Utterly sublime tuna tartar It doesn’t happen that often, but when it does, it’s a most wonderful moment. You’re off the beaten track, not a tourist in sight, expectations aren’t particularly high and WHAM, a taste sensation smacks you in … Read More
Meltingly soft pig’s cheeks tuna sashimi with lentils If you’re staying on or anywhere near Gibraltar, or perhaps playing polo in Sotogrande, a visit to Pura Tapa is a must. The place is buzzing at night time so if you prefer … Read More
Walking down a rather unassuming back street at the Maida Vale end of St. John’s Wood Road I was not sure what to expect of this recently refurbished former Victorian Gin Palace and pub. I certainly wasn’t prepared for … Read More
Spankingly good oysters Delicious bread The perfect Kiev The cow is a small, bustling, ever so slightly cramped pub and restaurant that has an upstairs dining room from which we were shooed away instantly; as if we could have had a … Read More
I’d wanted to return to Boulestin ever since my premier visit in August and, when an invitation arrived to try their Festive menu, I could barely contain myself with excitement; with trembling anticipation I counted the number of sleeps to … Read More
That’s a Yorkshire pudding apparently Tougher than old boots beef A local Sunday lunch would normally have been taken at Le Junction in Harlesden as it’s never failed to impress on all fronts. However, Adam the chef was away … Read More
exceptionally good lasagne You get the picture – a family run restaurant that’s been going for forty odd years, tables adorned with the ubiquitous red and white table cloths and some pretty awful décor. However, I’d rather be in a … Read More
The first thing to smack you in the face as you enter the charming and spacious establishment that is The Parlour in Kensal Rise, NW London is the riot of colour. Exotic and wild flowers arrest your every turn and it’s a wonderful … Read More