Editor's Desk - London - Taste London

As Britons Seek Healthier Snacks, Nourish Bets On The Power Of Coconut

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago03 mins mins

Nourish’s Coconut Revolution Nourish is challenging conventional healthy snacks with coconut-based treats that support digestive and hormonal health, expanding nationwide as consumers increasingly prioritise wellness, natural ingredients and functional nutrition. Health has become the leading factor influencing snack purchases in the UK, with consumers increasingly seeking products that deliver functional benefits alongside convenience. Against this…

In Bakewell, The Charleston Bets On All-Day Dining, Live Music And Big-City Ambition

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago05 mins mins

The Charleston, Bakewell’s highly anticipated new bar and restaurant, has revealed its menus ahead of a summer opening in the former Royal Bank of Scotland building. The Charleston Reveals Menus Bakewell’s new £2.6 million venue, The Charleston, has unveiled its menus featuring creative brunches, refined dining, cocktails and live music, creating a vibrant all-day destination…

Slow-Cooked Soul: The Harissa Lamb Conquering Broadway Market

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago01 mins mins

When crown laurels are handed out for the 2026 Best of Taste London, the spotlight belongs firmly to East 2 West’s extraordinary Harissa Lamb. In a city brimming with culinary innovation, this £18 masterpiece from Hackney captured our hearts through pure technical precision and soul. Slow-cooked for four hours, the meat achieves a breathtaking, melt-in-the-mouth…

Shoreditch’s RawMasterclass: Sushi Revolution

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago01 mins mins

THE 2026 BEST OF TASTE LONDON Securing our 2026 Best Hand Roll title, Sushi Revolution Shoreditch has redefined the format. These aren’t just rolls; they are precision-engineered flavour bombs. The Maguro is a punchy highlight, pairing pristine tuna with a sharp jalapeño and kimchi miso kick. For a more elegant bite, the Hamachi offers buttery yellowtail…

Why Ran Thai Serves One of London’s Best Tamarind Duck Dishes

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago01 mins mins

Ran Thai Restaurant’s Tamarind Duck stands out as one of London’s finest for its flawless balance of flavour, texture, and presentation. Chef Gábor Luter transforms a classic Thai favourite into a refined culinary experience, pairing tender, perfectly roasted duck with a tamarind sauce that delicately balances sweetness and tanginess. Every element is thoughtfully composed, from…

The N1 Icon:De Beauvoir’s Pesto-Tuna Masterpiece

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago01 mins mins

If there is one sandwich that defines the elevated deli culture of N1 this year, it is the Tuna & Pesto Bagel from The De Beauvoir Wholefoods. While London has no shortage of traditional bagel shops, this market-fresh creation secures our top spot for 2026 by proving that a “simple” tuna sandwich can be a…

A Canterbury Chef Brings Odisha’s Culinary Heritage To The Global Stage With A Prestigious London Award

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago04 mins mins

Dev Biswal’s Prestigious London Triumph Dev Biswal, owner-chef of The Cook’s Tale in Canterbury, won the Regional Indian Cuisine Championship at the inaugural Indian Restaurant Awards in London, celebrating Odisha’s rich culinary heritage internationally. Dev Biswal, the owner-chef of The Cook’s Tale restaurant in Canterbury plus The Cook’s Adventures tour company, has collected the prestigious…

Dheeraj Singh Kaira Crowned UK Curry Champion 2026

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago04 mins mins

From Silver To Champion: Dheeraj Singh Kaira Wins Britain’s Premier Curry Competition Dheeraj Singh Kaira of Michelin-starred Benares won the UK Curry Championships 2026 in Dunstable, outperforming chefs nationwide to claim National Curry Chef of the Year honours. Dunstable, Bedfordshire – The heat was on at the UK Curry Championships 2026 as some of Britain’s…

At Britain’s Premier Curry Championship, Top Chefs Compete For National Culinary Glory

Editor's Desk - London4 months ago4 months ago03 mins mins

Photo:Shah Athar, COO of UK Curry Connect and organiser of the UK Curry Championships 2026, proudly presents the National Curry Chef of the Year trophy ahead of the prestigious culinary competition in Dunstable. UK Curry Championships 2026 Heats Up Seventeen chefs from the UK and Europe will compete in Dunstable for the National Curry Chef…

Bambuddha Returns as Ibiza’s Ultimate After-Dark Ritual

Editor's Desk - London5 months ago03 mins mins

Photo: Guests dine beneath glowing lanterns and bamboo canopies as Bambuddha welcomes Ibiza’s new season with immersive MediterrAsian dining and ritualistic nightlife. Bambuddha Awakens Ibiza Nights Bambuddha reopens in Ibiza for the new season, blending MediterrAsian cuisine, immersive design, seductive cocktails and music-driven nightlife into one of the island’s most iconic experiences. As the White…