Husmanskost at SKÅL in Notting Hill. It’s a family affair at SKÅL, the new Islington neighbourhood Nordic restaurant serving a contemporary take on traditional ‘husmanskost’ (home-cooked) food with a twist. Dad’s in the kitchen (Chef Lauri Hilli) with mum Angelique and daughter Emma managing the front of house. Situated in a Grade II listed building […]
28-50 Wine Bar and Kitchen – Perfect Pairings and a Hygge Space
Perfect pairings – half glasses complement excellent food at 28-50: *Update – two out of three of the 28-50 wine bars and kitchens have closed recently. You can still visit the Marylebone Lane branch of 28-50 and enjoy the same style of food and selection of wines* 28-50 is one of those places that has […]
A Taste of Denmark at Snaps + Rye
Snaps + Rye – Danish Smorgasbord in Notting Hill: I have long wanted to visit Copenhagen, so I was rather pleased to be invited along to the contemporary Danish restaurant Snaps + Rye on the Golborne Road in West London to try my hand at making a Smørrebrød (or Smorgasbord as the English would say) […]
The Harcourt – Scandinavian Inspired Dining in Marylebone
Nordic Lunch at the Harcourt: I love dining out – and I’m lucky enough to do more than my fair share of it. Sometimes though I get just a little blase about the whole thing. It’s refreshing then to turn up with no real expectation that the venue will match the press release and find […]
Kupp – Paddington – Scandi Bar and Dining
A Scandinavian Inspired Dining Experience in Paddington: I must have picked one of the wettest days in May to visit Kupp. And, with my notorious lack of any sense of direction, I quickly found myself going round in circles. Thankfully, when I arrived at the buzzing bar-restaurant, I was greeted by friendly staff and the […]
Innovation and Failure – Recreating a ‘Scandinavian’ Dish – Smoked Hake with Raggmunk
Smoked Hake with Raggmunk, Prawns and Cream: Occasionally I get invited to take part in a cookery challenge. A bit like a simplified version of Masterchef but thankfully all in the safety of my own home, I get sent a batch of ingredients and invited to make something. On this occasion, I was sent a […]