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? Harrods What? The historic restaurant at Harrods, The Georgian, has recently reopened following a refurbishment, completed in collaboration with bespoke interior designer Christopher Guy Harrison. The designer produced over 500 items for the refurbishment, which takes its inspiration from the 1920s and 30s. To coincide with the reopening, The Georgian has also revamped its Afternoon Tea menu, including a classic Champagne Afternoon Tea featuring Harrods Rosé Champagne. When? Open now Where? 87–135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7XL How? For more information, see www.harrods.com
Who? QOOQ What? French cooking tablet QOOQ is now available for the first time outside of France. Launched in America earlier this year, QOOQ is the first touchscreen tablet of its kind to be created specifically for the kitchen. It comes pre-loaded with 1000 recipes and videos with chefs and promises to be waterproof. Priced at $399 with recipe upgrades available. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.qooq.com/en How? Buy online
Who? Phaidon What? The latest book by René Redzepi is published by Phaidon in a three-book set. The Journal is a diary by Redzepi of a year at Noma including thoughts on creativity, ambition and collaboration. The Recipes book is a collection of 100 new recipes from Noma. The final small book, entitled Snapshots, is a series of behind-the-scene images taken by Redzepi and the team at Noma. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Salter What? If you’ve been inspired to bake by the latest series of Great British Bake Off and want to get things just right then you must look to the new Heston Blumenthal Precision Range by Salter. You will certainly find it hard to do without the Dual Platform Precision Scale which has a larger platform for heavier ingredients like flour and a precision plate for small measurements like sugar. When? Available now Where? Available on Amazon How? Purchase online
Who? One Leicester Street What? Chef Tom Harris has been at the helm of One Leicester Street since its days as St John Hotel. Having attained a Michelin star for the restaurant last year, Harris has retained the star in the latest guide. The food is rustic, the décor is charming and the whole thing is very, very British. And if you like pickling, curing and other things made from scratch, it is just the perfect place to dine. When? Open year round Where? One Leicester Street, London WC2H 7BL How? For more information, see oneleicesterstreet.com
Who? Edible Cinema and Bombay Sapphire What? This Christmas, Edible Cinema will return to London with its immersive cinema experience in special screenings of American comedy “Trading Places”. The special screenings, held in collaboration with Bombay Sapphire gin, will allow guests to enjoy various edible delights whilst watching the film, all matched with Bombay Sapphire cocktails. Tickets from £32. When? 14th, 15th, 21st and 22nd December Where? Aubin Cinema and Electric Cinema How? For more information, see www.ediblecinema.co.uk
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