From South Bank to The Savoy Saturday, April 27th, 2024
This week I review 1890 and Jeux Jeux
From South Bank to The Savoy Saturday, April 27th, 2024
This week I review 1890 and Jeux Jeux
Around Mayfair Saturday, April 20th, 2024
This week I review The Cocochine and Ormer Mayfair
From East Sheen to Piccadilly Saturday, April 13th, 2024
This week I return to Black Salt and The Ritz.
From Fulham to the South Bank Saturday, April 06th, 2024
This week I review Hannah and Josephine Bouchon
From Goodge Street to St James Saturday, March 30th, 2024
This week I review 64 Goodge Street and Toba
From Paris to Golden Square Saturday, March 23rd, 2024
This week I return to Taillevent and review Bob Bebe
From Bloomsbury to Bermondsey Saturday, March 02nd, 2024
This week I review Chishuru and Casse Croute
From Acton to Mayfair Saturday, February 17th, 2024
This week I review Mount Street Restaurant and Stones Fish and Chip Shop and return to the Ritz.
From Brentford to Mayfair Saturday, January 27th, 2024
This week I review the new Atelier Robuchon and Sam’s Waterside
From Twickenham to Soho Saturday, January 06th, 2024
This week I review the reopened Sola and Salon Prive
From East Sheen to St James Saturday, December 30th, 2023
This week I review Kaalika and Noble Palace and return to The Ritz.
From Hammersmith to Richmond Saturday, December 23rd, 2023
This week I review Indian Zing, Core and The Dysart.
From Cavendish Square to Acton Saturday, December 09th, 2023
This week I review Tokri and Les 110 de Taillevents
From Marylebone to Chelsea Saturday, November 18th, 2023
This week I review LAVO London and revisit Gordon Ramsay.
From Piccadilly to Park Lane Saturday, November 11th, 2023
This week I return to The Ritz and The Dorchester Grill
From Maidenhead to Piccadilly Saturday, October 14th, 2023
This week I review The Dew Drop Inn and Masala Zone Piccadilly
From Smithfield Market to Piccadilly Saturday, October 07th, 2023
This week I try Bouchon Racine and return to The Ritz
From Park Lane to Burchetts Green Saturday, August 12th, 2023
This week I review Pavyllon and return to The Crown at Burchetts Green
From Egham to Park Lane Saturday, July 15th, 2023
I review Sushi Kanesaka and Tudor Pass, and return to the Ritz.
From St Pancras to The Strand Saturday, July 08th, 2023
This week I review the Grand Midland Dining Room and try the relocated Ikoyi
A Trip to Munich Saturday, June 10th, 2023
This week I review Tantris DNA, Tohru and JAN
From Petersham to Piccadilly Saturday, June 03rd, 2023
This week I revisit The Dysart and The Ritz
From Ascot to Trafalgar Square Saturday, May 20th, 2023
This week I review Gouqi and Woven at Coworth Park
From Cavendish Square to Hampstead Heath Saturday, May 13th, 2023
This week I review 110 des Taillevent and The Bull and Last
From Hammersmith to Bray Saturday, May 06th, 2023
This week I review Thai 101 and The Waterside Inn
From Paris to Piccadilly Saturday, March 11th, 2023
This week I review Epicure and The Ritz
From Aldwych to Chiswick Saturday, March 04th, 2023
This week I review Dipna Anand at Somerset house and return to La Trompette
From Richmond to Mayfair Saturday, February 25th, 2023
This week I review Koyn and return to the Dysart
From Marlow to Chelsea Saturday, February 04th, 2023
This week I review Vaasu and Medlar
From Mayfair to Ladbroke Grove Saturday, January 14th, 2023
This week I review Orasay and Ormer Mayfair
From East Sheen to Piccadilly Saturday, December 17th, 2022
This week I return to The Ritz and Black Salt
From Soho to Piccadilly Saturday, November 19th, 2022
This week I review Jugemu and return to The Ritz
From Ealing to Regent Street Saturday, October 29th, 2022
This week I review Da Moreno and Alex Dilling
From Shoreditch to Ravenscourt Park Saturday, October 22nd, 2022
This week I review The Princess of Shoreditch and return to L’Amorosa.
