The London Fine Meat Company was established in late 2009. Stuart Ferretti, who owns the company, has a long history in the meat industry and his initial intention in setting it up was to supply the restaurant trade in and around London with quality meats. Earlier this year Stuart took the step of supplying to the public direct and having heard about this I decided to give his service a road test.
Costa Launch New Costa Light Coffee
At less than 80 calories for a primo serving (the smallest cup size) Costa Light involves a new production technique of adding Costa’s Mocha Italia espresso to skimmed milk in its own jug, and frothing, which creates a milder, lighter coffee.
The Three Stags, Kennington Road, London
Sitting on the corner of the crossroads with the Imperial War Museum opposite, The Three Stags could best be described as a prime example of an old London pub. Although walking into the pub was a little like walking into a time warp, we had a great time there and enjoyed some really good food. Given that we arrived there at 7.00 pm and didn’t leave until almost closing time, that says it all.
The Bonnie and Wild London Restaurant
The Bonnie and Wild is a simple idea done well – take quality and don’t muck about with it and do it all in an informal setting. This was opening night and any slight mistakes will hopefully be fixed in time for the next Saturday. Don’t forget to bring your own bottle and reservations are a must.
Street Kitchen – they’re on their mobile!
Having successfully launched at last year’s London Restaurant Festival, Street Kitchen is out of its garage and will be hitting the streets, popping up at various locations this summer, kicking off with Finsbury Avenue Square at the British Land / Blackstone-owned Broadgate, the premier office campus in the City.
Awana’s Seafood Festival
Malaysian restaurant Awana is celebrating the very best of the sea by hosting a two-week Seafood Festival from Monday 4th – Sunday 17th July. The restaurant’s head chef, Virasamy Poliah has devised a mouth-watering feast, blending exotic flavours and traditional Malaysian ingredients.
Deluxe Bento Boxes at Great Eastern Dining Room
The newly launched four-strong selection of Japanese-inspired bento boxes offers a snapshot of the restaurant’s contemporary Asian menus. Summery Duck and Watermelon Salad, Maki Rolls and Black Cod and Yuzu Miso – all favourites from the Great Eastern Dining Room – make an appearance on the bento menu alongside superior Sushi and Sashimi and classic Tempura.
The Capability, contemporary but classic food in the contemporary but classic surroundings
In the depths of Syon Park’s rolling green, the new Waldorf Astoria brings the luxury hotel brand to Middlesex. We went to the in-house restaurant, the Capability, for an evening of comfort, gorgeous food and impeccable service. It would be a shame to restrict visits there to high days and holidays.
Give peas a chance
A pea picked from your own plot though is another matter. As long as you don’t leave them in the fridge for days then you have the only pea that’s better than a frozen one. The pods burst open with a crisp crack and a little spray of moisture hits your hands. Quickly rattle the peas out into a bowl, toss the pod into your bucket for the compost heap or for stock and sing along to your favourite tune on the radio
Cakey Perry High Tea
Cakey Perry is a unique culinary experience entirely inspired by the Katy Perry’s California Girl’s video which is set in a fantasy Candyland landscape.