A story on the table – Peter Joseph’s cooking never fails to be a best seller. Do you have a favourite Indian restaurant in London? One that’s tucked away and perhaps not as well known as it should be? For me, that’s Kahani – back for the third time, I realised that I have never […]
Colonel Saab Tasting Menu Review
Luxury Indian dining with a difference Colonel Saab is an enchanting contemporary Indian restaurant with an interior unlike any other. Situated in the heart of central London, it’s conveniently nestled between Holborn, Soho and Covent Garden, in a Grade II listed building which was once home to the Holborn Town Hall. Colonel Saab has just […]
Kanishka by Atul Kochhar – Tasting Menu Review
Elegant and Impressive Indian Dining at Kanishka, Mayfair. Do you love tasting menus as much as me? Tiny portions of food that take you on a journey, teasing your senses and awakening your palate… When done well, as here at Kanishka, a tasting menu can be the best way to really understand the ethos and […]
Chourangi, Marble Arch
Bringing the food of Calcutta to London – Chourangi. In London, it’s quite possible to live life vicariously, as close to being an international traveller as it gets, without leaving The Old Smoke. Travel to Lima or to France, Sri Lanka or South Africa through your palate and enjoy the flavours and aromas of places […]
Copper Chimney – Review
Stylish Indian dining at Copper Chimney, Shepherds Bush It used to be that ‘smart’ Indian dining meant a trip to Chelsea or Belgravia to eat at Tamarind, Kahani, Zaika, Benares or Chutney Mary. The same food could often be found in Southall for a fraction of the price, but I guess that isn’t the point. […]
Kahani Bottomless Brunch – Review
A Feast-Like Bottomless Brunch at Kahani, Sloane Square: Sometimes you come away from a bottomless brunch wishing you’d had one more glass of prosecco, or just one last bite of something before leaving. Kahani in Sloane Square is not that kind of brunch. After this particular ‘bottomless’, you will probably need rolling back out onto […]
PURE Indian Restaurant
PURE Indian – Beyond a neighbourhood Indian Restaurant at Putney Bridge We first reviewed this modern Indian restaurant back in 2017, describing it as a jewel. Since then, we’ve been back informally several times and recommended it to friends (some travelled from Stockholm with PURE firmly on their itinerary) who’ve been equally delighted by the […]
Masalchi – Review
Masalchi Scores in Wembley Atul Kochhar is one of the key figures in transforming the perception of Indian cuisine in the UK. The two-Michelin-starred chef showcased his innovative approach at legendary restaurants including Tamarind and Benares. Atul has now expanded his restaurant portfolio under the brand Atul Kochhar Restaurants with Vassu and Sindhu at The […]
Kahani Chelsea – Tasting Menu Review
A Story in Food – Kahani by Peter Joseph There are some restaurants in London where I know I am guaranteed a feast. Kahani, an Indian restaurant discretely located behind Sloane Square and a minute or two from Cadogan Hall is a great example. Peter Joseph, the Michelin starred chef from Tamarind, set up Kahani […]
Namaaste Highgate – Review
Indian Street Food for Highgate Ladies With his restaurants Salaam Namaste in Bloomsbury and Namaaste Kitchen in Camden Town, chef-patron Sabbir Karim helped to create the new wave of Indian restaurants in London offering a lighter and more refined take on the subcontinent’s cuisine. His third London restaurant, Namaaste Highgate, situated in the heart of […]