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Doggy Saturday at Gaucho Hampstead

What They Say

Four-legged friends are welcome at Gaucho Hampstead every day of the week. Water is always provided, and on the first Saturday of each month, dogs can enjoy food from a specially crafted three course “A La Bark” menu – like A La Carte but for furry friends! The A La Bark menu is available… Read more →

Sunday lunch at Sam’s Waterside, Brentford

The Blurb

During the pandemic, the Brentford Project was, essentially a building site by the river. I visited one time to get one of the best hair revamps of my life from Timothy David in his portable Airstream. I remember thinking at the time that the place had potential, but it was a bit out of my way and… Read more →

Cocotte, Richmond

The Blurb

There are few things in life more joyful in life than a roast chicken. I’ve often lamented the fact that whilst it’s practically a national dish, it’s almost impossible to find it on a menu in a British restaurant (except for on Sundays). And there are many ways to enjoy roast chicken, in… Read more →

Yauatcha, City & Soho

The Blurb

Yauatcha, the Cantonese all-day dining restaurant offers first-class dim sum, cocktails, tea, and European patisserie. Opened in 2004 by Alan Yau, famous for Wagamama, Busaba and Hakkasan, Yauatcha was awarded a Michelin Star in 2005 which it subsequently lost in 2019. But never mind,… Read more →

A Spanish Culinary Journey: Date Night at Reineta & Rayuela

Reineta

My recent date night at Reineta and its sister restaurant, Rayuela, was an experience that felt both refined and effortlessly inviting. My fiancée and I began our evening at Reineta, where the atmosphere was warm and relaxed, setting the perfect tone for an evening of vibrant Spanish flavours… Read more →

Akira Back at Mandarin Oriental, Mayfair

What They Say

Born in Korea and raised in Aspen, Colorado, Akira Back brings a sense of adventure and boundless creativity to his culinary creations in global destinations. Blending Japanese and Korean cuisine in mouthwateringly creative dishes, this is the first UK venture of the internationally… Read more →