Christy Spring
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The Dishoom Black Daal
You will see queues outside the doors of Dishoom solely for a bowl of its iconic black daal. It's spiced, rich and totally soul-warming
Published: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Rambutan
Sri Lankan restaurant by Cynthia Uma in Borough Market. Expect to eat deeply satisfying village-style Sri Lankan food focusing on regional dishes from the island's north.
Marylebone Food Festival
From Tuesday 25 April to Sunday 30 April, Marylebone Food Festival 2023 will feature a magnificent line-up of masterclasses, supper clubs, tastings and specially themed menus
Tuesday 25 April 2023 - Sunday 30 April 2023
The Ritz's Crêpe Suzette
The Ritz's crêpe suzette has been an item on the menu of the world-famous hotel restaurant for more than a century – evidence of its popularity and celebrity status. These pancakes should be flambéd at the end for maximum culinary theatrics
Published: Monday 17th April 2023
The Plain Egg and Milk Hopper from Hoppers
These crisp bowl-shaped pancakes are a menu staple at the much-loved restaurant Hoppers. Originating from South India and Sri Lanka, hoppers can be served plain or as an accompaniment to curries and sambols
Published: Wednesday 29th March 2023
Five Favourite Cookbooks from London Chefs
Recreate the magic of your favourite London restaurants at home, with our five favourite cookbooks by London chefs. From a River Cafe pastry prodigy to the head chef at St John, get ready to gain some serious culinary credentials.
Published: Tuesday 28th March 2023
The Quo Vadis Eel Sandwich
This legendary eel sandwich recipe is one of Jeremy Lee's signature dishes and is a favourite among diners at Soho's iconic Quo Vadis
Published: Monday 13th March 2023
Six national finalists announced for the Roux Scholarship 2023
Following the regional finals which took place in London and Birmingham, the Roux Family have revealed the names of the six chefs who will be competing for the title of Roux Scholar 2023.
Published: Friday 10th March 2023
Art'otel London
Art’otel is the ultimate quirky city retreat. It's got some serious food credentials, the plushest robes and the best views of Battersea Power Station.
Koya's English Breakfast Noodles
The Koya English breakfast noodles are a fan favourite and go down in legend for destroying hangovers and warming souls. This anglo-Japanese dish, combines the very best of a traditional Japanese breakfast with an English fry up
Published: Saturday 4th March 2023
Bentley's Proper Shellfish Cocktail
This proper English shellfish cocktail is a classic dish at Bentley's Oyster Bar & Grill, packed with the freshest crab, prawns and lobster tails. It's a particular favourite of owner and chef patron, Richard Corrigan