Who? Ginger Pig
What? The award winning butchers Ginger Pig have recently released their second book. Entitled “Farmhouse Cook Book”, this second offering is still all about meat but also looks at some of the accompaniments. Inside you will find delicious recipes such as Indian roast game birds and walnut and salted caramel tart for afters. Priced at £25.
When? Available now
Where? Available in store and online
How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Champagne & Fromage What? Covent Garden shop and bistro Champagne & Fromage will be hosting a champagne and foie gras tasting in store. Guests will be guided through three grower champagnes paired with three different foie gras over the two hour tutored tasting. Priced at £40. When? 7.30pm to 9.30pm, 12th December Where? 22 Wellington Street, London WC2E 7DD www.frenchbubbles.co.uk/Champagne-Fromage/ How? Book online www.frenchbubbles.co.uk/product/134.aspx or call 020 7240 1604.
Who? Tom Aikens with Destinology What? Michelin-starred chef Tom Aikens has teamed up with luxury tour-operator Destinology to offer a special culinary tour to Mauritius. Guests will be based at the Royal Palm Hotel and will enjoy Aikens hosted masterclasses, three four-course dinners by Aikens and a demonstration on Mauritian cuisine with Michel de Matteis and Aikens. The package also includes seven nights accommodation with breakfast and flights. Prices from £3,499 per person. When? 20th to 28th March Where? Royal Palm Hotel, Royal Road, Grand Baie, Mauritius How? For more information and to book, visit www.destinology.co.uk Fly via KLM
Who? Lonely Planet What? If you love spicy food then you must not miss the latest release from Lonely Planet: The World’s Best Spicy Food. As well as 100 authentic recipes, there are also suggestions on where to find these dishes when you’re travelling. Perfect for at home or on the road. Priced at £14.99. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon, or Lonely Planet
Who? Yauatcha and Harvey Nichols What? Yauatcha and Harvey Nichols have teamed up to celebrate the Year of the Horse with a giant installation of horses at the restaurant where guests can enjoy a special Chinese New Year menu. The installation is created from thousands of red envelopes and guests at Yauatcha will also receive red envelopes containing fashion and beauty treats at Harvey Nichols or drinks and dining offers at Yauatcha. When? Available now until 10th February Where? 15-17 Broadwick Street, London W1F 0DL How? For more information, see www.yauatcha.com
Who? Bo London What? Bo London is surely Hong Kong’s hottest export to London. Chef/patron Alvin Leung, self-titled “demon chef” of the two Michelin-starred Bo Innovation in Hong Kong, has brought his brand of “X-treme Chinese” cuisine to the capital with reinventions of dishes such as “toad in the hole” and “beans on toast”. When? Open now Where? 4 Mill Street, London W1S 2AX bolondonrestaurant.com How? For more information, see website Ten facts about Bo London
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