Dishoom, Kings Cross – restaurant review
The area now known as King’s Cross is approximately 2 km north-west of the original Roman settlement of Londonium, and it’s thought to have been...
The New Zaika, Kensington – restaurant review
The name Zaika means ‘fine flavour’ in a South Indian dialect, and this restaurant has been known for that since its opening in 1997, although...
Chocolate at Home by Will Torrent – review
I am biased, it’s true. This book was destined to have a good review on two counts. Firstly I adore the author, Will Torrent; and...
Stuffed Chicken Breast wrapped in Pancetta
From BBC Food This chicken recipe is easy and impressive: it’s perfect for a dinner party. Ingredients 4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless...
Alexander McQueen at The Kensington Hotel – restaurant review
Well, perhaps not the man himself, but The Kensington Hotel is presenting a delightful afternoon tea that is inspired by the fashion designer who is...
Brooklands Hotel Surrey – travel review
I live in West London but whenever I consider a weekend break I turn right instead of left at the end of the road. That...
Sticky Fingers – Return with Benny – restaurant review
One is spoilt for restaurants in London. High-end Michelin-starred, white-tableclothed establishments abound. There are exotic and periodically good curry houses. There are trending trucks offering...
Bern – classic and chic – travel review
Bern might not be the first place one would think of for a short city-break. In fact, Switzerland probably isn’t a country one would list...
Champagne – a brief encounter – drinks review
One is spoilt for restaurants in London. Highend Michelin-starred, white-tableclothed establishments abound. The weather becomes warmer. We dream of those balmy days and longer evenings...
Slow Cooker White Chili
From Whole Foods Market Serves 10 to 12 In a modern twist on a game-day classic, cauliflower turns into the surprisingly creamy base...
Strawberry Hill House – Former grandeur restored – travel review
Strawberry Hill. Even the name conjures visions of pastoral idylls, perhaps a water-colour of mature trees with the promise of a gently-flowing river just over...
Shoryu Ramen, Soho – restaurant review
Shoryu Ramen launched in November 2012 and has already been recommended in the Michelin Guide of 2014 and 2015. It has fast become a small...
The Three Faces of Richard – travel review
You couldn’t make it up! A story that, on the face of it, sounds quite improbable. The King in the Car Park … indeed a...
Savoury steamed custards
Photography by Steve Brown Proving that custard is not just limited to dessert, this creamy chicken, mushroom and prawn custard is a delight to...
Mini-Meatball Noodle Soup
From Whole Foods Market Serves 4 Bratwurst is the shortcut to meatballs in this flavourful, Asian-inspired soup. Everyone will love the meatballs and noodles...
Flat Iron, Beak Street – restaurant review
The second Flat Iron opened last July. This could be the start of something big, or at least lots of little somethings if the size...
Honey Mustard Chicken and Veggie Kabobs
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 Use leftover chicken and veggies from these kabobs to make salads or wrap sandwiches. Feel free to substitute...
Harissa chicken skewers
From Sainsbury’s Easy to prepare party nibbles. Serves: 6 Ingredients 2 skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon Belazu rose harissa Juice of ½ small...
Singapore with Marco Polo – travel review
Not sure if Marco Polo, that celebrated explorer of the East, ever got to the area we now know as Singapore; however, he has given...
Kanada-Ya (or how I found my noodle) – restaurant review
I have wanted to visit for a while. No, this isn’t a Michelin-starred restaurant. No, one isn’t dazzled by drifts of white linen tablecloths or...