London’s restaurant incubator and the designer Tom Dixon, have teamed up to launch a 40 seater in Ladbroke Grove. The premise is to provide a platform for young start-up restaurants, to “demo†their ideas. First up in the space is Pao Wow: light, modern Indian food.
Crockers Folly
Crocker’s Folly is brought to us from the guys behind the much-loved Lebanese chain, Maroush. The Grade II listed building it inhabits was once home to a hotel and Victorian gin palace. Last week, after ten years of abandonment, followed by a period of intricate restoration, it opened to the public once again.
The Fat of The Land
Pigs and parmesan aren’t enough for the people of Emilia Romagna, Italy, they want to have their art and eat it too. Nick Harman heads out to sample a bit of both.
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon’s six course white truffle menu
Head Chef Xavier Boyer at Michelin-starred L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, London, has created a celebratory six course white truffle menu including a special’Truffle Fashion’ cocktail to demonstrate the versatility of this prized ingredient.
The Glenrothes Distillery – An insight into the world of whisky
Leaving the bustle of London far behind, Nik Speller heads north of the border to The Glenrothes Distillery for a fascinating insight into the world of making (and tasting) whisky.
Selin Kiazim arrives at Carousel for three week residency
Selin Kiazin is preparing for a three-week residency in the kitchen of new Marylebone favourite, Carousel (71 Blandford St).
Dan Doherty – Duck and Waffle: Recipes and stories
As Dan Doherty’s new and eagerly awaited Duck & Waffle cook book hits the shelves, Nik Speller ascends Heron Tower to have a word with Londons 24 hour chef
New Autumn/Winter Menu from Gaucho
Gaucho’s Executive Chef, Brett Duarte, has declared that autumn “is the season to try something newâ€Â. His seasonal menu, available at all Gaucho restaurants, features a selection of dishes that showcase Argentina’s distinctly European food heritage combined with the best of Argentine culinary technique,
Tequila Fest 2014
Tequila Fest 2014 runs from Saturday 22nd to Sunday 23rd November. Tickets are priced at £15.00 per person and include sampling of all Mezcals and Tequilas in the show, as well as entrance to all the seminars and master classes. Nik Speller gets a preview.
Fire and Feathers
A passionate, independent peri-peri chicken restaurant where you don’t have to get your own drinks