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? Sabichi What? We love how this wire fruit basket resembles a vase and a basket all at once. It’s simple but elegant design captures a little of both. So if fruits be your flowers then it’s the perfect piece for your kitchen counter or your living room. Priced at £4.50. When? Available now Where? Available online from Sabichi How? Buy now from Sabichi
Who? Restaurant Magazine What? One of the most hotly anticipated lists, the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, has once again been announced. Published each year by Restaurant Magazine, the list is a reflection of what’s hot right now according to a panel of more than 900 judges. We’ve our knives and forks poised for the feeding. When? New list available now Where? The full list is up at www.theworlds50best.com How? For more information, see website
Who? Sonny’s Kitchen What? Since Phil Howard of the two Michelin-starred The Square took over Sonny’s Kitchen, the team has been slowly breathing life back into this Barnes favourite. Gone are the plates of boring vegetables. Instead, you will find foie gras and chicken liver parfait, wild mushroom croustillant and roasted stone bass. But, there’s nothing stuffy about the place and it’s still a local mainstay. When? Open now Where? 94 Church Rd, Barnes, London SW13 0DQ How? For reservations call 0208 7480 393
Who? Shabby Chic What? Ok, we admit it, this lace dinnerware set from Shabby Chic is totally twee but we just can’t stop adoring it. There has to be a time and a place for this right? Anyhow, it’s made from practical hard wearing earthenware and is microwave and dishwasher safe. Not too shabby. Prices start from £5.60. When? Available now Where? Available online from House of Fraser How? Buy now from House of Fraser
Who? Loveramics What? When it comes to dressing a room, it’s the little details that matter. We think this little tripod condiment set from Loveramics is just the right amount of understated to fit into any home. Made from white porcelain with a wooden stand, it’s built to last. Plus, with salt, pepper, oil and vinegar, it’s really covered all the basis. Priced at £36. When? Available now Where? Available online from Occa Home How? Buy now from Occa Home
Who? Skye Gyngell What? Chef Skye Gyngell is taking to the kitchens of Le Café Anglais as part of the 2013 series of “Cooking with Rowley”. Gyngell will be collaborating with chef/patron Rowley Leigh to create unique and one-off dinners that reflect each chef’s signature style. Price at £50 per person, including dinner, wine and service. When? 20th March Where? 8 Porchester Gardens, London W2 4DB www.lecafeanglais.co.uk How? To book, call 0207 2211 415
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