From White Waltham to Piccadilly Saturday, October 15th, 2022
This week I review The Beehive and return to the Ritz
Eating around Marseille Saturday, September 17th, 2022
I review AM, Michel, Pizza Sauveur and Pizza Etienne
From Maida Vale to Piccadilly Saturday, July 30th, 2022
This week I review Dhaba49 and return to The Ritz
From Twickenham to Piccadilly Saturday, July 02nd, 2022
This week I review Shiuli and return to The Ritz
From Soho to Sussex Saturday, June 25th, 2022
This week I review the newly vegan Gauthier and also Graveytye Manor
A Trio of Three Stars Saturday, June 18th, 2022
This week I review a trio of three-star restaurants
From Hammersmith to Oxfordshire Saturday, June 11th, 2022
This week I review Maison Francois, The Hampshire and return to Le Manoir au Quat’ Saisons
From Richmond to Piccadilly Saturday, April 30th, 2022
This week I review Madhu’s Brasserie in Richmond and return to The Ritz.
The Ledbury Reopens Saturday, April 09th, 2022
This week I review the reopened Ledbury and return to Dastaan.
Grand Dining in Paris Saturday, March 19th, 2022
I review Plenitude and Le Grand Restaurant
Final Meal of The Year Saturday, January 01st, 2022
I return to The Ritz
A Return to The Dorchester Grill Saturday, December 25th, 2021
I return to The Grill Room at The Dorchester
A Short Hop from Soho to Piccadilly Saturday, December 18th, 2021
This week I review The Ritz and Sola
From Clapham to Piccadilly Saturday, November 06th, 2021
This week I review Trinity and return to The Ritz
From Tower Hill to Belgravia Saturday, October 30th, 2021
This week I review Sachi and return to La Dame de Pic
From Mayfair to Piccadilly Saturday, October 23rd, 2021
This week I review Mantham and The Ritz
Paris Fine Dining Continued Saturday, October 16th, 2021
This week I review Le Cinq and La Table by Bruno Verjus
Paris Fine Dining Saturday, October 09th, 2021
This week I review L’Ecrin, Le Clarence and Kei.
From Chelsea to Mayfair via Marylebone Saturday, October 02nd, 2021
This week I review Mimi Mei Fair and return to The Wigmore and Gordon Ramsay
From Tower Hill to Chiswick Saturday, August 14th, 2021
This week I review La Dame de Pic and High Road Brasserie
From South Kensington to Ascot Saturday, August 07th, 2021
This week I review Coworth Park and Yashin Ocean House
From Bethnal Green to Chiswick Saturday, July 17th, 2021
This week I review Da Terra, Haandi and La Trompette
From Fitzrovia to Piccadilly Saturday, July 10th, 2021
This week I review Pali Hill and return to The Ritz
From Chelsea to Fitzrovia Saturday, July 03rd, 2021
This week I review Medlar and Noize
From Belgravia to St Margarets Saturday, June 19th, 2021
This week I review Zafferano and Le Salon Prive
London's newest 3 star Restaurant Saturday, June 12th, 2021
This week I review Aulis and Helene Darroze at The Connaught
Some Old Favourites Saturday, May 29th, 2021
This week I return to Sola and The Ritz
Restaurants Reopen! Saturday, May 22nd, 2021
I return to the Crown at Burchetts Green.
From South Kensington to Notting Hill Saturday, October 24th, 2020
This week I review Verderame and return to Bibendum
From Belgravia to Piccadilly Saturday, October 17th, 2020
This week I return to Zafferano and The Ritz
A Tale of Two Chakras Saturday, October 03rd, 2020
I try both Chakra branches and return to The Crown at Burchetts Green.
Eating in Kensington, Soho and Fitzrovia Saturday, September 19th, 2020
This week I review The Ninth, Gauthier and Il Portico
From Richmond to the Ritz Saturday, September 05th, 2020
I return to Chatora and The Ritz
Some Old Favourites Reopen Saturday, August 08th, 2020
This week I return to The Ritz and Hakkasan Mayfair.
