Food

The London Fiver – Five of London’s Best Bakeries to Visit on Your Next Trip

Jun 18, 2015 By John Rabon

I love pastries. Sometimes, I love them a little too much. Whether it’s cupcakes, bread, rolls, cannolis, donuts, cronuts, or any other type of delicious baked goods, there are plenty of places in London where you can find them. Some are big, well-known establishments, while others are your friendly neighbourhood bakery; yet, both have their own charms, their own delicious … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of London’s Best Bakeries to Visit on Your Next Trip

The London Fiver – Five of the Best American Restaurants in London For When You’re Homesick

Dec 19, 2014 By John Rabon

There’s no place like home. Finding yourself in London, whether you’re just there for a visit or living there long-term, you may get a longing for some of the comforts of home—namely the food. It may seem strange for Americans to think of their own food as a something foreign, but in London, it’s a unique style as much as French, Italian, or Chinese. And sure, you can find … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best American Restaurants in London For When You’re Homesick

The London Fiver – Five Fun London Pubs Worth a Visit That Aren’t Your Bog Standard Pub

Nov 10, 2014 By John Rabon

A pub is a great place to relax and London certainly has plenty of options for that. However, what if you want something more? Something a little different? Well, if that sounds like you, London also has plenty of interesting and fun pubs in which to take your pint. Whether it’s the décor, the selection, or some other unique quality, there are several interesting pubs that will … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Fun London Pubs Worth a Visit That Aren’t Your Bog Standard Pub

Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip

Nov 5, 2014 By John Rabon

Lots of people out there want an interesting dining experience. For most, it means they want great food, great service, and maybe some interesting décor. However, some restaurants go the extra mile in making a dining experience worth remembering. In London, there are many strange and interesting restaurants that Londoners and tourists can visit for the most exciting and odd … [Read more...] about Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip

London Pubs: The Top Five Strangest Pubs in London – Have You Been to One?

Jul 8, 2014 By John Rabon

Everyone has their favorite local, the place where you go at the end of the day to unwind, have a pint, and forget that dreaded cell they still call an office. However, when you’re on holiday, you may not want to find a normal pub. You may want something with a bit of flair, a dash of the different, and perhaps even the strange. Next time you find yourself in London, be sure to … [Read more...] about London Pubs: The Top Five Strangest Pubs in London – Have You Been to One?

Fortnum & Mason Has Opened Its First New Store in 307 Years in St Pancras Station

Nov 11, 2013 By jonathan

Fortnum & Mason, the posh department store that's known as the green grocer to the Queen, has opened it's first new store in the UK in 307 years, so it's quite an occasion. St Pancras train station is the location for the new mini store. The 200sq m store, located in what was part of the ‘undercroft’ previously used for storing Bass Beer from Burton on Trent in the … [Read more...] about Fortnum & Mason Has Opened Its First New Store in 307 Years in St Pancras Station

Video: The Cabmen’s Shelters Inside London’s Secret Green Sheds

Aug 7, 2013 By jonathan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0NxYUvbHkU Check out this great video from the BBC about London's mysterious Cab Shelters. From the BBC: To the untrained eye, they are green sheds - an incongruous sight on the busy streets of urban London. But these wooden structures have, in fact, been part of the street-scene in the capital since 1875 - a refuge for taxi drivers to … [Read more...] about Video: The Cabmen’s Shelters Inside London’s Secret Green Sheds

Summer London: The Top 5 London Beer Gardens

Jul 16, 2013 By jonathan

The British summer has always been a fickle thing; so when we get a few days of sunshine, people across the country head straight outside and take advantage of a rare hot spell to kick back in a beer garden. If you’re working in the City, you’ll want to cool off after a hot day in the office, so here’s a round up of the top five London beer gardens, to help you find a watering … [Read more...] about Summer London: The Top 5 London Beer Gardens

