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
What? Vegan: The Cookbook by Jean-Christian Jury. Priced at £29.95. Where? Buy now from Amazon, Waterstones, Foyles or Book Depository
Who? Hong Kong Tourism Board What? Head to Hong Kong for the ultimate gourmet extravaganza, the Wine and Dine Festival. There will be a mix of local and international culinary creations with a focus on food and wine matching. There will also be a premium tasting room for guests to get to grips with fine wines. Tickets are priced at HK$30. When? 31st October to 3rd November Where? Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong How? For more information, see www.discoverhongkong.com Fly via British Airways
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Modernist Cuisine at Home is written by Nathan Myhrvold and Maxime Bilet, along with over 20 other contributors including chefs, machinists, photographers and editors. There are a total of 210,000 words making up Modernist Cuisine at Home. The cover is of a de-constructed grilled cheese sandwich. Its recipe doesn’t actually exist in the book though the different components are covered in the section on grilled cheese sandwiches. The weighty (9.9lbs) book’s foreword is by Martha Stewart… and Thomas Keller. At the beginning of the book, there is a two-page user guide. It teaches you, amongst other things like scaling recipes, how to use the book. There are two parts. Part…
Who? CGN Cruises What? Enjoy the stunning views of Lake Geneva aboard the Savoie, a Belle Epoque boat by CGN Cruises. Cruises take place during the day (2 hours) or in the evening (3 hours) with food on board provided by Michelin-starred chef Philippe Chevrier. Tickets from CHF30 per person, food and drink are additional. When? Various dates available Where? Cruise departs from the pier at Jardin anglais, CH-1204 Geneva, Switzerland How? For reservations, call +0041 848 811 848 or email info@cgn.ch Fly via KLM
Who? Chocolatier William Curley What? Award-winning chocolatier William Curley has recently launched a new “Japanese Rituals” afternoon tea at The Halkin by COMO. The afternoon tea experience will include Japanese inspired patisserie, savouries and scones as well as Japanese teas and infusions. Priced at £37.50. When? Available now Where? The Halkin by COMO, Halkin Street, London SW1X 7DJ www.comohotels.com/thehalkin/ How? Reserve online www.comohotels.com/thehalkin/, call 0207 3331 060 or email bar.thehalkin@comohotels.com
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
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