Who? Shauna Sever
What? If you wanted to learn all there is to know about vanilla then Shauna Sever’s book Pure Vanilla is a must have. The book features recipes as well as essential techniques for working with vanilla. Priced at £15.99.
When? Available now
Where? Available in store and online
How? Purchase at 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…
Who? Antonio Mellino What? Two Michelin-starred chef Antonio Mellino has recently opened his new restaurant, Quattro Passi, in London’s Mayfair. The new restaurant takes its name from the chef’s Calabrian restaurant on the Amalfi coast and will be focusing on Italian fine dining. A private member’s club will also be opening on the lower level of the restaurant. When? Available now Where? 34 Dover Street, London W1S 4NG How? For more information, visit www.quattropassi.co.uk
Who? Galvin at Windows What? After seven years overlooking the capital in London’s plush Mayfair, Galvin at Windows still has one of the best views in the city. Showing no sign of tiredness as the Michelin-starred restaurant and bar had a £500K revamp that finished last year. But of course, it’s the food that you really visit the restaurant for. Seasonal, classic and always offering plenty of choice on the 28th floor. Just like the view. When? Open year round Where? 22 Park Lane, London, United Kingdom W1K 1BE How? For more information, see www.galvinatwindows.com
Bo London is the first restaurant outside of Hong Kong for Alvin Leung, the chef/patron of the two Michelin starred Bo Innovation. The Mill Street site, based in the heart of Mayfair, reportedly costed Leung £1m to lease and fit. Wood reclaimed from renovations of the Bo London site has been fitted to one of the two semi-private dining rooms. The wood is protected behind glass made to the same shade as Leung’s glasses. Instead of an image of Alvin Leung, like outside Bo Innovation, Bo London has one of Leung’s hand holding his custom made knife. There are two kitchens. A classic Western-style one, including a pastry section, and…
Who? Jumeirah What? The Jumeirah hotel group has recently announced the return of their celebrated Restaurant Week. This year, over 60 restaurants will be taking part. Taking place in Jumeirah properties around the world, the week long event will see special menus being introduced in the hotel restaurants where guests are able to dine at a set price. When? 23rd – 31st May Where? Jumeirah restaurants around the world How? For more information, see www.jumeirah.com/
Who? Eddingtons What? If you need some extra counter-top space in your kitchen and a nifty way to get your food to the table then this Lambourn Butcher’s Trolley could be just the thing. Made of solid beech, the trolley is sturdy and practical and it comes with three wicker baskets giving it a lovely country home feel. Priced at £895. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from
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I’ve just bought this book actually, some great recipes on there and definitely more interesting than cupcakes!