Inko Nito restaurant – a hit in Soho For any observer of the upmarket London restaurant scene, chef and restaurateur Rainer Becker is a major player. His flagship concepts such as Zuma and Roka have been rolled out internationally to locations as diverse as Hong Kong, Istanbul, Rome, Dubai and New York. So, when I was […]
Sushi in the City – The Devonshire Club
Japanese inspired Bottomless Brunch at the Devonshire Club: The London Bottomless Brunch is a wonderful thing when it unfolds as something far closer to a tasting menu than breakfast. And, for me, when it isn’t totally egg-centric, which of course, a Japanese inspired brunch is unlikely to do. The Devonshire Club is a rather swanky […]
Tsunami Restaurant
Neighbourhood Japanese – Tsunami Restaurant Clapham. Tucked away behind Clapham North tube station is Tsunami Restaurant – an unexpected, elegant and charming Japanese restaurant with an extensive menu and authentic Japanese food. I went along to try for myself, pleased to find somewhere that, while not quite on my doorstep, is near enough to be […]
Pan Chai – Asian Dining Harrods
Contemporary Asian Dining at Pan Chai, Harrods: I’ve always liked the food halls at Harrods. A fantasy land of fine foods, groceries fit for a Princess and some of the nicest chocolates in the world. The addition of a few, select dining opportunities only adds to the experience for me. I’ve already tried Mango Tree […]
Sake no Hana – Sakura Season
Hanami and Yozakura for Sakura at Sake no Hana: At the bottom of my garden, in the park, there is a cherry tree which comes into blossom about this time of year. It’s not quite there yet – there are just a few blooms showing, unlike the tree a little further round the park which […]
Japanese Cookery with Yuki Gomi – Salmon Ceviche
Japanese Home Cooking with Yutaka and Yuki Gomi: I love Japanese food. Of course dining out in restaurants serving beautiful dishes of sushi and sashimi is one aspect of the food. But, there are plenty of other Japanese dishes which are perhaps just a little more suited to the home cook. Yuki Gomi is a […]
Benihana Wagyu Beef and Sake promotion
Benihana Menu Launch: Benihana has launched a new Wagyu Beef Festival menu and it’s been worth waiting for, trust me on this! Wagyu (pronounced Wag-goo, sounding like Ragu) is some of the best quality beef you can buy. As such it usually commands a justifiably high price, but Benihana has managed to bring together a fabulous […]
Book Review Nikkei Cuisine: Japanese Food the South American Way
Luiz Hara on Nikkei Cuisine: I’m second to no-one in my slavish adoption of the latest food trends. I like to be first in the queue and in the know about what’s up and coming. It’s a bit juvenile but as a man of a certain age it’s better than buying a motorbike. But […]
Muga – Ramen in Piccadilly
In search of the ultimate Ramen – Muga: As winter draws in, the idea of a steaming bowl of ramen really appeals. Perhaps it is a reflection on my first ever ramen experience, one bitterly cold lunchtime at Bone Daddies. I’m not an expert and I can’t pretend to really understand the variations of soup […]
Sakura at Sake no Hana, Picadilly, London
Cherry Blossom Lunch – Sakura Celebration at Sake no Hana: An unexpected benefit from blogging is the insight I’ve gained into other cultures. Travel, of course, is the main opportunity to learn how others live, but London’s multicultural food scene can also provide a new perspective. I love good quality Japanese food and I find […]