This Alpine town has much more to offer than just skiing Even now, Italy still holds a certain mystique for British travellers. Ever since the grand tours of the Regency, the British have made it over the Alps to discover the fascinating history and cuisine of this country. You don’t have to travel far from […]
Kokum Cookery Class
Master the art of curry making with Kokum We spent a sunny afternoon in East Dulwich learning the ins and outs of heavy-duty Indian cooking at Kokum. Clearly, it has become a little bit of a trend for chefs and restaurants to open up their kitchens and reveal their secrets in cookery courses. A few […]
Parmigiano Reggiano with Gennaro Contaldo
Who knew Parmesan could have so many uses? Recently, we attended a cookery experience at Westminster Kingsway Catering College, an institution with a storied history, having been founded with Ritz and Escoffier and boasting such luminous alumni as Jamie Oliver and Ainsley Harriott. We were there to find out more about the wonderful world of […]
Level8 travel gear
Best suitcases for style and flexible travel needs Have you ever stood in an airport Arrivals Hall, watching luggage revolve again and again on the carousel before yours turns up? Most of these suitcases are nothing much to look at; they range from the battered to the boring and occasionally the bizarre. Every once in […]
Ten Best London Fish Restaurants
Searching for the best London fish restaurants is a fascinating delve into the past. London’s relationship with fish is as old as the city itself, woven into its culinary and cultural history. From the bustling stalls of Billingsgate Market to the lavish dining rooms of iconic establishments like J. Sheekey and Scott’s, fish has always been a cornerstone of London’s gastronomic identity.
Cooking masterclasses at the Gordon Ramsay Academy
Beefing up my skills for 2026 – Gordon Ramsay Academy Recently, a friend sent me a photo of his dinner. He was dining at The Savoy Grill, and the picture of the Beef Wellington was a thing of beauty. If there is one iconic dish that I can never resist on a menu, it is […]
Ski kit checklist
What you need to pack for a ski holiday When you ski, you are outdoors in nature most of the time; packing layers is essential. You can wear more layers when the weather is cold, but for spring skiing, fewer layers are the rule of thumb. Professional skiers use a three-layer ski kit system that […]
Bluebird Cookery School – Chelsea
Learn to make a Bluebird classic with Executive Chef Owen Sullivan Housed in a former Art Deco Garage, Bluebird, as a complex of shopping and dining offers, has been a King’s Road staple since it was converted by Terrence Conran in 1997. Under its current executive chef, Owen Sullivan, the menus and kitchens for their […]
Best of British Restaurants in London
Where to find the finest British Restaurants in London. Looking for the best British restaurants in London? As someone who writes regularly about London restaurants, I remain ambivalent about the sheer number of new openings introducing diners to an ever-expanding range of cuisines. Georgian food? London has it covered. Japanese? The capital now boasts Michelin-starred […]
Xi Home Dumplings Bay – Dumpling Making Class
A delight wrapped up in dough. Xi Home Dumplings Bay is a Chinese restaurant that also offers dumpling-making masterclasses led by its own chefs and its head chef. These dumpling making classes are a lovely way to spend an afternoon, where you can learn new skills and free yourself from the tyranny of Itsu freezer […]