Who? James Pembroke
What? Let’s talk about restaurants. What do you really know about eating out? In this little tome, James Pembroke discusses how the nature of restaurants has changed over the centuries and why it’s a reflection of our cultural development. Oh yes, and there’s a bit of his own restaurant memoir in it too.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Dock Kitchen What? Dock Kitchen has revamped its menu with a new Korean-themed offering. The tasting menu is inspired by a recent trip to Korea by chef Stevie Parle and includes ingredients such as sea urchin, gochuchang, seaweed and of course, kimchee. Priced at £45 per person. A three course version of the menu is also available at £24.50. When? Available now until 22nd February Where? Portobello Docks, 342-344 Ladbroke Grove, London W10 5BU How? For more information, see www.dockkitchen.co.uk
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
Tired of the same old festivities? Why not celebrate this festive season with a great hamper brought to you by New Zealand winemakers Brancott Estate and Life in Luxury? The hamper will include: – 1 x bottle of Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc Brut NV – Two Riedel celebration glasses – All you need to make the perfect blini – premium smoked salmon, crème fraiche, lemon and small bunch of chives To be in with a chance to win, simply visit us on Facebook (http://on.fb.me/128V4tN), like our page and submit your entry there. Offer is open to UK entrants only and will close midnight 19th December. Your name and address will…
Who? Château Lou Casteou What? Château Lou Casteou is launching a gastronomic cookery school as part of its first ever Luxury Cultural Retreat. Guests will have the chance to learn to make traditional Italian food with chef Matteo Mangiarotti, including breads, ravioli and risotto. There will also be tutored wine tastings as well as the opportunity to take part in cultural activities. Priced at 2,950€ per person, including VAT. When? 21st to 26th April Where? 850 Chemin du Plan Guinet, 83600 Frejus, Côte d’Azur, France How? For more information visit www.loucasteou.com Fly via KLM
Who? Food Safari What? With the arrival of autumn, so too comes the mushroom season. It’s also the perfect time to attend a mushroom foraging course with Food Safari. Guests will have the opportunity to forage for mushrooms, learn about different ways to cook and preserve the fruits of their forage as well as enjoy a lunch at British Larder in Suffolk. Priced at £160 per person. When? 19th October Where? Rendlesham Forest, Nr Woodbridge, Suffolk How? For more information, see www.foodsafari.co.uk
Who? Bunbury Boards What? Got a country kitchen and need some accessories to boot? This natural edge chopping board from Bunbury Boards could be just the thing you’re looking for. Made from Irish hardwood, each chopping board comes with its own individual code, allowing you to track the very tree that the board is felled from. How cool is that? Priced at £65 for size shown. When? Available now Where? Available online from Marks & Spencer How? Buy now from Available online from Marks & Spencer
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