French Cooking in St Margarets Saturday, August 01st, 2020
This week I review Le Salon Prive
Off to the Races Saturday, March 14th, 2020
This week I revisit Le Champignon Sauvage and Five Fields.
A Ritzy Meal Saturday, March 07th, 2020
This week I return to The Ritz
From Maidenhead to Mayfair Saturday, February 22nd, 2020
This week I review The Mayfair Chippy and return to The Crown at Burchetts Green
From Chiswick to Mayfair Saturday, December 07th, 2019
This week I review Sola and Comptoir Robuchon and return to La Trompette
From White City to Petersham Saturday, November 30th, 2019
This week I return to Dysart, Endo and The Ritz
London's Latest 3 Star Restaurant Saturday, November 16th, 2019
This week review Emilia and Napoli On The Road and try the newest 3 star in London: Sketch.
From Piccadilly to Westfield Saturday, November 02nd, 2019
This week I review Copper Chimney and return to The Ritz.
From Holland Park to Mayfair Saturday, October 19th, 2019
This week I return to The Greenhouse and review Julie’s.
From Egham to Mayfair Saturday, October 05th, 2019
This week I review The Tudor Room at Great Fosters, the new chef at Benares and return to The Ritz.
The Garden of England Saturday, August 31st, 2019
This week I review The Fordwich Arms in Kent and Casa Dino in Chiswick and returned to Caractere.
From Ascot to Maidenhead Saturday, August 10th, 2019
This week I return to The Crown at Burchetts Green and Coworth Park, and say farewell to Beck at Browns.
A Sushi Gem Saturday, August 03rd, 2019
This week I review My Old Place and Endo at The Rotunda, and return to The Square.
High end Paella Comes to London Saturday, July 27th, 2019
This week I review Lucknow 49 and Arros QD and return to The Ritz.
From Chelsea to Maidenhead Saturday, July 20th, 2019
This week I review Myrtle and return to Noize and The Crown at Burchetts Green
A Brief Tour of France Saturday, June 29th, 2019
This week I review Clos des Sens, Takao Takano and Troisgros in its new premises
Back to Michel Guerard Saturday, June 01st, 2019
This week I return to three star Michelin Pres des Eugenie and its casual sister Ferme au Grives.
A Ritzy Time Saturday, April 20th, 2019
This week I return to the Ritz and Royal China Queensway
From Mayfair to Bevis Marks Saturday, April 06th, 2019
This week I review Barullo and return to Alyn Williams at The Westbury
From Brentford to Burchetts Green Saturday, March 16th, 2019
This week I review The Crown at Burchetts Green, The Ritz and The Watermans Arms.
A Trip to Paris Saturday, February 23rd, 2019
This week I review Akira in Kensington and Le Clarence in Paris
From Tooley Street to Park Lane Saturday, February 16th, 2019
This week I review Santo Remedio and return to Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester and l’Amorosa.
Hamming It Up in West Hampstead Saturday, February 09th, 2019
This week I review Ham in West Hampstead and The Crown in Chiswick and return to Hedone
New Year Dining Saturday, January 05th, 2019
This week I review Hankies at the Montcalm and return to Hunan and Hakkasan
Coming up to Christmas Saturday, December 22nd, 2018
This week I return to Beck at Browns, La Buvette and The Brilliant
Adventures in the Home Counties Saturday, December 15th, 2018
This week I review Sorrel and return to Hakkasan Mayfair and The Crown at Burchetts Green.
Revisiting the Lovely Dysart Saturday, November 24th, 2018
This week I review Rigo and return to Le Gavroche and Dysart
Two High Profile London Openings Saturday, November 03rd, 2018
This week I review Kerridge’s Bar and Grill and Caractere.
From Pizza to White Truffles Saturday, October 27th, 2018
This week I review Leroy and 50 Kalo di Ciro Salva and return to Hedone.
Returning to London Saturday, October 13th, 2018
This week I try out the new chef at The Greenhouse and return to The Ritz and Dastaan
Exploring the Tokyo Dining Scene Saturday, September 29th, 2018
This week I review Mimosa, Fire Whole 4000, Il Ristorante, Le Sputnik, Atelier Robuchon, Tonta, Sushi Kimura, Savoy and Pizza Bar on the 38th.
