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Babbo, W1
Impressing a recently inducted City boy isn’t really as easy as one would think. When it came to taking out my banker cousin for dinner, it turned out he had already eaten in half of London’s top restaurants in the few months since starting his job. So much for spending cuts amongst our financiers! ... »
Bincho Yakitori, W1
Japanese food… it’s just raw fish and soupy noodles isn’t it? Not quite. Because our palettes have become largely attuned to the culinary ‘delights’ originally championed by the likes of Yo! Sushi and Wagamama, many of London’s Japanese restaurants have largely given a back seat to the art of grilling that is so popular... »
Inamo, W1
As if computers didn’t have a strong enough grip on our lives already, it appears that they want control of our dining experience too. Inamo places a computer at the core of its concept, making for a fun and unique experience. The interactive interface allows diners to entertain themselves with a host of functions... »
Benares, W1
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... »
Charlotte Street Blues, W1
With the economy in a bit of a pickle, the opening of a venue championing the poignant side of music was probably the best timed of 2009! I jest of course, for Charlotte Street Blues provided one of the most entertaining nights I’ve had in ages. Set in a characterful three storey converted Georgian... »
Trishna, W1
When you sister restaurant is known to be one of Mumbai’s finest Indian restaurants, the expectations on your London outpost are understandably going to be high. Probably appreciating how difficult it is to emulate such a revered restaurant, the team behind Trishna merely bought a few influences of their Indian outpost to London. As... »
The Wallace, W1
As architecturally clever and stunning London is, one would never really think of it as a romantic city. Yes, there are some great views to be had of the city’s historic skyline, but the second the slightest whiff of luurve hits the air, a sudden downpour will quickly follow. Any romantic ideas of a... »
The Landau, W1
It’s early January, Ms Pancake and I have just got back from a month in India and London greets us with the biggest contrast in culture and environment possible. Beaches of soft, glistening sand are replaced by pavements of treacherous ice and snow, whilst the smiley faces of Goa had become little more than... »
Mooli’s, W1
So it’s early December and London is well into the swing of the festive season. For Greedy Glancy and I, an evening full of Christmas parties await. Not wanting to peak too early we decide to have a pre-party snack and thus began the hunt through Soho for the mysterious ‘mooli’. “The what?” I... »
Mennula, W1
As far as great culinary destinations go, Sicily provided one of my best ever experiences. Forget pretty plates and fancy presentation - it’s just about hearty, rustic dishes in a homely environment. The people were also amongst the most hospitable I’ve come across, making the already delicious food taste just that little bit better. ... »
