If Kirsty Young invited me to name my desert island dish rather than disc, I would probably say ‘shellfish”, which seems apt. A recent craving for crustaceans took me to Essex, but not as you know it. Colchester’s Mersea Island is just five miles by two of tidal salt marsh
Crouch End – a new beginning
Formerly the Princess Alexandra, Villiers Terrace on Park Road, offers straight forward, seasonal modern British food alongside a carefully compiled wine list, premium beers and creative cocktails.Interior designer, Paul Daly, combines classic ‘local’ surroundings with distinguished glamour.
Galvin Brothers go larger still
Chris and Jeff Galvin today announce the forthcoming launch of their latest restaurant, based in the heart of the City. The restaurant, as yet unnamed, is based in the beautiful 19th century grade II listed St Botolph’s Hall in Spital Square, between Bishopsgate and Commercial Street. It will comprise three dining areas – a fine dining restaurant based in the main hall, a bar area in the old Curate’s House and an all day café with outdoor seating leading on to Spital Square.
The Chefs’ Room Fish And Cookery School – Cookery With A Capital C
FrancoTraruschio OBE the founder of the legendary Walnut Tree restaurant and exciting young executive chef James Sommerin of the Michelin starred Crown at Whitebrook and winner of the recent BBC 2 great British Menu Welsh heat, will be teaching hands-on cooking at the Chefs’Room, the new fish and cookery school in Blaenavon, South Wales.
Snap up some lobster at Mango Tree
Go along to the critically acclaimed, award winning Mango Tree restaurant from the 5th-19th June and help them celebrate all things lobster. This is a unique opportunity to experience lobster as never before, using the finest ingredients sourced from specialist suppliers.
Find your ideal state in 700 acres of Perthshire countryside
The Kinnaird Estate is a true hide-away and the ideal location for anyone looking for a breath of fresh air. Kinnaird Hotel & Estate is an opulent 18th century mansion, with charming estate cottages, nestled in 700 acres of Perthshire heartland.
Twotwentytwo restaurant London
In the gorgeous Landmark Hotel in London whilst the menu upstairs in The Winter Garden is all fine dining, downstairs the menu at the intimate and rather chic Twotwentytwo has all bases covered. Steaks for Mr Business Traveller? Check. Burgers for the timid eater and the sullen teen? Check. Caesar Salad for the American arriving in his time machine from 1970? Check.
Awana wine pairing dinner 10th June
Awana restaurant are proud to present an evening of food and wine pairing in association with Chateau de Campuget on Wednesday the 10th of June.
Wild Alaska Salmon, Carrot And Halloumi Burgers
These delicious and healthy burgers are just the thing for alfresco dining this summer.
Parma Ham Pitta Pizzas
These delicious treats are the perfect speedy snack. Made with bought pittas, topped with tomatoes, olives and grated mozzarella, then grilled and finished off with slices of Parma Ham – what could be simpler?