Back in London Saturday, September 08th, 2018
This week I review Titu, Pure Indian Cooing and Brat and return to Tangawizi
London Fine Dining Saturday, August 11th, 2018
This week I review The Fish House and revisit to Core, Gordon Ramsay, Jamavar and The Ritz
Dining in Dublin Saturday, July 28th, 2018
This week in Dublin I review Heron and Grey, and return to Patrick Guilbaud and the Greenhouse
Hiding Above Ground Saturday, June 23rd, 2018
This week I review Hide, Neptune and the new chef at Pied a Terre and return to Beck and Browns and for a farewell meal at Marianne
Clocking Inn Saturday, May 19th, 2018
This week I review Dip In Brilliant and The Clock House and return to Noize and The Ritz.
Ambitious London openings Saturday, May 12th, 2018
This week I review Four Degree and Beck at Browns and revisit Hedone.
Roganic Returns Saturday, May 05th, 2018
This week I review Roganic and return to The Ritz, The Empress and The Brilliant
Three Stars Old and New Saturday, April 21st, 2018
This week I return to the 3 star Guy Savoy and Frantzen, and revisit Rambla in Soho.
Crowning Glory Saturday, April 14th, 2018
This week I review Cabotte and Lievito and return to The Crown at Burchetts Green
The Blackbird is Off To the Races Saturday, April 07th, 2018
This week I review The Blackbird and return to Noize and Club Gascon.
Putting On The Ritz Saturday, March 10th, 2018
This week I review Bistro Mirey and Farina Pizzeria and return to The Ritz and the Harwood Arms.
Singapore - Garden City Saturday, February 24th, 2018
This week I review Joel Robuchon, Les Amis, Song of india, National Kitchen and Shisen Hanten
New Year dining and an interval Saturday, January 06th, 2018
This week I review Duddels and Antica and return to Dastaan, Indian Accent and The Ritz
Christmas Dining Saturday, December 30th, 2017
This week I try the new team at The Square, return to Hedone and enjoy Christmas lunch at Darbaar.
Mixed week in London Saturday, December 16th, 2017
This week I review Xu and Bistro Vadouvan, and return to The Ritz.
Hibiscus becomes Bombay Bustle Saturday, December 09th, 2017
This week I review Bombay Bustle and revisit Gauthier and The Duke of Sussex.
Making Noize Saturday, October 28th, 2017
This week I review Noize and Ginza Onadera and return to Zedel.
Visiting Guernsey Saturday, October 14th, 2017
This week I review Melur and try a trio of restaurants on Guernsey.
Crowning Glory Saturday, October 07th, 2017
This week I review Il Pampero, and return to The Crown at Burchetts Green, Jamavar and Hedone
A Visit to Eugenie Les Bains Saturday, September 30th, 2017
I revisit Les Pres des Eugenie and Ferme au Grives
Old Haunts and New Restaurants in West london Saturday, September 23rd, 2017
This week I review Stecca and return to La Trompette, Tarantella and Amorosa.
New York State of Mind Saturday, September 16th, 2017
This week I review Cosme, Indian Accent, Le Coucou, Marea and Vaucluse.
Core Competence Saturday, August 19th, 2017
This week I review Core and Saponara and return to Gauthier and The Brilliant
Revisiting London Restaurants Saturday, July 29th, 2017
This week I return to The River Café, Dastaan, Madhus at the Sheraton and Hedone (again)
Interesting New Indian Restaurants in London Saturday, July 22nd, 2017
This week I review Gunpowder and Darjeeling Express, and return to Bonhams and Hedone.
A Trio of Three Stars in Southern France Saturday, July 15th, 2017
This week I review Bras, Regis et Jacques Marcon and Auberge de Vieux Puits
Summer Dining in England Saturday, July 08th, 2017
This week I review Bellillo, Rick Stein Barnes and return to Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons and Royal China Queensway
Home Counties Gems Saturday, May 20th, 2017
This week I review The Oxford Blue, Dastaan and Bibendum.
