Who? James Pembroke
What? Let’s talk about restaurants. What do you really know about eating out? In this little tome, James Pembroke discusses how the nature of restaurants has changed over the centuries and why it’s a reflection of our cultural development. Oh yes, and there’s a bit of his own restaurant memoir in it too.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? El Pirata Detapas and Lalani & Co What? El Pirata Detapas in Notting Hill has introduced a selection of boutique estate teas to its tapas menu. It’s the first restaurant in London to launch the tea and tapas pairing menu which includes teas from LaKyrsiew Garden and Jun Chiyabari Garden, sourced exclusively by Lalani & Co. Eight tapas dishes and three boutique teas are £39 per person. When? Until 21st December Where? 115 Westbourne Grove, London W2 4UP www.elpiratadetapas.co.uk How? For reservations call 0207 7275 000
Who? Buddha-Bar What? Visit the recently revamped Buddha-Bar in Knightsbridge for stylish pan-Asian fare. Buddha-Bar is a new gem for decadent dining, combining good food, music and an extensive drinks list. Look out for the Buddha-Bar chicken salad, crunchy sushi and smoked duck and foie gras gyoza. When? Open now Where? 145 Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7PA www.buddhabarlondon.com How? For reservations call 0203 6675 222
Who? Dock Kitchen What? Dock Kitchen has revamped its menu with a new Korean-themed offering. The tasting menu is inspired by a recent trip to Korea by chef Stevie Parle and includes ingredients such as sea urchin, gochuchang, seaweed and of course, kimchee. Priced at £45 per person. A three course version of the menu is also available at £24.50. When? Available now until 22nd February Where? Portobello Docks, 342-344 Ladbroke Grove, London W10 5BU How? For more information, see www.dockkitchen.co.uk
Who? The Matsuri What? A restaurant that’s been at the heart of London for more than two decades is a rare find but that’s just one of the accolades that that The Matsuri holds. The other is that this restaurant in St James was the official caterer for the Japanese athletes during the London 2012 Olympics, a testament, perhaps, of its authenticity. With two sets of sommeliers (one for wine and wine for sake) and a whole team of specialist chefs, here is where you’ll find some of the heartiest sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. When? Open year round Where? 15 Bury Street, London SW1Y 6AL How? For more information, see…
Who? Miranda Emmerson What? What was meant to be the last adventure before settling down turned into Fragrant Heart, Miranda Emmerson’s culinary journey through South East Asia. The book charts the author’s journey through China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia and her experiences with the food and culture of these far away places. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Pure Vanilla provides an in-depth guide to vanilla including its species, origins, history and tasting notes. The author, Shauna Sever, is an American baking blogger and former investigative journalist and TV presenter. There are 85 recipes in the book, split into six chapters (breakfasts, cakes and pies, cookies and bars, candies and confections, custards and creams, drinks), across 160 pages. Here are a few facts about vanilla from the book: The Totonac Indians were credited as the first to discover vanilla. They then introduced their techniques for working with vanilla to their conquerors the Aztecs. Vanilla was produced exclusively in Mexico until 1836 when the secrets of its pollination was…
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