Boisdale of Belgravia launch new cocktail list and we were there, what’s more we brought back some classic cocktail recipes too.
Terrines and Verrines at Searcy’s
Searcy’s Champagne Bar at St Pancras, London, as recently introduced a new ‘terrines and verrines’ menu to complement the range of champagnes on offer.
Street food with Tamarai
Tamarai in Covent Garden, London, has launched a selection of street food from far eastern cuisines which will be available at the restaurant until the end of August.
Muttar Paneer (pea and cheese curry)
Thought cheese was just for Italian dishes? Well think again. This North Indian recipe uses Paneer cheese to create a sweet and spicy curry. Try it and see how you like it.
Polpo, Soho
I like Polpo a lot better now it’s got over the initial trendy phase and settled down to simply feeding people. This is the sort of place that only Soho can support, a postcode where dodgy expenses are still signed off and the locals more mature and less fickle than out East. You need eight arms to tackle all the dishes as they pile onto your small table though.
Corrigan’s Mayfair Offers August BYOB Promotion
Bring your own bottle of wine with you when you dine at Corrigan’s Mayfair this August and they’ll open it for you for free.
Galvin At Windows To Serve Vintage Fine Wines By The Glass
Galvin at Windows offers vintage fine wines at cost price for two weeks this August. It’s the perfect opportunity to try wines you might otherwise never order!
Benito’s Hat Mexican Kitchen, Covent Garden
Operation Burrito: A visit to the new Benito’s Hat Mexican Kitchen. It’s already got plenty of foodie fans but what’s all the fuss about and are the Burritos really that good? Read on to find out!
West Dean Gardens Annual Chilli Fiesta, 6 – 8 August
Hotter for longer this year, the West Dean’s Chilli Fiesta has been extended to three days, as it attracts devoted chilli fanatics from all over the world. Creating a very special hotspot among the nation’s food events, there will be chilli growing and cooking demonstrations, tastings galore ranging from the mild to the very hot.
Volupte introduces Tuesday evening and free lunchtime show packages
Decadence is the order of the day at Volupté, rich deep maroon colours on the walls, with feature walls and areas, and low lighting to accentuate the feel of something just a little naughty. It is definitely a little different from any other restaurant lunch or dinner.