Who? Anna Hansen
What? Anna Hansen, head chef at The Modern Pantry, will be Harrods’ chef of the season for spring 2013. A selection of spices, jams and condiments from The Modern Pantry will be available in the department store’s Food Hall. The traiteur section will also offer a selection of dishes from The Modern Pantry.
When? From 6th of February for 12 weeks
Where? Harrods Food Hall, 87-135 Brompton Road London SW1X 7XL
How? Available in store
Who? Wellington Lounge What? Get a taste for the festive season at Wellington Lounge where one of the three Afternoon Tea options currently on offer is themed around the classic carol “twelve days of Christmas”. Choux swans, chocolate drums and pear Champagne cocktails are just the sort of things found alongside traditional scones, sandwiches and pastries. Delightful, delectable, divine. When? Available now until 6th January 2014 Where? InterContinental London Park Lane, One Hamilton Place, Park Lane, London W1J 7QY How? For more information, see wellington-lounge.co.uk
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…
Who? Diane Morgan What? Roots are not the most glamorous vegetables out there but somehow Diane Morgan has managed to make it work in her latest book “Roots”. With more than 250 recipes on the familiar (potatoes and turnips) and the unfamiliar (wasabi and taro), it’s the ultimate guide to this comfort food. Perfect for winter. Priced at £25. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
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? Seven Park Place by William Drabble What? Celebrate Burns Night at the Michelin-starred Seven Park Place by William Drabble. The chef has teamed up with Highland Park whisky to bring you a six course tasting menu featuring some of Scotland’s best produce. The menu is priced at £69 per person with separate wine pairing available. When? 25th January, lunch or dinner Where? St James’s Hotel & Club, 7 – 8 Park Place, London SW1A 1LS www.stjameshotelandclub.com How? For reservations call 0207 3161 615
Who? Mirazur What? Head to Menton to find a taste of the Côte d’Azur at Mirazur. The gastronomic restaurant headed up by Mauro Colagreco has been making waves of late by gaining its second Michelin star last year and making it on to the World’s 50 Best list. Here, you will find the best ingredients accompanied by the best view. When? Wednesday to Sunday year round Where? 30 Avenue Aristide Briand 06500 Menton, France How? Visit www.mirazur.fr for more information Fly via KLM
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