Coinciding with the launch of the world’s largest passenger ship, Douglas Blyde boards one of the most bijou – the ‘Hebridean Princess’ – for an afternoon of tea and talks.
Piya Piya
Having attended a reception at Piya Piya and tasted some very good nibbles that were being handed around, we decided to go back there for a meal so that we could sample the selection from the full menu, with an interesting array of dishes, Piya Piya has a lot to offer.
Bring on the Bordeaux wines
We all want to drink responsibly but that doesn’t just mean simply not getting hammered. We should all be drinking wines that are local, so as to cut the carbon footprint, and wines that are well priced, to cut the shopping bills. Welcome to Bordeaux.
Babylon did Thanksgiving, now for Christmas!
Having never been to a Thanksgiving celebration before, it seemed like a good idea to go along to Babylon to experience theirs, which we had heralded here on site a few weeks ago. Apart from Babylon’s normal menu, Head Chef Ian Howard had added an American themed special for each course in honour of the occasion.
A new Christmas Market at Inn The Park
Not sure where to go to get the great home-grown specialist produce this Christmas? Championing ‘the best of British’, Oliver Peyton is hosting a festive food market at Inn The Park, located in the lakeside surroundings of St James’ Park.
GAIL’s Christmas event is a cracker
GAIL’s bakery will be kicking off this year’s festive season with a Christmas stall held at each of their stores (St John’s Wood, Hampstead*, Notting Hill and Battersea) on December the 5th from 10am till 6pm.
Coriander… makes the difference
In the swish ‘Poggenpohl’ kitchens of Harrods, I meet the very lovely Pinky Lilani OBE who is hosting an intimate cookery master class featuring dishes from her latest book ‘Coriander… makes the difference” Featuring a selection of Pinky’s favourite recipes using coriander as well as some charming words of wisdom from 40 of Pinky’s friends and colleagues, the book is billed as ‘Wisdom and recipes to feed your soul and warm your heart”.
Moroccan Spiced Partridge with Beetroot, Horseradish and Potato Cakes
Most people think partridge is for the rich and countrified folk of our great nation. Not so, my friends… Partridge, when in season, is widely available in good supermarkets and butchers alike. It’s not as strong and gamey as you would believe and its size means it doesn’t take long to cook, so it is perfect for a quick cook meal.
Covent Garden Market Place Grocer – Deli – Café
New Covent Garden Market Place brings the spirit of the market back to Covent Garden. The recently opened 4000 sq foot food hall and café serves the finest restaurant quality food including sushi, authentic Thai curries and fresh salads made from only the best ingredients such as fresh Bocconcini mozzarella and luscious pomegranate seeds.
The Old Thatch, Adstock, Buckinghamshire
The Old Thatch in Adstock, Buckinghamshire ,is a bit of a celebrity in its patch – as one local told me, ” it’s one of a small handful of places worth going to round here.” So what’s made this seriously tucked-away village pub survive where others have been converted into super-homes?