Lena an authentic Italian bar and restaurant provides a real taste of Italy in London’s vibrant Shoreditch. Named after owner, Alex Foley’s mother the restaurant is a tribute to her and encompasses everything an Italian restaurant should be: a meeting point for family and friends. Alex currently presides over the successful bar and venue The Chapel Bar in Islington but has always wanted his own restaurant in which to reflect his Italian up bringing and passion for his home country.
Sushinho opens on the King’s Road
Inspired by two unique cultures and cuisines, sushinho will combine Brazilian chic with the elegance and efficiency of Japan. It’s opens on the King’s Road in Chelsea and will undoubtedly be a hit with diners looking for something a bit different.
The Clissold Grocer
Just opened on Fortis Green in Muswell Hill, The Clissold Grocer is a great new delicatessen and grocery shop from the owners of The Clissold Arms gastro pub next door.
Artisan du Chocolat at Selfridges
Artisan du Chocolat is set to launch their second and long awaited shop on 10th November, a luxury concession at Selfridges on Oxford Street situated on the ground floor in the confectionery hall.
Nordic cuisine renaissance with Madsen
Aiming to bring a new Scandinavian food experience to London, Madsenhas opened at 20 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, SW7. Conceived by Charlotte Kruse Madsen, a talented caterer who has been running her own catering company here in London, Madsen Food for two years, the restaurant is the fulfilment of a precise and specific aspiration
Chilango opens in London
After the success of the cheap-and-cheerful Benito’s Hat in Goodge Street, the latest budget burrito emporium goes by the name of Chilango and boasts an enviable location in the heart of the City.
Wahaca Westfield – Mexican market-style eating
Thomasina Mier’s award-winning Wahaca has just opened its second venue in London’s hotly anticipated Westfield Shopping Centre in Shepherds Bush. She has already won the hearts of Mexican food fans with her market-style street food at the original branch in Covent Garden.
Ping Pong settles into the Square Mile
Following on from successful launches in Hampstead and St Katharine Docks, dim sum specialists Ping Pong are celebrate the launch of two City branches this Autumn. The first opened on Bread Street, in the shadow of St Mary-le-Bow’s Church this September, giving local suits the chance to take a break from the credit crunch to savour Ping Pong’s affordable and delicious cuisine. Read more
DEEP’s smorgasbord
Located in the waterside location of Imperial Wharf, London SW6, DEEP, a seafood restaurant and bar, offers a luxurious dining experience by combining Scandinavian influences with classical Francophile dishes. Read more
Da Scalzo Brasserie and Gallery
Enzo and Robert Scalzo, two of the brothers behind the success of Patisserie Valerie, have opened a new all-day brasserie and gallery in London’s Belgravia. Located on Elizabeth Street. Read more