Celebrating London Wine Week at The Real Greek Soho
Spread the loveOn the list of things I love in life, Greek food and wine rank pretty highly. As such, I was delighted to be invited to the launch of The Real Greek Soho’s new wine menu in celebration of London Wine Week (13-19 May). When I heard “new wine menu” I assumed that meant…
Chef’s table with Chef Tam at Patara Soho
Spread the loveIt takes talent and skills to take on a traditional cuisine like Thai and making it contemporary and modern. Chef Tam, Chudaree Debhakam, obviously has buckets of both. It’s not often that a chef can successfully deliver on a fusion menu without compromising on flavour and stepping on tradition. Chef Tam hosted a…
Handmade soba, Contemporary Sushi, Wagyu Yakitori at Aqua Kyoto’s Endless Champagne Brunch
Spread the loveThe champagne flutes are topped up as soon as we are seated for brunch. Every place is set with their specially commissioned ceramic tipped chopsticks. You will find this theme throughout the meal at Aqua Kyoto, where every detail is innovative and original. If you are looking for a place that is special…
Catalan Calcatoda at Morada Brindisa
Spread the love Calcots are not spring onions. Don’t ever say that to a Catalan. These forced onions are such a speciality that they hold massive feasts to celebrate their arrival. This feast, the Calcotada, is so popular in Spain and in the last few years, the Calcots fever has hit London too. Brindisa is…
Street Food Union Rupert Street Soho
Spread the loveStreet Food Union is situated on the site of a Victorian market on Rupert Street in Soho. In a typically quaint London fashion, their license is based on old Victorian market regulations. What you will find is a curated group of street food vendors who are selected for their quality, authenticity and diversity. Very…
Muga’s delicious Miso Ramen
Spread the loveI was mourning the loss of the Ramen Shop in the basement of the Mitsukoshi Department Store in Picadilly. They used to serve the most authentic and best ramen in town. I’m so glad to say that there is a new contender, Muga. This little shop opened without the fanfare like those new…
Zingy Luxardo Cocktails at Obica Soho
Spread the loveLuxardo hosted a really fun evening of cocktails paired with some superior Italian plates at the Obica Mozzarella Bar on Poland Street. Luxardo’s Brand ambassador “G” Franklin was mixing up some truly inventive cocktails. Luxardo started off making their renowned Maraschino Cherry Liquer in 19C which is still being produced to the original recipe…
