From the outside, the Tommyfield certainly looks the part; smartly decked out in black, with large windows, and on a prominent corner plot, it’s very inviting. Like its sister venues, the Tommyfield offers good food and drink in smart, casual surroundings, delivered by friendly, efficient staff.
The Saucy Fish Co. launches fishcakes with sauce filling
The Saucy Fish Co., who pride themselves on the high fish content in their products, has launched two new fishcakes that contain a sauce filled centre. The new flavours are Salmon and Hollandaise and Smoked Haddock and Davidstow Cheddar®.
Leiths launches guest chef series
Leiths School of Food and Wine has announced a new series of one day cookery classes with renowned guest chefs.
Fortnum & Mason offering £15 menus
From now until the 13th March 2011, Fortnum & Mason are offering £15 two-course menus across their restaurants (St James’s, The Gallery and The Fountain) and a special menu in the wine bar. And for every £15 meal purchased, they will donate £1 to The Prince’s Trust.
Imli, an Indian ‘tapas’ restaurant in London’s Soho
If you’re not in the income bracket that can afford to eat at Tamarind, the Michelin-starred Indian in Mayfair, you can at least afford to eat at Tamarind’s little sibling Imli in London’s Soho. Food here is light on the pocket but also light on the stomach.
Sexy porridge?
When you think of sensual experiences, porridge might not be the first thing that comes to mind, unless it involves nudity and spatula. But that might change when you try Rude Health’s Valentine’s porridge recipes.
Vagabond wines – a taster or a glass?
Together with a select group of food and drink writers I was invited recently to Vagabond Wines to sample some of the wines that owner, Stephen Finch, considered particularly special among those he has on sale at this unique, perhaps groundbreaking shop.
Great British Eatery, Broadway Plaza, Birmingham
It may have been allegedly replaced in the nation’s affections by curry, but a well made portion of fish and chips still has the power to delight the discerning diner. Marcus Sedghi, a Birmingham boy, loves his local chippy and not just because it’s licensed either
Valentine’s Day wines for around £6 a bottle
With Valentine ’s Day fast approaching you might be looking for a nice bottle of bubbly or something pink and lovely to share with your loved one on the day itself, or over the weekend that runs up to it. We tasted four wines, all at around the £6 mark, that might be just what you are looking for.
Savour St. Valentine’s from the Comfort of Your Home
There is another option to booking an expensive restaurant carte this Valentine’s day: learn to cook a delicious and romantic three act supper for your partner with School of Food, the fresh, new cookery which comes direct to your home kitchen.