A vibrant taste of India in Camden Town: Chai Thali opened in February 2017. Tucked away in the back streets of Camden Town, a short walk from Mornington Crescent tube station is this excellent, authentic Indian restaurant serving delicious street food. Having recently returned from a trip to Goa I was delighted to be invited […]
DUM Biryani House – Review
Basement Biryani blowout in Soho: I was really excited to be invited to review Dum Biryani House, a new casual Indian restaurant in the heart of Soho focusing both on Hyderabadi Biryani as well as snacks, and starters from the Andhra Pradesh region. I’m not a specialist in Indian gastronomy but was aware that many […]
Cocktails and More at Talli Joe
Pauwas and Chakhnas at Talli Joe: Talli Joe is one of the newer establishments on Shaftesbury Avenue – one that you really need to know about. I was there to sample the ‘Pauwas and Chakhnas’ menu. In case you’re wondering what that means, it roughly translates to “a quarter bottle of a cocktail and a […]
The Bazaar comes to Liverpool Street – Anise gets a new look
Anise at Cinnamon Kitchen – The Bazaar: I’m a huge fan of Vivek Singh, a chef who has helped elevate Indian cuisine away from the old “3 pot” curry houses of the 1970s and 1980s and into fine dining. The Cinnamon Club is a favourite of mine for a special treat, and it always meets […]
Dishoom Covent Garden, Indian Cafe Review
Travels with My God Daughter – Dishoom Covent Garden: Dishoom has been on my restaurant wishlist for a while now. I may not be any kind of expert on Indian cuisine, but the idea of a Bombay Cafe in the centre of London seemed smart. And, it comes recommended by a lot of people who […]