Food & Drink
Wild Rice & Mamasan restaurants opened in Soho
Thai food has hit the streets of Soho last week in the form of new restaurants, Wild Rice and Mamasan. Wild Rice is the ground floor restaurant focusing the menu on small plates to share, showcasing traditional, bold and vibrant Thai flavours, paired with seasonal British ingredients to create reinventions of classic dishes. The underground basement casual concept is Mamasan,...
Caffè Cinquanta brings masterful pasta and Italian dining to Baker Street
The Good Food Society has launched a brand new Italian restaurant in the heart of Baker Street – Caffè Cinquanta. With a focus on seasonal pasta dishes and classic cocktails, guests will be spoilt for choice! Alongside daily specials, signature dishes include Rigatoni alla Carbonara, Spaghetti Pomodoro con la n’duja, Zucchini Trombetta and Carciofi e Fava. Boasting light, vintage-style décor and inviting interiors inspired by classic 1950s Italian restaurants, Caffè Cinquanta will soon become a firm favourite with tourists and locals...
Celebrate Pride in London on July 6th with a Pride and Prosecco Beach Party at Bucket
Bucket is having a beach party! To celebrate Pride in London on July 6th and raise money for a great young charity, Westbourne Grove’s favourite beach-vibe seafood restaurant Bucket will be closing its doors to the public and kicking off the summer with a glass of Prosecco DOC, the sparkliest of Italian libations. From 6pm-1am Bucket will be home to summery...
Visiting the pubs from the silver screen
There are a number of pubs in the UK that have featured in a film. If you fancy ordering a pint at a watering hole from the silver screen, take a look through this guide of the UK’s best examples, courtesy of LPG gas tank supplier Flogas. The Beehive as The Horse & Groom Film: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the GalaxyIt was...
Regenerative Dining: The Food Movement That’s Giving Back to the Planet
Sustainability is no longer enough. The food world is shifting from “do less harm” to “leave it better than you found it.” Enter regenerative dining—a movement that’s about more than just ethical sourcing. It’s a philosophy where every ingredient, every dish, and every restaurant choice actively restores the planet. It’s the next evolution in how we eat, and trust me,...
You simply must try the Lava Stone Wagyu Steaks at Sakagura
SAKAGURA - London’s much-loved Japanese restaurant and bar on Heddon Street has launched a new Ishiyaki Stone Steak menu, presented to guests on a hot lava stone grilling plate, allowing diners to grill their meat just the way they like it with a Japanese Ishiyaki style twist. The launch of the Ishiyaki Stone Steak forms part of a brand new...
Turtle Bay Brixton Launch Secret Cocktail Menu for Christmas
Turtle Bay in Brixton is launching their Christmas "Secret Cocktail" menu launches on 19th November - get ready for a Caribbean Christmas! It’s all about serving up the magic of the Caribbean and Turtle Bay offers the ultimate alternative festive vibe with a Christmas that caters for celebrations of all sizes, durations and budgets.Secret Christmas Cocktail MenuA new collection of cocktails created especially for Christmas...
2-4-1 Thanksgiving Dinner by Jim Beam – Thurs 22nd – Fri 23rd November
To help bring Londoners together during the national US holiday, Jim Beam will be offering guests at Porky’s BBQ Bankside a Thanksgiving celebration for two, for just £20.00. The fun doesn’t stop there, Jim Beam and Porky's BBQ will be offering guests a full night of entertainment as they dine, with a live Blue Grass band on Thursday and a raft...
Tier 2 Lockdown: The best outdoor dining spaces
As London heads into the dreaded Tier Two lockdown, here’s a list of the best outdoor dining spaces where you can still enjoy a catch up with your mates. Signature cocktails and Italian flare at The Dorchester Terrace & GardenThe iconic London hotel houses the ultimate, picturesque alfresco hotspot. Cosy up under a warming heater and be soothed by the...
100 Wardour St presents new £6 ‘Six at Six’ cocktail menu
With the rule of 6 regularly hitting the news, 100 Wardour St thought why not make headlines with some new £6 cocktails? After all, it’s London Cocktail Month! The brand new Six at Six cocktail menu includes Pornstar Martini, Espresso Martini, Old Fashioned, Whisky Sour, Daiquiri and a Paloma, which means you can now get turnt at £6 a pop....
