Who? Miranda Emmerson
What? What was meant to be the last adventure before settling down turned into Fragrant Heart, Miranda Emmerson’s culinary journey through South East Asia. The book charts the author’s journey through China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia and her experiences with the food and culture of these far away places.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? The Dorchester Hotel What? To celebrate Chinese New Year this weekend, The Dorchester Hotel is offering a special Chinese New Year Package. As well as overnight stay in a junior suite at the five star hotel, The Dorchester will also guarantee dinner reservations at China Tang. Priced at £1,260 including VAT for two people sharing. When? 10th February Where? The Dorchester 53 Park Lane, London W1K 1QA www.thedorchester.com How? To book, email reservations.uk@dorchestercollection.com or call 0207 3197 102
Who? Hotel Brunelleschi What? Hotel Brunelleschi has now opened its Tower Suite, designed by Italian architect Benelli. The suite occupies the top floor of the Pagliazza Tower, which is one of the oldest buildings in Florence, built during the Byzantine period. Double rooms start from €1384 per night. When? Available now Where? Piazza Sant’Elisabetta, 3 50122 Florence, Italy www.brunelleschihotelflorence.com How? Book online Fly via KLM
As part of Milan Expo this year, USA’s James Beard Foundation has brought the James Beard American Restaurant (JBAR) to the Seven Stars Galleria. Situated above Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, in the heart of Milan, the pop-up restaurant will showcase American food from the cuisine to the ingredients in a fine-dining setting. It works in parallel to the James Beard House in New York City. Recently the menu featured JBAR Executive Chef Paul Sanguinetti’s take on the food from Fort Myers and Sanibel, with ingredients flown in from the USA. The menu included ceviche of redfish with yam and tropical slow, raviolo of Florida shrimp in “sea water ” and…
Who? World’s 50 Best Restaurants What? World’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna and organised by UK-based Restaurant Magazine, has last night announced the world’s best restaurants for 2013. The award is now in its 11th year, with restaurants voted for by over 900 chairs and judges around the world. When? The results are available now Where? Full list available to view online at www.theworlds50best.com How? Visit website for more information
Who? Moleskine What? If the sweet stuff is what you’re into then you can’t be without the new dessert journal from Moleskine. With four themed tabbed sections, three bookmark ribbons, double expandable inner pocket, it’s the only thing you’ll need to keep your dessert recipes in check. Now, to start baking… When? Available now Where? Available online from Moleskine How? Buy now from Moleskine
Who? Royal Doulton What? There’s something lovely about the fact that our spiritual home, London, is also the theme of this set of plates. Designed by Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton, they capture many of the city’s best features like the London eye or the Gherkin. But, while they’re mostly in black and white, you might be surprised to find splashes of colour here and there. Priced at £35 for a set of four. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Royal Doulton How? Buy now from Royal Doulton
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