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 Kochhar has created the very... »
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Comptoir Libanaise, W1 & W12
You’re on your way home from a long day of work or shopping in the city and craving a great meal. Your conscience says it’s got to be pretty healthy, whilst your grumbly belly and tired body demand something quick and calm surroundings, all without breaking the bank. Sounds difficult, but it’s not entirely... »
Eagle Bar & Diner, W1
Believe it or not, until about 8 months prior to my visit to Eagle, I had actually given up eating beef for about 15 years! However, a trip to Sicily saw my resistance finally crumble. After days of eating fish, I was desperate for meat; my only option was a veil dish which happened... »
Vapiano, W1
In a city of 7 million-odd people, it’s no surprise that everyone is trying to stand out from the crowd. Whether it’s funky covers for our iPods, impossibly complicated coffees (tall, skinny mocha with half a shot of hazelnut for me!) or personal tailoring, our opportunities to break the mould are endless. Visit Vapiano... »




