June 25, 2014
Alexander & James, a luxury online shopping platform for spirits connoisseurs and gift buyers, has collaborated with legendary butcher Allens of Mayfair to create the ultimate at-home summer party package.
The Mixology at Home experience will allow the party host and his guests to sit back… Read more →
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Benihana 50th Anniversary
June 5, 2014
While Benihana is certainly a staple on the London dining scene, you might be forgiven for not realising quite how long the Japanese steakhouse has been around. Hiroaki ‘Rocky’ Aoki started the restaurant chain in 1964, making 2014 their 50th anniversary, having grown in the meantime… Read more →
Russell Norman opens new Polpo in Notting Hill
June 3, 2014
Russell Norman, of London restaurateur fame, is exploring west for his first neighbourhood outpost, Polpo Notting Hill. Twice the size of any other Polpo predecessor, the new site also has a large bar and a license to serve drinks without food, a first for the growing Polpo family, which Norman hopes… Read more →
New Light Summer Menu at Prezzo
May 22, 2014
Although the weather is still a little schizophrenic, the whispers of summer’s approach are harder to ignore by the day, with bursts of heat and sun growing in length and brilliance. Prezzo has just released the perfect complement to this heavier, more Mediterranean weather, in its new summer… Read more →
Borough Wines Goes West with New Shop Launch
May 15, 2014
There’s no better way to enjoy the longer summer evenings than relaxing with a well-selected glass of wine in the sun, and west Londoners now have a fresh opportunity to do so: the new Borough Wines branch in Kensal Rise will offer a range of wines by the glass alongside a tasting menu designed by… Read more →
Poker Stars Gamble on Grapes
May 8, 2014
It’s well-known that you have to spend money to make money. No one knows this better than professional poker players. They can gain and lose thousands in the blink of an eye. But on the days they walk away successful, they can be awarded huge amounts. With the correct investments, players can use… Read more →
Edible Garden Afternoon Tea Inspired by Chelsea Flower Show
April 28, 2014
For those not able to get to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year, InterContinental London Westminster has created an Edible Garden-themed afternoon tea, celebrating 101 years of this quintessentially English seasonal tradition.
Partnering with Laurent-Perrier Champagne, and mirroring the… Read more →
Poppy’s Place Opens for All-Day ‘Farm-to-Table’ Dining
April 28, 2014
Poppy’s Place, a new destination for all-day dining in Fulham, is now open and serving up seasonal farm-to-table breakfast, brunch and lunch options during the day and steak-focused, robust British flavours at night.
Set in light, eclectic surroundings filled with vintage furniture and… Read more →
Learn to Make Sauerkraut at Planet Organic
April 11, 2014
Learn how to make your own Sauerkraut as you nibble on raw cheeses and fruit chutney at Planet Organic’s free Raw Fermentation 101 event this month on Westbourne Grove.
Raw fermentation experts Amy Levin AKA ‘Ooosha’ and ‘The Raw Chef’ Russell James will demonstrate recipes and… Read more →
Italian Al Fresco with Carluccio’s Picnic Hampers
April 11, 2014
Now that summer’s firmly on its way, take advantage of the warm weather to get out and enjoy the west London parks with Carluccio’s new picnic hampers, which promise a ‘taste of Italy’ with a freshly-prepared three-course meal for two. Having sampled these delights, I can attest to their provenance.… Read more →