Restaurant – Articles about London

On Sunday, May 19th, Celele, which is No. 16 in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2023 and is known for its delicious fusion of Colombian-Caribbean cuisines, will serve up a four-course feast at Viajante87, which you would otherwise have to travel around the world to enjoy. Each dish will be paire...

The National Restaurant Awards 2024 are being held in London on 10th June and the nominees for Opening of the Year have been announced. Nine restaurants nationwide have been shortlisted for the award, with five of them being based in the capital. Restaurants in Bristol, Jersey, Manchester, and Edinb...

Adventure through South African vineyards at Vivat Bacchus' brand new wine dinners this May. Each event is dedicated to showcasing a wine estate from the Rainbow Nation to showcase what South African wine really has to offer. Each event will take place in the private dining areas of the restaurant's...

Launching on May 15th, The Churchill Bar and Terrace is set to unveil its latest transformation, which will be the epitome of summer in the heart of London's Marylebone. Embracing a marine-inspired theme, this outdoor sanctuary will offer a space to enjoy a drink or bite to eat away from the busy ci...

Yard Sale Pizza and Bleecker Burger are both icons of London's food scene, but have you ever wondered what would happen if the two came together? Well, wonder no more because this dream fast food collab has actually come to be. What's more, the pairing also coincides with Yard Sale's 10th anniversar...

The Hero of Maida was a classic on the London pub scene, having been built in 1878 and undergoing a few name changes in that time. The pub as we know it closed earlier this year but the good news is that it's soon coming back with a new name – The Hero. If you're a fan of tasty pub grub then this is...

Welcome to our guide to the best sustainable and zero-waste restaurants in London! As the world becomes more conscious of environmental impact, London's culinary scene is leading the way with innovative dining experiences that prioritise sustainability. From pioneering zero-waste policies to champio...

There's a new brunch on the scene in Victoria at TH@51, and it draws inspiration from cuisines and flavours around the world with a two-course, three-course and bottomless option. Launching with an Elementals theme, the dishes are centred around the earth's biomes: Air, Water, Earth, and Fire. The m...

Junsei is an authentic Japanese restaurant specialising in the art of yakitori skewers, and they've just launched a handful of delicious new items to their already tasty menu. Junsei takes a zero-waste approach to cooking, which means every part of the chicken is grilled over white-hot binchotan cha...

The US-based International Downtown Association Foundation is a charitable non-profit whose Backing International Small Restaurants grant, supported by American Express, is designed to help small independent restaurants develop their business, whether through refurbishing their venue, improving kitc...

Michelin-starred chef Tom Brown, originally from Redruth in Cornwall, has collaborated with Cornish Orchard to feature their new Naturally Sparkling Cider, Avalen, at his Hackney restaurant, Cornerstone.  Available until May 12th, Avalen will be on Cornerstone's sparkling wine menu and paired w...

Smiths of Smithfield is a top destination for modern British cooking, occupying a four storey building in Farringdon. On 19th April, guests can join the venue for the relaunch of its rooftop restaurant, No.3 Rooftop Restaurant. Celebrate the occasion with a seven course tasting menu, prepared by hea...

British pasture-to-plate, nose-to-tail restaurant in restaurant Origin City has launched a brand new breakfast menu, set to be the new go-to for morning meals and meetings. At Origin City, Chef Graham Chatham crafts a range of Scottish-inspired dishes, honouring the whole animal to avoid waste. Meat...

To mark Earth Day, The Distillery at Hilton London Bankside will offer a special Earth Day Lunch created by Head Chef Ollie Couillaud, which promises to be kind to both the Earth and your wallet. Inspired by South London and the Basque Country via a stopover in The Caribbean, the...

Inspired by its proximity to King's Cross St Pancras, the stylish restaurant at the striking Great Northern Hotel has taken a page out of J. K. Rowling's books for its new afternoon tea menu. Rails Restaurant offers a cosy, homely environment with modern British food, featuring art-adorned walls and...

Buckle up, cheese lovers, Two Drops will be opening at Battersea Power Station at the end of April, serving a mouthwatering menu of one of the nation's favourite bites – oozy cheese toasties. The new venture comes from those behind some of London's favourite spots, like El Pastor and Parrillian, so...

Flat Iron is thriving, thanks to its origins with The Devonshire's Charlie Carroll and years of success. The beloved steakhouse stands out among London's meat scene for its quality and affordability. With a promising year behind them, Flat Iron is gearing up to open at a new location in London on Ap...

