Who? Van Tran and Anh Vu
What? Van Tran and Anh Vu had previously worked in finance before turning their hand to street food at Broadway Market in East London. Their new book, The Vietnamese Market Cookbook, captures the essence and flavours of market cooking both in London and Vietnam and is filled with ideas for tasty treats.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Maslenitsa Festival What? Maslenitsa Festival, the week long celebration of Russian culture, is returning to London again this year with various events around the city. There will be exhibitions, arts masterclasses, special menus and performance art. When? 11th to 17th March Where? Around London How? For more information, visit maslenitsa.co.uk
Who? Christopher Boffoli What? Christopher Boffoli is a Seattle-based photographer, writer, artist and film-maker who specialises in fine art photographs of miniatures. In particular, he shoots mini figurines in every day situations recreated using food. Prints and photographs of his work are available to purchase. When? Available now Where? Stockists details are at bigappetites.net How? See website for more information
Who? Koshari Street What? Thought the best Middle Eastern food can only be found in the Middle East? Well no longer. Middle Eastern food expert Anissa Helou has brought her own brand of feasting with her new pop-up restaurant, Koshari Street. Here you will find the quintessential Egyptian street food, koshari, made according to Helou’s recipes. It’s not fine dining but it is good. When? Open now Where? 56 St Martin’s Lane, London WC2N 4EA How? Visit kosharistreet.com for more information
Who? Tom Aikens with Destinology What? Michelin-starred chef Tom Aikens has teamed up with luxury tour-operator Destinology to offer a special culinary tour to Mauritius. Guests will be based at the Royal Palm Hotel and will enjoy Aikens hosted masterclasses, three four-course dinners by Aikens and a demonstration on Mauritian cuisine with Michel de Matteis and Aikens. The package also includes seven nights accommodation with breakfast and flights. Prices from £3,499 per person. When? 20th to 28th March Where? Royal Palm Hotel, Royal Road, Grand Baie, Mauritius How? For more information and to book, visit www.destinology.co.uk Fly via KLM
Who? Backyard Travel What? Backyard Travel have released a new tour, exploring the culturally rich region of Yunnan in South West China by train. Travellers will have the opportunity to explore many of the key cities in the region including Lijiang, Dali and Kunming. There will also be plenty of opportunities to explore the country side and meet the local people. When? Departure by arrangement Where? The journey begins in Kunmin, China How? For more information, see www.backyardtravel.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Alta Badia What? Alta Badia’s ski resorts will be presenting their food offerings for the coming season at Gourmet Skisafari Alta Badia. Guests will get the opportunity to sample the dishes created as part of the Slope Food initiative where gourmet appetisers have been created by Michelin-starred chefs. Tickets are 50€ and includes six appetisers and matched wines from South Tyrol. When? Presentation on 15th December, Slope Food available for 2013/2014 ski season Where? Around the Alta Badia ski region How? For more information, visit www.altabadia.org Fly via Brussels Airlines
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