10 Top, Fast Budget Eats in London When You’ve Only Got 10 Minutes

Jun 3, 2013 By jonathan

London is awash with great dining, whether you’re a fan of the mighty steak or a vegan platter. It’s also a city where everyone is always busy, has too little time, and is always rushing from one place to the next trying to get through that ‘to do’ list. Deal sites like Deal Zippy always list loads of attractive restaurant discount vouchers for the capital but what about when … [Read more...] about 10 Top, Fast Budget Eats in London When You’ve Only Got 10 Minutes

High(est) Tea in London: Paramount Launches High Tea 32 Floors Above Soho

May 24, 2013 By jonathan

High tea is taken to another level at Paramount, the restaurant and bar at the tip of Centre Point. Ascend 32 floors and enjoy its all-new high tea – the highest in London, no less – with 360-degree views of the capital. Whether with leaves (£28) or with bubbles (£42), high tea at Paramount is a welcome respite from the buzzing, chaotic streets below – from a quick … [Read more...] about High(est) Tea in London: Paramount Launches High Tea 32 Floors Above Soho

The Delicious Looking Chocolate Version of London

Apr 1, 2013 By jonathan

Chef and Artisan Chocolatier Damian Allsop has made his own Chocolate versions of London. Each flavor evokes a certain part of London and the bar itself is in the shape of the Great London Map. From the website: Each bar is an individual journey inspired by the cultures around the iconic London Street Sign. These unique bars are all made by hand in our studio, just … [Read more...] about The Delicious Looking Chocolate Version of London

‘A table for children, please’ – Top 5 London child friendly restaurants in London

Mar 28, 2013 By jonathan

If you’re like me then you are often daunted at the thought of going for lunch or dinner with the little ones. With three children of my own, finding child-friendly restaurants has never been easy. We always go to our usual, which we have been going to for the past five years and to be frank I am bored of keeping it ‘safe’. If you are reading this then you too are looking for a … [Read more...] about ‘A table for children, please’ – Top 5 London child friendly restaurants in London

Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s to Close in June 2013

Mar 25, 2013 By jonathan

Bad news for fans of TV's favorite foul mouthed chef - his flagship restaurant, located in the luxury hotel Claridge's is going to be closed. According to the Daily Mail: Gordon Ramsay’s contract to run the restaurant at Claridge’s hotel is not being renewed, it has been revealed. His 12-year stewardship of the Art Deco dining rooms at the five-star Mayfair hotel will end … [Read more...] about Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s to Close in June 2013

Maps: A London Pub for All Reasons

Nov 28, 2012 By jonathan

The folks over at Herb Lester Associates make beautiful maps of London, focusing on specific areas. They've just released a new map just in time for the holidays that focuses on the best places in London to grab a pint. From their website: There are pub guides for real ale drinkers, for amateur historians and for walkers, but this is a guide for all reasons. The 30 pubs … [Read more...] about Maps: A London Pub for All Reasons

London Books: Eat London 2 – All About Food by Peter Prescott & Terence Conran

Aug 9, 2012 By jonathan

Despite Britain's historically poor culinary reputation, London is now a centre of world food and a destination for the foodie. This begs the question, though, how does one navigate London's numerous gastropubs, fast food places, etc and separate them from the true culinary gems? Enter the book Eat London 2 by Peter Prescott & Terence Conran which explores the unique, … [Read more...] about London Books: Eat London 2 – All About Food by Peter Prescott & Terence Conran

Guest Article: London’s Best Historic Pubs by David Long

Jul 18, 2012 By jonathan

For all the millions who have come to know London's familiar face, like any truly great city it retains its secrets. For every Hampton Court or Westminster Abbey there are many hundreds of lesser treasures, so many indeed that the sheer weight of cultural and architectural wealth can overwhelm and each day these same visitors stroll through the streets without even noticing so … [Read more...] about Guest Article: London’s Best Historic Pubs by David Long

Afternoon tea with royal hats – Luxury Afternoon Tea at The Berkeley for the Diamond Jubilee

Apr 16, 2012 By jonathan

The 5-star luxury Berkeley hotel in Knightsbridge is celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee by offering visitors a Prêt-à-Portea – The Royal Collection afternoon tea. The Berkeley’s fashion-inspired afternoon tea Prêt-à-Portea showcases the season’s fashions in pastries and biscuits. The designs normally change twice a year to coincide with the Spring Summer and Autumn … [Read more...] about Afternoon tea with royal hats – Luxury Afternoon Tea at The Berkeley for the Diamond Jubilee

