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? Ormer What? Shaun Rankin’s new restaurant on the Island of Jersey is at last open. Focusing on local produce, much of it foraged, Rankin has managed to create a stellar fusion menu. The wine list is still expanding and the tasting menu is in the process of being created but it’s sure to become a destination restaurant on the island. When? Open Monday to Saturday, year round Where? 7-11 Don Street, St Helier, Jersey JE2 4TQ How? Visit www.ormerjersey.com for more information
Who? Yaneff At DSTRKT What? Yaneff At DSTRKT is the place to go if you’re looking for molecular American fare. Head chef Georgi Yaneff previously worked at Bazaar Restaurant by José Andrés before arriving in London in 2011 to set up at DSTRKT. A mix of club and restaurant, the venue offers tasting and a la carte menus with well sourced organic ingredients. Here, the small plates offer big flavours. When? Open Monday to Saturday Where? DSTRKT, 9 Rupert Street, London W1D 6DG How? Visit www.dstrkt-london.com for more information
Who? Godiva chocolates What? For this year’s Christmas season the Belgian chocolatiers have released a Royal Swarovski Box. The box contains over 60 assorted pieces of Godiva’s signature chocolates, all housed in a beautiful suede box adorned with a Godiva emblem created from Swarovski crystals. Priced at £150. When? Available now Where? Godiva boutiques and godiva.be How? Purchase in store or online
Who? Roberto Cavalli What? Italian designer Roberto Cavalli has recently opened the Cavalli Ibiza Restaurant & Lounge on the Mediterranean island. The focus of the lounge is on Italian fashion, food and design, recreated in 2000 square metres of tropical gardens; think Tuscan influenced outdoor dining amidst Cavalli prints and the guests are ultra-fashionable. When? Open now Where? Paseo Juan Carlos 1 , 13 Ibiza How? For more information, see www.cavallibiza.com Fly via British Airways
Who? The Port House What? The Port House, the tapas restaurant and bar that’s part of the Porterhouse Group in Ireland, has now opened in London. The focus is on Spanish and Portuguese food and wine. As well as fine ports and sherries, The Port House will also be offering a large selection of cava, wines and gins. When? Open now Where? 417 Strand, Covent Garden, London, WC2R 0PD How? For more information, visit porthouse.ie
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
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