Exploring Tokyo Saturday, May 06th, 2017
This week I review Pizza Studio Tomaki, Iwai, Tonkatsu Sugita, Moti, Sitafuku, Seirinkan, Esquisse and Takiya, and return to Sushi Saito.
Seoul Food Saturday, April 22nd, 2017
I review La Yeon, Gaon and Pierre Gagnaire in Seoul
Eating on the Cote d'Azur Saturday, April 15th, 2017
This week I review Palme d'Or, Le Merenda and Comme Chez Soi.
A High Profile London Opening Saturday, March 18th, 2017
This week I review Dum, Ruben’s Bakehouse and Mere and return to Kitchen W8
Some Serious Dining Saturday, March 11th, 2017
This week I return to Waldhotel Sonnora and Schloss Berg, and review Duarte’s Tavern
Fine Dining in London Saturday, February 04th, 2017
This week I try The Square with its new chef, and review Shaun Rankin’s Ormer Mayfair at the Fleming, as well as returning to the Ritz.
StreetXO comes to London Saturday, January 28th, 2017
This week I review StreetXO and Flora Indica and return to The Ritz
From London to Chessington Saturday, January 07th, 2017
This week I review Saffron Summer, and revisit La Trompette and Seven Park Place
A week in London Saturday, December 24th, 2016
This week I review Jamavar and Zelmans Meats at Harvey Nichols… and return to Hedone and Umu.
A Visit to Monaco Saturday, December 17th, 2016
This week I review Joel Robuchon Monte Carlo and local restaurant U Cavagnetu, and return to Louis XV.
London and beyond Saturday, December 03rd, 2016
This week I review Veeraswamy and the new team at Coworth Park , and return to Talli Joe and Bonhams
A visit to Flanders Saturday, October 15th, 2016
This week I review Nuance, Blandford Comptoir and Citrus & Spice
Two Great Restaurants Saturday, October 01st, 2016
I revisit Hotel de Ville with its new chef, and return to Don Alfonso 1890
A Trip to Scotland Saturday, August 13th, 2016
This week I review 21212, Martin Wishart at Loch Lomond and The Isle of Eriska
Revisiting Hong Kong Saturday, July 30th, 2016
This week I try Arcane and The Chairman, and revisit Bo Innovation adn Tang Court.
From Suffolk to Macau Saturday, July 23rd, 2016
From Suffolk to Macau
Northern Skies Saturday, July 09th, 2016
I visit Oslo and try Maaemo and Stagholdergaarden
Two Iconic restaurants of France Saturday, June 25th, 2016
This week I review Stovells and Santa Maria in Chelsea, and return to Pic and Troisgros.
Dining in Tokyo Saturday, May 14th, 2016
This week I try Kohaku, Daigo, Umi, Butagumi, Kodama, Crescent and Uchitsu and return to Nanachome Kyoboshi
Beyond Kaiseki - the Kyoto Dining Scene Saturday, May 07th, 2016
This week i explore a variety of Kyoto restaurants, from the kaiseki of Nakagihashi and Tempura Matsu through to tempura at Takesebune and Yoshikawa, the French food of l'Embellir, try three unfamiliar sushi styles, an Indian restaurant and visit a noodle shop that has been running since 1465.
A Visit to Hamburg Saturday, April 30th, 2016
This week I review Piment, Anna Sgroi and Jellyfish in Hamburg and Bellanger in London
The Swiss High End Dining Scene Saturday, April 23rd, 2016
This week I review Cheval Blanc, Stucki and Rico’s and return to Schloss Schauenstein and The Restaurant at The Dolder Grand
A Mixed Week in London Saturday, April 02nd, 2016
This week I review Oliver Maki and return to Les 100 de Taillevent and Hakkasan Mayfair
Returning home Saturday, March 05th, 2016
This week I review Paradise by Way of Kensal Rise (spoiler: Paradise it isn’t) and return to Darbaar and Koffmann’s.
