We often hear the term ‘Modern British Food’ casually bandied around, but to my mind, I don’t really know what this means. At best, I’d say was traditional British dishes, deconstructed, poncified and served in measly portions – i.e. not terribly appealing. However, with Benares, I think Chef Atul Kocchar has created the very... »
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Burns Night Ideas
Simple Simon’s Bard’s Supper Pie Celebrate the life and legacy of Scotland’s national poet Rabbie Burns while indulging in the finest Scottish fayre with a Simple Simon’s Bard’s Supper Pie. Made with Jimmy Bogle’s delicious Haggis, Simple Simon adds a wee dram of Scotch whisky, some cream and spices, mixes it together, places it... »
Towards a Fluid State, 5 December, Dalston, E8
Mysteriously held in an undisclosed warehouse location in Dalston, this festival will provide an immersive and informative food and drink experience profiling flights of Cognac, Whisky, Gin, Sake and Natural & Biodynamic wine matched with delicious morsels of food. The intriguing and interesting nature of the event will also be complemented by works and... »
Bibulous @ Vinopolis, SE1, 27-28 November
If you’re a fan of fine spirits and are cocktail curious, Bibulous is a new event comprising of a tasting party and shopping event in one. Visitors will be able to sample cocktails and spirits, explore new flavours, learn the secrets of top mixologists and distillers and purchase some seriously fine and rare spirits.... »
Slow Food Jazz Market, Southbank, SE1, 21 & 22 November
The thriving and pulsating Slow Food market gets into the swing of things alongside the London Jazz Festival this weekend. Music and feasting meet as the country’s top food producers gather to provide visitors with the best of seasonal British flavours as well as more exotic items from the Caribbean and Asia. Click here... »
Whisky Tastings @ Tsuru, SE1, 24 November
Whisky Tastings @ Tsuru, SE1, 24 November The Scottish might be seen as the masters of malts, but it’s the Japanese who have been stealing the limelight of late with some seriously good whiskies of their own. Great value Japanese restaurant, Tsuru, is hosting a Japanese whisky masterclass explaining the subtle difference between the styles,... »
MasterChef Live, 13-15 November, Olympia
Masterchef Live combines the great food and drink producers often seen at the annual BBC Good Food Show with the glamour of the Masterchef tv show to create the ultimate event for London’s foodies. Key elements from the MasterChef TV programme will come to life giving visitors the unique opportunity to have-a-go in interactive... »
Blaggers Banquet @ Hawksmoor, E1, 15 November
Renowned for making London’s harshest restaurants critics look like a bunch of Care Bears, London’s massive food and drink blogging community have put themselves in the culinary firing line by organising a special charity evening. Teams of bloggers will serve up a 5 course meal using their wits and (wishful?) skills in aid of... »
Tart @ 40 Winks Hotel, E1, 14 November & 12 December
For the ultimate girls day out, spend a decadent Saturday afternoon of fabulous food, frivolity and fashion in the luxurious setting of the 40 Winks hotel. Vintage Patisserie will be serving up sandwiches, cakes and chocolates whilst you sip on sophisticated cocktails whilst vintage beauty experts and fashion brands will be on hand to... »
‘Tiffing’ with John Campbell, 30 November in a secret West End location
First thing’s first – ‘tiffing’ is an 18th century word used to describe both a little sip and a little bite. Created by cocktail gurus, Bamboo, these events will create exciting drinking & dining experiences in which guests are served seriously fun and interesting food and cocktail pairings. We went to a preview and... »
Casino Night @ The Loft, SW3, 8 November
Ever wanted to learn how to play Craps like a pro, get the lowdown on Texas Hold ‘Em Poker, or take a spin at a Roulette table without losing your shirt? Now is your chance with The Loft’s ‘Learn-to-Play Casino’ party. Grab a cocktail or two and try your hand at the various games... »
