheerfully free of ego, this cookbook brings the taste of this pioneering Gastro Pub to those of us unlucky enough not to live near to it. Seasonally laid out, it delivers plenty of food for thought.
The OXO Tower Brasserie:Not Afternoon Tea
The sexy mousse, the persistent pigeon and cocktails for two. The OXO Tower Brasserie’s Not Afternoon Tea reviewed.
Mont Tauch Fitou 2008
Mont Tauch is the largest co-operative in Fitou, southern France and their Cellar Reserve Terroir d’Altitude Vieilles Vignes is made from grapes grown at high altitudes on old vines. The Mont Tauch Fitou is available Morrison’s at £7.99 which is good price for this lovely wine, it is versatile and worth putting on your shopping list this summer.
Volupte introduces Tuesday evening and free lunchtime show packages
Decadence is the order of the day at Volupté, rich deep maroon colours on the walls, with feature walls and areas, and low lighting to accentuate the feel of something just a little naughty. It is definitely a little different from any other restaurant lunch or dinner.
A rum do at No 5
I’m drawn to new things like a magpie to shiny objects so how could I resist the opportunity to attend the launch of a very exclusive rum? Especially when there’s the opportunity to taste a bottle of £125 rum?