Steak lovers rejoice as Gaucho unveils new direction for its restaurants
Martin Williams (of M Restaurants) has taken over the lead at Gaucho and the group has introduced a brand new menu along with Martin has big plans for the restaurants. The plan includes a series of exciting events with world-class chefs across the Gaucho sites. The Gaucho group will remain a destination for top-quality Argentinian steaks, while also drawing on contemporary, modern flavours and the...
Butlers Wharf BBQ Feastival – Saturday 22nd September
D&D London’s Thames-side restaurant enclave at Butlers Wharf will be teaming up for the Butlers Wharf BBQ Feastival on Saturday 22nd September. Priced at £30 per person, ticketholders will be able to sample unlimited barbecue dishes from all four restaurants; Blueprint Café, Butlers Wharf Chophouse, Cantina del Ponte and Le Pont de la Tour, as well as one cocktail at the restaurant of their...
Blame it on the alcohol – Christmas drinks and cocktail gift set guide
Christmas is coming... That one time of year when we can drink, eat and be truly merry with our family and friends. And speaking of drinks, take a look at our Christmas drinks and cocktail gift set guide below. GREY GOOSE LA VANILLEAs a pioneer in coffee serves within the luxury spirits category, GREY GOOSE will further innovate in this space by...
Christmas Drinks – Our Lust List of Must-Have Drinks for the Festive Season
As the festive season approaches, it’s time to raise a glass and spread holiday cheer. Whether you’re hosting a gathering of family and friends or enjoying a cosy night in, our curated list of must-have Christmas drinks will ensure your celebrations are both merry and bright with the perfect Christmas beverages. December offers the ideal opportunity to indulge in drinks and...
Painted Black – Ella Canta celebrates Day of the Dead
To celebrate Day of the Dead this November, chef Martha Ortiz has created the striking Painted Black menu, which will be available at her Park Lane Mexican restaurant, Ella Canta, from 1-17 November. The eight-course menu has a continuous line of black running through each dish and is accompanied by stunning cocktails such as the Lady in Black margarita.Furthermore, from 1–3 November both the...
Chelsea FC Announces the Relaunch of its Popular Sports Bar and Restaurant
Chelsea Football Club, located at Stamford Bridge on the Fulham Road, has announced the relaunch of its popular sports bar and restaurant under its new name, Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill. The restaurant, which opened to the public on 14 June 2018, serves a new menu specialising in steaks cooked on a chargrill; as well as main plates such as BBQ...
Vegtoberfest is the UK’s first vegan Oktoberfest celebration taking place in Camden Town
Launching on Saturday 6th October at Camden’s exciting new venue Fest, Vegtoberfest is the UK's first vegan Oktoberfest celebration. The Bavarian-themed beer festival will couple the merry traditions of Oktoberfest with vegan-friendly beers, wines and street food.Oktoberfest is a beer festival first and foremost and Vegtoberfest is just that. Vegan-friendly Bavarian beers will sit alongside a handful of local...
The best new cocktail bar in Fitzrovia: Bandra Bhai
A stunning new cocktail bar has opened in Fitzrovia. The decor may look like a living room of a 1970s Indian grandmother but behind all the tackiness are tasty cocktails and mouth-watering nibbles. The smuggler den-themed bar is hidden below Fitzrovia-based Indian restaurant Pahli Hill.Where is it? 79-81 Mortimer St, W1W 7SJWhat to drink? If you're a cocktail connoisseur then this is...
OXO Tower Bar Terrace Unveils Japanese-Inspired Roku Gin Terrace
The House of Suntory has today announced the launch of a Japanese-inspired immersive gin garden on the OXO Tower Bar Terrace. Discerning drinkers will have the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive range of Roku gin cocktails overlooking the South Bank from Thursday 5 July until Thursday 30 August. What’s more, Japanese-inspired bar snacks that complement each drink have been specifically designed to enhance...
How To Know Your Go-To Winter Cafe Order
Walking into a café on a frosty winter morning, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sight of steaming mugs can instantly lift the spirits. But with so many options to choose from—coffee, teas, hot chocolate, and speciality drinks—deciding on your go-to order can feel like a challenge. Whether you’re craving something indulgent, need a caffeine kick, or simply want...
