Innis and Gunn beer and food pairing at Hix Oyster and Chop House, Smithfield: In the craft beer arena, there are the new young guns and the old guard. Old doesn’t actually mean that old though as the craft beer revolution in the UK just isn’t that old. Innis and Gunn, however, were pretty much in […]
Everything is coming up Rosy – How to celebrate National Rosé Day
Is Crab and Fennel Risotto the perfect pink wine pairing? Are you one of those people who says, “I don’t like rosé”? Maybe an early experience with a sweet Portuguese rose or even the awful White Zin has stopped you venturing into this increasingly popular wine type. Did you know that in Greek and Roman […]
The Churchill War Rooms with Context Travel
London’s Churchill War Rooms and Museum. I’ve been walking about London for the last 30 years, and I find something fresh in it everyday. Walter Besant So wrote Walter Besant, who died in 1901 – well before the Churchill War Rooms existed. Like many who live in London I feel much the same and when […]
The Italian Job tap takeover with Orbit brewing.
The Italian Job Craft Beers. The Italian Craft beer scene is a relative newcomer to craft beer revolution. Wine has always been pre-eminent in Italy for obvious reasons, but beer has many advantages when it comes to food pairing, and the Italians, of course, are renowned for their food. The Italian Job pub has taken […]
Top Tips for Festival Goers – Latitude 2019
Latitude 2019 – Making the Most of The Best Festival in England. This year will be my third at Latitude and I’m really looking forward to it – especially with such a fantastic line up of music, theatre, comedy and events. First things first though, for those new to Latitude you might want to know […]
Banquet of Hoshena – Immersive Dining
An Illusionary Feast in West London Fancy something completely different? I’ve discovered just the thing…an exciting immersive dining experience that takes to you into a magical world without even leaving the table at the Banquet of Hoshena. Banquet of Hoshena has just launched their innovative dining concept at a pop-up venue in London’s Westfield in […]
Secret London Bridge – London Food Tours
London Food Tours – London Bridge. Food Tours are always a great way to learn more about a local food scene and its culinary heritage. Somehow that combination of food, walking and listening to an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide provides a colourful and memorable insight into what is unique and special. And personally, I find […]
Ladies Day at Epsom – more than just a reason to get glammed up
Epsom Ladies Day – the London Season Investec Ladies Day is taking place on 31st May at Epsom racecourse. The races at Epsom date back to 1780, and are one of the most exciting flat race events to attend. Watching racing on TV never really captures the drama and excitement of being at the race […]
Afternoon Tea Academy at Plate Restaurant
Discovering Tea – Plate Restaurant, Shoreditch. The Afternoon Tea Academy takes place at Plate Restaurant at the Montcalm Hotel in Shoreditch. Seated on a mezzanine above a hotel lobby is an unusual venue for an afternoon tea experience, but the eats and tea pairing soon take one’s mind off the traffic passing by outside the […]
Enjoy George Clooney’s favourite tequila at Harvey Nick’s beach bar pop up.
Celebrate the start of summer with Casamigos cocktails and Mexican-inspired sharing plates South of Hyde Park Corner, down Knightsbridge way, Harvey Nichols has opened up its Fifth Floor Terrace to create a pop-up beach bar, the House of Friends. This is a food and drinks partnership with Casamigos, the premium, award-winning tequila and mezcal brand. But […]