Lunch at Dinner? That sounds appealing simply from the name and the fact it’s Heston Blumenthal’s foray into the London dining scene is just icing on the proverbial cake. In this case it was a birthday cake as we were heading to the Chef’s Table to celebrate a close friend and fellow foodie’s birthday. I’d … Continue reading
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Ametsa with Arzak Instruction – Fine dining falling short
Ametsa with Arzak Instruction (let’s call it AWAI) is one of the newest “designed for a Michelin star” restaurants to hit London. That’s no surprise given its pedigree – it’s the brainchild of Chef Juan Mari Arzak and his daughter Elena who boast 3 such stars at Arzak in San Sebastian. However, neither of these … Continue reading
BurgerQuest – Hawk3 – Hawksmoor Seven Dials
Hawksmoor Seven Dials was the last Hawksmoor I needed to complete the collection, and ,when I saw the email advertising their Christmas Turkey Burger as the 3rd burger special, I knew the time had come to try it. I had arranged to meet a friend there before we headed off to see a play but … Continue reading
Hawks4 – Hawksmoor Air St
I have to say it would be pretty hard to put on a better show than Hawksmoor Air St pulled off last night. Thanks to the gracious Linzi M, I met up with 5 fellow Yelpers to partake in a meat feast of legen-wait for it. And while we’re waiting, a bit more knowledge. As … Continue reading
Babylon – A restaurant literally above them all
Like the city of old, Babylon stands towering over London as an example of civilisation. And as it’s namesake did, the building stretches up past its neighbours to reach for the heavens. Although in London, this feat only requires 6 or 7 floors. Babylon is the bar/restaurant located on the 7th floor of a building … Continue reading
Dinner – Best Birthday (Meal) Ever!
Dinner at Dinner. I’m sure I’m not the only one who enjoys saying that and then giggling like a little schoolgirl. You do have to grow up a bit to feel at home in the uber-posh setting of both the Mandarin Oriental hotel and Dinner itself. Although it feels like the little sister to the … Continue reading