The beef got a bit overdone, but Nick Harman loves lunch with fellow foodies at the Guinea Grill to sample some of the best of our island produce in quintessentially British surroundings
Truffle season hits London’s restaurants
With all the talk of chocolate week you may have forgotten that the word truffle means more than just a sweet cocoa dusted ball! October marks the start of truffle season and London’s restaurants are already featuring special truffle dishes on their menus.
‘Egg-citing recipes’ for British Egg Week
The great thing about omelettes is their versatility, almost any filling can be added (sweet or savoury) and they’re good for you too. Check out these egg-cellent British Egg Week recipes!
English tomato consommé recipe
Here’s a simple and satisfying recipe for an English tomato consommé. It’s warming, comforting and delicious, plus it’s perfect for a dinner party starter or lazy supper.
Claire Clark Afternoon Tea at Harvey Nichols extended
Due to popular demand the Claire Clark Afternoon Tea at Harvey Nichols’ Fifth Floor Restaurant has been extended until 10th October. Claire has taken inspiration for her unique Afternoon Tea from her childhood favourites and created a mountain of nostalgic treats that please the eye just as much as the taste buds.
New Japanese restaurant Watatsumi opening late 2010
Watatsumi is a brand new high end Japanese restaurant opening in London at the end of 2010. Whilst traditional Japanese ingredients will go into the dishes, innovative presentation and bold new recipes will help take the restaurant in a new direction.
The County Arms, Wandsworth
Adjacent to the green pastures of Wandsworth Common, The County Arms is the perfect place to kick back with a pint of bitter and enjoy a roaring fire with friends.
Luxury chocolate afternoon tea at The Botanist
In celebration of Chocolate Week, 11th-17th October, The Botanist on Sloane Square are offering a limited edition luxury Chocolate Afternoon Tea.
New Autumn menu at Brasserie Joël
Famed for his classic bistro dishes combining seasonal ingredients with the expertise he’s gained from 30 years of working in the best kitchens in the world, Joël Antunes has devised a new Autumn menu at Brasserie Joël.
Game to eat at The Fire Stables, Wimbledon
The blue lights flashing through the Fire Stables in Wimbledon Village from the Paramedic car parked outside are too little, too late. The dead bodies lined up on the table are beyond help; they won’t be flying again.