22
May
2009
Brouge Bistro and Belgian Beer Cellar
Had it been a cold winter’s night, I would no doubt have relished this cosy establishment with its cellar-like set up
20
May
2009
The Landmark Hotel’s twotwentytwo
With dark panelling and bulky, jester-print armchairs, the dining room resembles ‘Hélène Darroze at The Connaught’
18
May
2009
Battersea’s Brunel Bar
On Battersea Bridge Road a famous English engineering dynasty is being paid tribute with style, music, great food, and gorgeous cocktails
17
May
2009
Sam’s Brasserie & Bar for Brunch in Chiswick
What about a breakfast date? A compelling argument aint necessary; you either buy into it straightaway or not at all. I figured, why not?
13
May
2009
Beautiful Swan or Ugly Ducking?
I was intrigued by the fact they weren’t finished because they were ‘laying the floor, made entirely of scrabble tiles’. So far, so weird chic
11
May
2009
Earls Court’s Real Food Festival
The Real Food Festival hopes good food is here to stay, but seems caught somewhere between business and ethos
9
May
2009
Weekend Brunch at Harrison’s in Balham
The vibe is unpretentious and friendly, but it retains a certain classic charm
8
May
2009
Islington’s Tortilla: Mexican to Go
Supping on braised pork burritos at a Mexican restaurant in the midst of a swine flu crisis may not be on everyone’s list of top London dining experiences
4
May
2009
Imli for Indian in Soho
Menu highlights include battered spicy squid, and lamb sautéed in sesame oil with chillies, coconut and spices
1
May
2009
Wine Tasting at South Bank’s Vinopolis
We tried a few nice, a few ok, and a couple of horrid wines, before following our tokens to the gin bar for a cocktail
