Toast, a festival of food and ideas

ByLife in Luxury

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

Similar Posts

  • |

    Design pick: Mercury glass bon bon jar from Marks & Spencer

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Marks & Spencer What? This mercury-effect glass bon bon jar from Marks & Spencer gives the feel of a vintage sweet shop and luxury Christmases all at once. It makes us go all giddy with childish delight. But whether you’re filling it with hard-boiled sweets or potpourri, it makes a great decorative centrepiece. Priced at £55. When? Available now Where? Available online from Marks & Spencer How? Buy now from Marks & Spencer

  • Best of the marmalade season

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Fortnum & Mason What? With Seville oranges coming back into season, the preserve aisle will be all about marmalade again. Save some time and try these classics from Fortnum & Mason. The set of three contains Sir Nigel’s Orange Marmalade, Old English Hunt and Burlington Breakfast. Priced at £12.95. When? Available now Where? Fortnum & Mason, 181 Piccadilly, London W1J 9EH How? Buy now from Fortnum & Mason

  • |

    José Pizarro at Cap Maison

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Cap Maison, St Lucia What? Chef José Pizarro will be taking part in the Cap Maison Guest Chef Series at the St Lucian resort. Cap Maison has created a special foodie package which includes seven nights in a garden view room with breakfast, guest chef events, market tour and cooking class. Prices start from £2335 (plus taxes). When? 1st and 2nd March Where? Cap Maison, Smugglers Cove Drive, Cap Estate, St. Lucia How? Book by calling 0208 9776 099

  • Noosa Food and Wine Festival reaches 10

    ByLife in Luxury

    Who? Noosa Food and Wine Festival What? The Noosa Food and Wine Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and the line-up is a stunning array of Australia’s best talents alongside some world renowned chefs. There will be around 50 separate events during the four day celebration, including local food trails, gourmet dinners, expert talks, wine tastings, cooking competitions and chef demonstrations. When? 16th to 19th May Where? Lions Park, Noosa Heads QLD 4567 Australia How? Visit www.noosafoodandwine.com.au for more information Fly via KLM

  • Teppanyaki at The Matsuri

    ByQ X

    Who? The Matsuri What? A restaurant that’s been at the heart of London for more than two decades is a rare find but that’s just one of the accolades that that The Matsuri holds. The other is that this restaurant in St James was the official caterer for the Japanese athletes during the London 2012 Olympics, a testament, perhaps, of its authenticity. With two sets of sommeliers (one for wine and wine for sake) and a whole team of specialist chefs, here is where you’ll find some of the heartiest sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. When? Open year round Where? 15 Bury Street, London SW1Y 6AL How? For more information, see…

  • |

    Ten facts about vanilla from Pure Vanilla:

    ByQ X

    Pure Vanilla provides an in-depth guide to vanilla including its species, origins, history and tasting notes. The author, Shauna Sever, is an American baking blogger and former investigative journalist and TV presenter. There are 85 recipes in the book, split into six chapters (breakfasts, cakes and pies, cookies and bars, candies and confections, custards and creams, drinks), across 160 pages. Here are a few facts about vanilla from the book: The Totonac Indians were credited as the first to discover vanilla. They then introduced their techniques for working with vanilla to their conquerors the Aztecs. Vanilla was produced exclusively in Mexico until 1836 when the secrets of its pollination was…

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *