The National Gallery Cafe Brunch. Have you ever found yourself at a gallery or museum wanting to stay longer to see more, but knowing that you need some food, only to be disappointed with a selection of sad limp cling-film wrapped sandwiches? I know that I have. The good news is that many of our […]
Everything is coming up Rosy – How to celebrate National Rosé Day
Is Crab and Fennel Risotto the perfect pink wine pairing? Are you one of those people who says, “I don’t like rosé”? Maybe an early experience with a sweet Portuguese rose or even the awful White Zin has stopped you venturing into this increasingly popular wine type. Did you know that in Greek and Roman […]
The Ivy, Chelsea Garden Joins the Show
The Ivy on the King’s Road is as pretty as a picture. The original Ivy in the heart of London’s’ West End has been a favourite of celebrities for years; with accomplished cooking and a great location, it’s easy to see why. It’s also renowned for being a restaurant where it’s very difficult to secure […]
Park’s Edge Bar and Kitchen – Excellence in Herne Hill
A Classy Kitchen and Bar near Brockwell Park. As you may guess, the name of the venue indicates where it’s located. Yes, Park’s Edge Bar and Kitchen faces onto the lovely Brockwell Park. This is an area of London with which I’m very familiar. My father was born and grew up on a few hundred […]
Sunday Garden Brunch has arrived at the Montagu Kitchen
A Garden Brunch in the Heart of London. Despite living less than a 30-minute drive from Chartwell, Winston Churchill’s retreat in Kent, it’s many years since I’ve visited. Bringing the essence of Chartwell’s gardens into Marylebone is an inspired idea. One that we found to be executed brilliantly at The Montagu Kitchen by […]
Ladies Day at Epsom – more than just a reason to get glammed up
Epsom Ladies Day – the London Season Investec Ladies Day is taking place on 31st May at Epsom racecourse. The races at Epsom date back to 1780, and are one of the most exciting flat race events to attend. Watching racing on TV never really captures the drama and excitement of being at the race […]
Chelsea Flower Show, Jardin Blanc and great hotels – LaLiT or Nadler Kensington
Chelsea Flower Show Preview and Recommended Hotels: Nothing heralds the start of the summer in London like the Chelsea Flower Show. An amazing and inspirational experience for mere amateurs, like me. The show gardens have been planned a year in advance, and all the plants brought to the point of perfection for the show; […]
The Abbeville – laid back ambience in Clapham
The Abbeville Renewed – Local Pub Abbeville Village, Clapham. There is something rather lovely about a local pub. You’re likely to bump into people you know or make some new friends in the area. The Abbeville in Clapham has just undergone a major make-over, aiming to achieve the perfect ambience coupled with a great […]
Mr Todiwala’s Kitchen comes to Docklands
Cyrus Todiwala takes on Docklands. Cyrus Todiwala is a familiar face on our TV screens; more than just a TV chef, he’s a successful restaurateur, entrepreneur, and known for his charitable works. The London Unattached team have enjoyed eating at his other restaurants, Café Spice Namaste and Asado (now closed). So we were more than […]
Thai Fish Curry – Dourthe sets the bar high in Bordeaux.
Dourthe Wines from Bordeaux and a Thai Red Fish Curry: It’s always fun to try new wines and play with food pairings. So I was thrilled to be sent a selection of Dourthe wines from Bordeaux to do just that. I’m particularly pleased with my pairing of a white Bordeaux with a Thai Red Fish […]