Burgers have been a hot topic for the last year or two and London has benefitted from a wealth of pretty tasty joints. The French have now got in on the action and brought over a successful ‘amburger recipe in the form of Big Fernand. I was fortunate to drop by one of the Paris … Continue reading
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Review: Big Fernand Paris
One of the joys (and bragging rights) of living in London is being able to hop a train and find yourself in Paris in a couple of hours. And it’s even better when work splurges on your ticket for business class on the Eurostar (which has surprisingly decent food and drink on offer). My standard … Continue reading
Review: One Canada Square Restaurant
Work lunches can always be a challenge. You go as a large group (which means you inevitably get stuck with a limited menu) and then there is the dilemma of ordering something rich and interesting (and then drifting off to sleep in a food coma) or going for the simple sandwich or salad option. After … Continue reading
Review: B&H Buildings Boozy Brunch
Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings is the restaurant version of one of my favourite bars in Central London. The décor is similar with B&H Buildings keeping the cost sitting room feel albeit with a slightly more modern approach. And as you’d expect, the cocktail list is interesting and tempting. However, that’s about all the two have … Continue reading
Review: Grill on the Market
The Grill on the Market has been on my list to try ever since I missed the Yelp event there. As the name implies, it’s right on the edge of Smithfield Market (where else would you site a meat-centric place?). The entry is set up as a bar/bistro with some small tables and booths but … Continue reading
Review: Hotbox Boozy Brunch
I’ve loved Hotbox every time I’ve come across them at various food markets and events. Their ribs at Ribstock 2014 were spectacular and their burger at the last National Burger Day was also a winner. So I was pretty excited to try out their new brunch menu at the permanent digs just down the street … Continue reading
Review: The Joint Marylebone
The other day, I joined a hilarious group of fellow food bloggers to try out a new BBQ place in Marylebone called The Joint. As a disclaimer, I was a guest of Kapranos PR for the event. That being said, I would have happily paid for almost everything we tried out that night. The Joint … Continue reading
TMS Does Vancouver: Craft Beer Market
Craft Beer Market is exactly what it says on the tin. There are over 100 craft beers from around the world on tap and a few more in bottle form, just in case you like a bit of variety. They also have a full food menu (think American/Canadian comfort food), some extremely friendly staff to … Continue reading
Review: Smack Lobster
There have been a slew of lobster joints opening up in London with Fraq’s Lobster Shack joining Lobster Kitchen in a couple of weeks. But first I headed to Smack Lobster which is the newest spot from the guys behind Goodman and Burger & Lobster. Geared towards those dropping in for a casual bite rather … Continue reading
Review: Goode & Wright
It’s rare that I come away from a dining experience and think “wow, that was perfect!”. That’s not to say I haven’t had many enjoyable times, but absolutely perfect ones? Yet Goode & Wright delivered an excellent meal that I haven’t stopped raving about in the past few weeks. From the warm welcome to the … Continue reading