South American Buzz at COYA Angel Court: It was at COYA Mayfair, on Picadilly that I tasted my first Pisco Sour. Love at first sip, the tart citrussy drink is the way I start any South American meal given half a chance. Coya Angel Court has clearly recognised the potential of the Pisco Sour and their […]
Lima Floral – a Peruvian Outpost in Covent Garden
Peruvian Supper at Lima Floral Covent Garden: A trip to the Summer Exhibition should be rounded off by dramatic, colourful food. Lima has long been on my wish list – although I’ve sampled their food at some of London’s food festivals, I’ve never actually had a full meal. And I do love Ceviche. So, […]
Senor Ceviche – How charming to meet you in Fitzrovia
A Peruvian in Fitzrovia – Senor Ceviche: I have a confession to make about Peruvian restaurants; until a couple of years ago, I had no idea that Peruvian cuisine had become so popular in London. Asked to attend a Pisco Sour evening in one on Frith Street, I bowled into the first Peruvian restaurant that I […]
Coya Mayfair Review
A little bit of Peru in London – Coya Mayfair: South American food has been a fashionable favourite in London recently. And Coya, opened last November in Mayfair, capitalises on the trend with poise and elegance. As you walk through the heavy front door on Piccadilly, you are greeted by a spectacular chandelier lighting your […]
Simple Ceviche
An easy ceviche recipe: This is an easy way to make something quite special. Ceviche is something you could make for a light meal, or serve as a starter. I made mine with monkfish because it is what I had in the fridge but I’ve eaten it made with scallops and I’ve seen recipes for […]