Renowned author and chef Ixta Belfrage has crafted a one-off menu for Isla at The Standard London, the hotel's Isla restaurant. The menu showcases her favourite flavours and dishes from the past, present, and future. An accomplished chef and cookbook author, Ixta Belfrage honed her skills during a f...

Acclaimed chef and restaurateur José Pizarro is considered the godfather of Spanish cuisine in London, having helped kickstart the capital's enduring obsession with tapas and other authentic delicacies. Popularising Spanish cooking through cookbooks, TV appearances, and above all restaurants, it is...

Borough Market restaurant Turnips is bringing back its successful 'Fight THE SYSTEM' initiative this spring, offering a unique and sustainable approach to help combat the pervasive negative news and societal issues. From 16 April to 11 May, the restaurant, led by chef Tomas Lidakevicius and his team...

The Marylebone's beloved 108 Brasserie is taking Sundays to new heights with the introduction of its new Sunday roast and iconic Bloody Mary trolley. Settle in amidst the picturesque surroundings of 108 Brasserie's ivy-clad terrace for a drink before heading indoors to enjoy a traditional roast dinn...

Pizza fanatics might think they need to fly to Naples to sample the best pizza in the world. In fact, you can actually try it here in London – at least during the month of May. Neapolitan pizza restaurant Fatto a Mano, which has locations in King's Cross and Covent Garden as well as in Brighton, is...

Enjoy a whopping 50% off food at London's newest sandwich spot, Tóu, on their grand opening day, 4 April. Ana Gonçalves and Zijun Meng, the masterminds behind TĀ TĀ Eatery, have unveiled TÓU, a pop-up upstairs at The Globe Tavern in Borough Market. It transports diners to a 1970s Japanese Americana-...

As the warm weather starts to pick up, Fitzrovia's wine bar and kitchen Carousel shows no signs of letting up with its signature guest chef residencies. In April, their crop includes culinary punks from Stockholm, an Australian live-fire master, a Michelin-starred returnee, and a unique approach to...

Enjoy a five-course meat extravaganza this April at Vivat Bacchus' South African Supper Club, Club Carnivore. Prepare your taste buds for a meat and wine pairing experience governed by three simple rules: red meat only, red wine only, and wine served exclusively in magnums or larger. The special men...

This April, Heliot Steak House is offering tired London Marathon runners a free meal, giving them a chance to unwind and refuel at the West End restaurant, once voted the best steak house in London. After months of rigorous training, runners can enjoy a complimentary Argentinian Rib Eye Steak at Hel...

Wondering where you can get the best fried chicken in London? Indian restaurant group Kricket have been wondering that too, leading to its Fried Chicken Challenge, which took place on 19th March at the group's Brixton restaurant. The event saw top restaurants going head-to-head to see who has the be...

On 3 April, Viajante87 in Notting Hill will host a unique supper club in London featuring Bolivian chef Marsia Taha from Gustu, ranked 23rd in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2023, and Argentina's Florería Atlántico, 30th in The World's 50 Best Bars 2023 list.  This event, part of The Cultu...

Ana Gonçalves and Zijun Meng, founders of the iconic TĀ TĀ Eatery, are relaunching sister brand TÓU (pronounced toe) on April 5 as a pop-up at The Globe Tavern in Borough Market. The pop-up will feature a 1970s Japanese Americana-inspired sando bar with a laid-back atmosphere and jazz music. The men...

Looking for a midweek treat? Barge East has you covered. On Wednesdays, throughout March and April, you can enjoy a generous 25% off their tasty à la carte menu. Perched on the picturesque River Lee in Hackney Wick, Barge East is more than just a restaurant – it's a sensory experience located on a r...

If you're familiar with the dining scene in Bristol, you might have come across Sandwich Sandwich, a popular sandwich shop known for elevating the humble sandwich. After over a decade of success in Bristol, they are finally making their way to London. Sandwich Sandwich, a family-owned business estab...

The Michelin-starred Elystan Street in Chelsea is considered one of the top restaurants in the capital, with renowned chef Phil Howard serving up exquisite European fare in an elegant setting, complete with old-school service and hospitality. Indulging in one of Elystan Street's tasting menus is a t...

Italian cuisine is consistently ranked as one of the world's favourite types of food. Its stateside cousin, Italian-American food, is also one of the hottest culinary trends of 2024, with new venues opening in London and further afield. That might be about to change though with the launch of an exci...

