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? Optima Naturals What? We think that Afternoon Tea just doesn’t happen often enough and that’s why we love this Optima Naturals tea hamper. Built for two, it has everything you need to take Afternoon Tea on the road. And that means cups, thermos, plates and even cutlery. Now you just need to make the finger sandwiches. Priced at £130. When? Available now Where? Available online from Amazon How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Hotel Xenia What? Lovers of wholesome Italian food should head to Hotel Xenia for their new guest chef series. The special suppers pop-up every six weeks and will feature Luca Collami (Liguria), Andrea Incerti (Emilia, Romagna), Donato Episcopo (Veneto), Paolo Barrale (Campania) and Stefano Masanti (Lombardia) in the coming months. Priced at £65 for five courses and welcome aperitif. When? Various dates available Where? Hotel Xenia London, 160 Cromwell Road, London SW5 OTL How? For more information, see www.hotelxenia.co.uk
Who? Himalayan Footsteps What? Nepal, India, Bhutan and Tibet travel specialists Himalayan Footsteps have just launched a new tour to Nepal with a focus on Nepalese food and culture. Guests will have the chance to visit local markets, visit a monkey temple and experience Nepalese home cooking. Prices start from £1048 per person. When? First tour leaving 2nd October 2013 Where? Itinerary starts in Kathmandu How? For more information, see www.himalayanfootsteps.com Fly via Etihad
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? 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? The Magdalen Chapter What? Stanley Park of Milton Sandford Wines will be hosting a wine dinner, entitled “Spring in Spain” at The Magdalen Chapter hotel to celebrate and explore wine making culture in Spain, France and Italy. The evening will be accompanied by Spanish tapas including Serrano ham, salt cod and Morcilla. Priced at £30 per person and includes a three-course supper plus wines. When? 27th March Where? The Magdalen Chapter, Magdalen Street, Exeter EX2 4HY How? For more information, visit www.themagdalenchapter.com
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Wow, this looks so healthy. Surprising recipe for roots