Review
In Hampstead, Zara Restaurant Serves Anatolia With Grace, Memory and Remarkable Warmth
Photo: Zara Restaurant combines authentic Turkish cooking, welcoming hospitality and Hampstead charm to create one of London’s most memorable neighbourhood dining experiences. Photos by Ben F. Oncu, Taste London A Timeless Taste Of Anatolia In The Heart Of Hampstead At Zara Restaurant in Hampstead, beautifully prepared falafel, mücver, kısır and outstanding İslim Kebabı showcase authentic…
At Poulet, A Chicken Shop Straddles Bermondsey’s Market and Beer Mile Cultures
An Eccentric Railway Arch Eatery Serves Elevated Comfort Food between Artisan Markets and Craft Beer Bars Poulet transforms simple rotisserie chicken into a Bermondsey dining experience, pairing tender roast chicken and dripping potatoes with eclectic flavours, quirky décor, and a menu bridging market visitors and beer lovers. On one side of the Bermondsey railway viaduct,…
Faber Lets the Sea Decide the Menu—and It Rarely Makes a Mistake
Fresh British Seafood, Fearless Flavours, and Sustainability in Perfect Balance From uniquely topped oysters to an unforgettable crab taco and exceptional desserts, Faber delivers sustainably sourced seafood with creativity, balance, and warmth, making it one of London’s most compelling dining destinations. W hat started as two friends delivering seafood and cocktails on their bikes during the…
Bombolone Brings Authentic Italian Tiramisu Doughnuts To The Heart Of London
An Irresistible Taste Of La Dolce Vita Bombolone’s Mama Mia Tiramisu! transforms the beloved Italian dessert into an exceptionally light brioche doughnut, filled with silky espresso mascarpone cream, delivering one of London’s most memorable sweet experiences. I t was one of those hot London afternoons when nobody in the office felt like working. Instead, a box…
At Khamsa, Chef Djamel Turns Algerian Hospitality Into a One-Man Culinary Performance
A Singular Dining Experience Rooted In Tradition, Seasonality, And Heart Khamsa offers an unforgettable dining experience where authenticity, warmth, meticulous craftsmanship, and ever-changing seasonal cuisine create something truly exceptional. O n a sunny Wednesday evening, I walked up to Khamsa in Brixton ready for my reservation, only to find a deserted restaurant. No wait staff, no…
At Khachapuri, Crystal Palace Discovers the Soul of Georgian Comfort Food
Photo: Every dish at Khachapuri reflects the chef’s dedication to authentic Georgian cooking, celebrating homemade recipes, fresh ingredients and generations of culinary tradition. Where Homemade Traditions Meet Warm Hospitality Khachapuri delivers an authentic taste of Georgia through homemade dishes, warm hospitality, cosy surroundings and traditional recipes, making it one of Crystal Palace’s most delightful neighbourhood…
Firebird Delivers Brilliant Small Plates but Stumbles Beyond the Grill
A Tale of Two Meals at Firebird, Soho Firebird impresses with exceptional cocktails, inventive Mediterranean small plates and stylish surroundings, but an underwhelming lamb dish and disappointing dessert leave an otherwise memorable dining experience frustratingly incomplete. Soho’s Mediterranean hotspot dazzles with inventive small plates, punchy cocktails and a beautiful setting, though a less successful main…
Record Holder Sets First Time to Beat in New Bakewell Tart Eating Challenge
Leah Shutkever celebrates after completing the inaugural Bakewell Tart eating challenge in 25 minutes and 51 seconds, setting the first official time to beat. Leah Conquers Giant Bakewell Tart British competitive eater Leah Shutkever completed a giant Bakewell Tart eating challenge in 25 minutes and 51 seconds, setting the first official record ahead of National…
From Buddhist Temples to Tahoe Tables: Wolfdale’s Continues Chef Douglas Dale’s Culinary Journey
Photo: Wolfdale’s signature dishes celebrate pristine seafood, bold global flavours, meticulous technique, and elegant presentation in every composed plate. A Timeless Tahoe Institution Blending Japanese Craft, Global Flavours, And Heartfelt Hospitality Wolfdale’s combines decades of family tradition, Japanese-inspired technique, exceptional seafood, warm hospitality, and beautifully balanced flavours, delivering a memorable special-occasion dining experience that continues to…
Chef Jesse Mathewson Brings Big-City Culinary Ambition to a Hidden Tahoe Tavern
Hidden in an unassuming Lake Tahoe strip mall, The Dog & Bear Tavern pairs Chef Jesse Mathewson’s inventive, seasonally-driven cooking with genuine neighbourhood hospitality, delivering everything from artisan pizzas and confit duck legs to whimsical house-made ice creams without a trace of pretension. H ave you ever needed a restaurant that will please both your picky,…