Nostalgic Pub Food in Covent Garden Covent Garden Market has as many bars and restaurants as shops these days, and lurking at one end of the lower courtyard is Mr Fogg’s Market Tavern. It’s dark and intimate inside with hidey-hole booth seating; one might almost be inside the galleon of a pirate ship. It was […]
The Ivy Chelsea Garden
Golden Summer Dining at The Ivy on King’s Road What could be nicer than a long lazy lunch on a summertime terrace dappled with sunshine, catching up with an old friend? Time slips past before you realise you’ve spent three hours dining at The Ivy Chelsea Garden. Much like Titanic (the film), the first half […]
A London Institution – Rules Restaurant
Traditional British Fare in a Traditional Setting at Rules Restaurant – London’s Oldest Dining Establishment If someone asks me where in London they can try the kind of food I grew up eating, then Rules restaurant comes top of the list. Brought up in the country, where my dad was the family doctor for a […]
Best of British Restaurants in London
Where to find the finest British Restaurants in London. Looking for the best British restaurants in London? As someone who writes regularly about London restaurants, I remain ambivalent about the sheer number of new openings introducing diners to an ever-expanding range of cuisines. Georgian food? London has it covered. Japanese? The capital now boasts Michelin-starred […]
The Sharing Roast at Pivot, Covent Garden
Just in time for Burns Night celebrations, we check out Pivot restaurant’s sharing roast There are places in Covent Garden you wouldn’t necessarily notice. This particular part of London is full of the obvious, the visibly glamorous and the hyped must-visit. Yet there are still places where you can eat well, enjoy a great atmosphere, […]
Enjoy your game at The Jugged Hare
London-unattached has previously expressed the team’s admiration for The Jugged Hare, the excellent game restaurant at the edge of the City, sitting conveniently across the road from London’s Barbican Arts Centre. As the evenings start to draw in and the salads of summer are replaced with autumn’s richer, comfort foods, don’t forget that late summer still offers many highlights. The question is, with the annual shooting season underway, are you game for grouse?
The Newman Arms – Traditional Pub in Fitzrovia
Tucked away on a quiet corner of Fitzrovia, The Newman Arms is more than just another London pub – it’s a slice of the city’s history. With roots stretching back to 1730, this pint-sized spot blends old-world charm with a modern flair. Whether you’re popping in for one of their legendary pies or simply soaking in the atmosphere with a pint in hand, The Newman Arms offers a refreshingly authentic escape from the city’s sleeker watering holes.
Ultimate Beef Wellington Experience at the Peninsula London
The superbly luxurious 5 Sstar Peninsula Hotel in London has a ‘Beef Wellington Experience’ which you can enjoy at lunchtime from Friday through to Sunday
Gordon Ramsay’s Savoy Grill
One of London’s most iconic restaurants, The Savoy Grill has always had a special place in my heart. At a time when a revolution was happening in the city with the growth of restaurants showcasing all kinds of cuisine, the Savoy Grill was a beacon of traditionalism and heritage.
Peach Melba Frangipane Tart
A marriage made in heaven – Peach Melba Tart. Two heritage dishes come together in this peach melba tart with Courvoisier cream, a delicious and easy dessert that can be made almost entirely from store cupboard ingredients. The lynch-pin is a jar of Peaches in Courvoisier – something I keep on hand in the larder […]