Who? Lonely Planet
What? If you love spicy food then you must not miss the latest release from Lonely Planet: The World’s Best Spicy Food. As well as 100 authentic recipes, there are also suggestions on where to find these dishes when you’re travelling. Perfect for at home or on the road. Priced at £14.99.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon, or Lonely Planet
Who? Buddha-Bar What? Visit the recently revamped Buddha-Bar in Knightsbridge for stylish pan-Asian fare. Buddha-Bar is a new gem for decadent dining, combining good food, music and an extensive drinks list. Look out for the Buddha-Bar chicken salad, crunchy sushi and smoked duck and foie gras gyoza. When? Open now Where? 145 Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7PA www.buddhabarlondon.com How? For reservations call 0203 6675 222
Who? Le Vendôme What? Intimate is the approach to service at Le Vendôme. Fresh faced from some serious renovations, the hotel is at its prime. Of course you wouldn’t be able to find many people who have stayed there – they are far too discreet to share that sort of thing. But if the stylish suites are anything to go by, it’ll only be the elite. When? Open year round Where? Rafis Al Hariri St, Beirut, Lebanon How? For more information, see www.levendomebeirut.com Ten photos from Le Vendôme, Beirut Fly via British Airways
Who? The Dorchester Hotel What? To celebrate Chinese New Year this weekend, The Dorchester Hotel is offering a special Chinese New Year Package. As well as overnight stay in a junior suite at the five star hotel, The Dorchester will also guarantee dinner reservations at China Tang. Priced at £1,260 including VAT for two people sharing. When? 10th February Where? The Dorchester 53 Park Lane, London W1K 1QA www.thedorchester.com How? To book, email reservations.uk@dorchestercollection.com or call 0207 3197 102
Who? Victoria and Albert Museum What? Learn about British textile design and fashion from 1750 to today at V&A’s “Patterns of Fashion” gallery talk. Led by the museum’s fashion curator Jenny Lister, the talk uses V&A’s permanent collection to demonstrate how fashion has changed. The talk is free. When? 1pm, 4th of February Where? Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? See website for more information: www.vam.ac.uk
Who? Harrods What? As part of Harrods’ Summer Kitchen season, Thyme at Southrop Manor will be hosting a month-long pop-up cookery school. The cookery school will allow guests the chance to pick up tips, enjoy tastings and explore seasonal recipes. Classes start from £40. When? 8th to 12th April Where? Gourmet Cookshop, Second Floor, Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7XL How? To book, call Harrods Concierge on 0207 730 1234
Who? Fazenda Nova and Eat Drink Walk What? Fazenda Nova and Eat Drink Walk have collaborated to create special food-centric tours in the Algarve. Guests will have the opportunity to experience Portuguese cuisine from farm to table and learn about local ingredients. Priced at £397, including accommodation, all meals and cookery lessons, wine tasting and transfers in the Algarve. When? 27th February to 2nd March with further dates available in May and November Where? Fazenda Nova country house, Estiramantens, Santo Estevao, 8800-504 Tavira, Portugal How? For more information, visit www.fazendanova.eu Fly via British Airways
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