Beasy, the snug cocktail bar and restaurant on Greek Street in buzzy Soho, is dishing out irresistible discounts until March 28th. On Mondays and Tuesdays, you can chow down with a whopping 50% off their mouthwatering menu, and you can also enjoy a generous 30% off on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Beasy...

After a strong February showing with a bunch of talented chefs making their way to Fitzrovia, Carousel's kitchen residencies show no sign of letting up. The wine bar's March line-up features an exclusive preview of one of the buzziest new London openings of the year so far, as well as more some of t...

At the 2024 AA Rosette Awards, held in London, the world's most decorated female chef added the highest number of Rosettes awarded on the night to her trophy case. The AA Rosettes are one of the top culinary honours a restaurant can attain, respected by many because they have a habit of highlighting...

Holi is a traditional Hindu festival where everyone is invited to participate in a colourful party lasting sixteen days. You might be familiar with the colourful powder thrown all over each other throughout the festival, but people also love to feast over these days and to commemorate this, beloved...

The City branch of Cinnamon Kitchen is hosting an exclusive supper club this weekend. Cinnamon Collection head honcho Vivek Singh is bringing back the Fantastic Five Supper Club this weekend, reuniting with the four finalists of the 2020 edition of BBC's “MasterChef: The Professionals” – Santosh Sha...

Helmed by chef-owner Alexis Noble, Wander is one of Stokey's hidden dining gems, serving a changing menu reflecting Noble's travels and culinary exploration in a welcoming, relaxed setting. Noble is also a passionate ceramics artist, using her own pottery not just in the restaurant but also selling...

Hackney restaurant The Sea, The Sea has gained an impressive reputation thanks to its intimate chef's table setting and creative seafood courses. In 2023, the restaurant adapted to the changing needs of diners by launching a lower-price tasting menu to make the venue more inclusive. Now more changes...

Bloomsbury pub and French restaurant Rugby Tavern have teamed up with Bloomsbury Flowers to make your Mother's Day extra special this year. Treat your mum to a scrumptious Sunday roast at the pub's French restaurant Bistro Bleu, with options for two or three courses, complete with a complimentary gl...

Pioneering Shoreditch wine bar Oranj will turning over the kitchen to Helen Graham, an accomplished chef and food writer, throughout March. Helen Graham is the former Executive Chef of the beloved Bubala restaurants, where her experienced approach to plant-led cuisine helped shine a new light on veg...

The famous English singer-songwriter and inescapable earworm author is the next guest chef at the viral Fallow spin-off. Fowl is a buzzy spot in the heart of London, launched by the team behind the acclaimed Fallow. The recently-opened restaurant's beak-to-feet concept made waves on social media wit...

Endo at the Rotunda, an intimate Michelin-starred omakase restaurant is already one of the hottest dining tips in town. Based at the former BBC Television Centre and with just 11 seats available, it's already gained a reputation for exclusive and memorable meals under the watchful eye of sushi maste...

The Pem's trailblazing chef will be teaming up with four acclaimed female chefs for a series of exclusive collaborative dinners in March. Sally Abé is an acclaimed chef who's considered one of the rising stars of the current culinary scene, and her restaurant The Pem is one of the top spots in the U...

Pretty much every Londoner knows about the two beigel shops in Brick Lane and everyone has a favourite – you're either team yellow or team white and there is no middle ground. However, it looks like this infamous rivalry might have finally come to an end, with Beigel Shop (the yellow one) closing su...

Persian cuisine, also known as Iranian cuisine, is one of the oldest in the world, shaped by a long history dating back thousands of years and influenced by various civilisations. It's rich in herbs, fruits and fragrant spices and is renowned for its rich flavours, diverse ingredients, and centuries...

Celebrating the Indian festival of colours and love, participants can rock up to the Square Mile restaurant with their friends and family – and start pelting each other with paint. Holi is a major Hindu festival celebrating colours, love, and spring, with images of thousands of participants across I...

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Sri Lankan cuisine, a fragrant blend of histories and flavours shaped by Indian, Dutch, Portuguese, and British influences. No need to journey over 8,000 km – London's bustling dining scene boasts several spots serving up authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. From ar...

During the Holy month of Ramadan, happening from Monday, March 11th to Monday, April 10th this year, Muslims observe fasting from dawn till dusk—no food, drinks, smoking, or, you know, the other stuff. But when the sun sets, it's Iftar time. And guess what? Meet Bros has whipped up a special Iftar m...