The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is Coming to Leicester Square

Mar 23, 2012 By jonathan

The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company - the chain inspired by the film Forest Gump - is going to open it's first outlet in the UK in London's Leicester Square Area. According to the Evening Standard: Bubba Gump Shrimp Company has agreed a deal to take a 12,000 sq ft restaurant and 1200 sq ft shop at 7-14 Coventry Street opposite TGI Friday’s and in the former Planet Hollywood site … [Read more...] about The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is Coming to Leicester Square

Explore London’s Coffee Culture during the London Coffee Festival

Feb 27, 2012 By jonathan

The London Coffee Festival will celebrate London's coffee culture during Britain’s National Coffee Week at the end of April. There will be artisanal Kimbo coffee and specialist tea for sale, demonstrations by ‘baristas’, gourmet food stalls and live music across different festival zones:: Hyde Park, Shoreditch, Soho, The Lab and The Growing Community. The UK Barista … [Read more...] about Explore London’s Coffee Culture during the London Coffee Festival

Food: A Little Piece of Cuba in Central London

Nov 23, 2011 By jonathan

If you've never been to Cuba - you can experience a little bit of Cuba in London at The Cuban - a Cuban themed restaurant located in Camden. From their website: Never been to Cuba? Then don’t despair!! Visit us for a true Cuban experience! We’ve visited the beautiful city of Havana and brought home the true spirit of Cuba. We stock over 100 rums and produce the … [Read more...] about Food: A Little Piece of Cuba in Central London

Fun New iPhone App: London Pub Crawls

Sep 28, 2011 By jonathan

We love a good iPhone app about London and the latest one we've had a chance to test is pretty awesome. Called the London Pub Crawl App - the apps features tons of pub crawls all over London. It will guide you to where they are, what routes to take and most importantly what to eat and drink when you get there. From the app description: With over 7,000 pubs in London, The … [Read more...] about Fun New iPhone App: London Pub Crawls

Soho Joe Pizzeria: Succulent Slices Served with a Smile

Sep 21, 2011 By jonathan

Since when did London become so obsessed with pizza? The art of pizza making has been adopted all over the world and everybody seems to want to be in on a slice. Originating from Italy, there’s an abundance of recipes and toppings, which now include bizarre additions like roast potatoes, macadamia nuts and even aromatic duck! Soho is the place to come to enjoy this … [Read more...] about Soho Joe Pizzeria: Succulent Slices Served with a Smile

All aboard for a week of cocktails – London Cocktail Week 2011

Aug 17, 2011 By jonathan

During London Cocktail Week in October, cocktail tours on original red Routemaster double-decker buses will visit more than 100 cocktail bars, each offering a bespoke drink for £4. At special London Cocktail Week bus stops outside participating bars, bartenders will serve mini-cocktails to drinkers wearing a London Cocktail Week wristband while they wait for the … [Read more...] about All aboard for a week of cocktails – London Cocktail Week 2011

Celebrating London’s cuisine at the London Restuarant Festival

Aug 10, 2011 By jonathan

This October sees the third London Restaurant Festival, a city-wide celebration of eating out in the capital, from Michelin-starred restaurants to neighbourhood bistros. Some restaurants will offer Festival Menus, and there will be different events during the two weeks, including the world’s first six-Michelin-star meal. Guests will be served drinks at the Savoy hotel, … [Read more...] about Celebrating London’s cuisine at the London Restuarant Festival

A Peek at Gordon Ramsay’s New London Restaurant – Bread Street Kitchen

Jul 29, 2011 By jonathan

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is to open a new restaurant in the City of London in September. Bread Street Kitchen will open in the newly built One New Change development next to St Paul’s Cathedral. The restaurant is planned to offer an informal, relaxed dining experience in a large warehouse-style room with an open kitchen. It will be open from early morning to late at … [Read more...] about A Peek at Gordon Ramsay’s New London Restaurant – Bread Street Kitchen

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