Korean BBQ comes to Bethnal Green East London
For those of you that live in the Bethnal Green or Shoreditch area, you can now experience and taste fantastic Yan Ji Korean Barbecue only a stone throw away from home. For those of you that don't live anywhere near Bethnal Green or Shoreditch, you can still pop down and give it a try (you won't regret it).It's time to...
Sell-out supper club Little Kolkata now open in Covent Garden
The team behind Little Kolkata are delighted to announce the launch of their first restaurant, now open on Shelton Street. The new addition to Covent Garden’s diverse dining scene celebrates everything that guests have come to love about the original sell-out supper clubs, whilst welcoming a more extensive Calcuttan menu, cocktail list and exclusive themed evenings. Co-founders Prabir Chattopadhyay and Biswajit Deb Das...
Bamboo Mat Stratford Review – A Peruvian-Japanese Fusion Feast
Nestled in the heart of Stratford's Olympic Village, Bamboo Mat brings a unique blend of Peruvian and Japanese flavours to an unexpected corner of East London. Though slightly off the beaten track, it's only a quick five-minute stroll from Stratford International Station, making it accessible yet tucked away enough to feel like a hidden gem.Bamboo Mat exudes a modern, minimalist...
Introducing British favs Gordon’s Pink Spritz and Pimm’s Spritz
Summer is the season of Spritz and the huge trend of the typically Venetian-style aperitif has now seen us Brits show off our own take on the drink. Introducing British favs Gordon’s Pink Spritz and Pimm’s Spritz – all the flavour of our favourite drinks topped with a splash of prosecco to make it extra special. See the recipes and unique tasting notes below –...
Vive La France! Where to celebrate Bastille Day in Style
With France, still in the world cup and Bastille Day fast approaching it's probably a good times to start seeking the best places to go and celebrate on this day. With GREY GOOSE vodka and French elderflower liqueur St-Germain, we have pulled together a plethora of Bastille Day events happening in the Capital that people can pop to in order to...
Alcotraz – The immersive cocktail experience is opening two new sites in Covent Garden and Brighton this October
Paying homage to cult TV shows like Orange Is the New Black and Prison Break, Alcotraz has cemented itself as one of London’s leading alternative nights out and is opening two new pop up sites this October!!! The immersive cocktail experience will open a pop-up site in Covent Garden on Friday 4th October and its first site outside of the...
World’s Best Bar The Broken Shaker to pop-up at Madison London for LCW 2018
Award-winning The Broken Shaker has taken Miami, Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York by storm and now, for the first time, Miami’s tropical hotspot is bringing its eclectic spirit to London for an exclusive pop-up at Madison London from Tuesday 2nd October - Friday 5th October. Equipped with a bespoke drinks menu from Bobby Eldridge, The Broken Shaker’s very own...
Fancy Crab hosts a bottomless brunch every Saturday and Sunday
Did you know that Fancy Crab hosts a bottomless brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm-5pm, for just £15 per person? Fancy Crab boasts low-key luxury, with a menu built around one very extraordinary ingredient - the Red King Crab.Located in Wigmore Street, just behind Selfridges, the Red King Crab is a rare delicacy known to break the bank. However, Fancy Crab...
Alphabet (Islington) launches new bottomless brunch
Alphabet, Upper Street’s newest cocktail bar and restaurant, brings its fresh take on bottomless brunch to Islington this Autumn. Launching on Saturday 22nd September, and available from 10am to 4pm every weekend thereafter, Alphabet’s brunch menu will include a range of Mediterranean influenced dishes, such as a full-English spiced up with merguez sausages or harissa eggs with mushroom, tomato and asparagus. The menu will...
Margarita Rumble the bottomless festival returns to London & Manchester 5th May 2019
Taking place at London Fields Arches on 5th May, Margarita Rumble is a bottomless festival that pits, top bars and mixologists against each other to find the UK’s best tequila cocktail. The festival is split into 2-hour sessions where guests can enjoy bottomless margaritas and vote on their all-time favourite once they’ve gone around each one!Entertainment will be provided by...