Food & Drink News

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 →

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 →

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 →

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, 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 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 →

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 →

This Father’s Day (Sunday 15 June), Suntory Whisky has embraced furoshiki (a Japanese scarf used to wrap gifts; furoshiki literally translates as ‘cloth for the bath’). For its Yamazaki (mild with fruit), Hakushu (fresh with citrus notes) and Hibiki (exuberant) whiskies, Suntory… Read more →

If you’re looking for an inspirational cooking course then Leiths School of Food and Wine should have it – they now offer over 170 courses. They’ve expanded their Teenagers courses, created a new knife skills Slice and Dice evening course, and will be welcoming some amazing guests… Read more →

This month, the UK will celebrate all things mum-related while some of London’s best-known faces and spaces will come together to raise funds and awareness for the Breast Health International Fund for Living Buns for Mums appeal, united by a mutual love of buns and their mums. Tom Aikens will be selling… Read more →