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? Aveqia What? Cookery school newcomer is all about connecting people through cooking where instead of cooking individually, it’s all about cooking as a team. The company’s origins are in Sweden where owner, chef and entrepreneur David Berggren had once cooked for the Queen of Sweden. As such, every dish you cook has a Scandinavian take on things. With four courses and plenty of wine, there’s lots to get you talking. When? Open now Where? 2 St. Bride Street London EC4A 4AD How? Visit www.aveqia.co.uk for more information Ten photos from Aveqia
Who? Toast Festival What? The inaugural Toast Festival will bring together chefs, restaurateurs, writers, entrepreneurs and producers to explore the ideas behind what Londoners eat and drink with a mix of panel discussions, workshops and tastings. Confirmed speakers include Fuchsia Dunlop, Anissa Helou, Bompas & Parr and Nicholas Lander. The event will also be fundraising for Action Against Hunger. When? 1st and 2nd June Where? Red Gallery, 3 Rivington Street, London EC2A 3DT How? See www.toastfestival.com for more information
Who? De Vitrine What? It’s casual dining at De Vitrine but in the rustic environs of the restaurant are refined plates of food. Perhaps because it’s Kobe Desramaults of the Michelin-starred In De Wulf giving directions behind the stoves. Seasonal and local is key for food and wine but don’t expect to find anything ordinary. When? Open year round Where? Brabantdam 134, 9000 Ghent, Belgium How? Visit www.de-vitrine.be for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? Graanmarkt 13 What? Head to Graanmarkt 13 to try Seppe Nobels’ cuisine. A member of the Flemish Foodies, Nobels mixes Belgian cuisine with other European influences to create a casual gastronomic experience. On his plates you will find herbs grown on the roof and honey from the urban garden at the back. When? Tuesdays to Saturdays year round Where? Graanmarkt 13, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium How? Visit www.graanmarkt13.be for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
What? Vegan: The Cookbook by Jean-Christian Jury. Priced at £29.95. Where? Buy now from Amazon, Waterstones, Foyles or Book Depository
Who? Chef/Patron Mark Poynton of the recently starred Alimentum in Cambridge What? Mark Poynton will be cooking at the Winter Garden Restaurant of London’s Landmark Hotel Tuesdays to Saturdays for three weeks. There will be a three course a la carte menu for £45 and six course tasting menu for £65. A hotel package including a six course menu, overnight stay and traditional breakfast will also be available at £390 for two. When? Starting from the 20th of November until 8th of December. Where? Winter Garden Restaurant, Landmark Hotel, 222 Marylebone Road London NW1 6JQ www.landmarklondon.co.uk How? For reservations for the Winter Garden please call 020 7631 8000 or email restaurants.reservation@thelandmark.co.uk. For room reservations please call 020 7631 8222…
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