A Frenchie in London Saturday, February 20th, 2016
This week I try Duck & Rice and Frenchie and return to l’Amorosa and Hakkasan Mayfair
Wine and Food in London Saturday, February 13th, 2016
This week I return to Bonhams, Taillevent 110 and The Brilliant
From Dim Sum to the Ritz Saturday, February 06th, 2016
This week I return to A Wong, Haandi and the Ritz
Some Unlikely London Restaurant Locations Saturday, January 30th, 2016
This week I review Piquet, Belle Epoque and Paradise Garage
Lunch in Paris Saturday, January 02nd, 2016
I visit Chez Ami Jean in Paris, review Tokimeite and Raunka Punjab Diyan, and return to Parlour and Hedone.
Revisiting Some Old Favourites Saturday, December 05th, 2015
This week I review “I, Robert “and return to Gaylord, Koffmann’s and The Fat Duck.
The Cabin in the Woods Saturday, November 28th, 2015
I visit Damon Baehrel and The Modern in New York State, and try some highly rated burgers.
Taillevent Comes to London Saturday, November 21st, 2015
This week I review Les 110 de Taillevent and Foxlow W4 and return to Bonhams
Yauatcha Comes to The City Saturday, November 14th, 2015
This week I try Hoppers and Yauatcha City and return to Hedone, Amorosa and The Olympic Studios
A Visit to Alsace Saturday, November 07th, 2015
In Alsace I try Auberge de l’Ill and, over the border in Germany, Schwarzer Adler. Back in London I review Lurra and return to The Harwood Arms.
Further Exploring the Tokyo Dining Scene Saturday, October 31st, 2015
This week I review Kagari, Sushiya, Katsuzen, Makimura, Sushi Tokami and Florilege
A Cotswold Weekend Saturday, September 26th, 2015
This week I return to Whatley Manor, The Dysart, Amorosa and Hakkasan Mayfair
Seeing Stars in The Alps Saturday, September 19th, 2015
This week I try Le Bouitte in The Alps, Aventure in London and return to The Crown at Burchett’s Green
This Sportsman Life Saturday, August 29th, 2015
This week I return to The Sportsman, Tangawizi, Otto’s, Duke of Sussex and Hedone
From the sublime to the ridiculous Saturday, August 15th, 2015
This week I review Le Chabanais and Kadiri’s and return to Amorosa and Bonhams
London Old and New Saturday, August 08th, 2015
This week I review Celeste, the new Canvas, Inaho and return to Royal China
Ambrosia in Paris Saturday, August 01st, 2015
This week I review Oslo Court and Chutney Mary and dine at a pair of three Michelin star restaurants
In and around London Saturday, July 25th, 2015
This week I revisit Drakes at Ripley, Sixty One, Bonhams, Diwana Bhel Poori and The Brilliant.
A trip to Normandy Saturday, July 18th, 2015
This week I return to Sa Qua Na and review Comptoir et la Table in Deauville and Brasserie Thomieux in Paris
To Taiwan via Soho Saturday, July 11th, 2015
This week I review Bao and return to The Royal Oak, Bonhams, Caphe Guests and Hedone
The Ups & Downs of Chicago Dining Saturday, July 04th, 2015
This week I review Nico Osteria, Girl & The Goat, Shanghai Terrace, Next, Fat Rice, Grace and Sixteen and return to Alinea.
The Simple Pleasures of Eugenie Les Bains Saturday, June 13th, 2015
I revisit Les Pres Eugenie and ferme aux Grives
A collection of London openings Saturday, June 06th, 2015
This week I review Sukho, Taberna do Mercado, Melody and return to Bonhams
Behind the Bike Shed Saturday, May 09th, 2015
This week I review Rochelle Canteen and return to the Royal Oak, Hedone and HKK.
From London to Paris Saturday, April 25th, 2015
This week I review Heirloom and The Cross Keys, return to the reopened Locanda Locatelli, and visit Christian LeSquer’s new home in Paris, Le Cinq
A Visit to the Algarve Saturday, April 11th, 2015
I review Sao Gabriel and enjoy four meals at Villa Joya
Virgin Territory Saturday, April 04th, 2015
This week I review Shumiken and Terra Vergine and return to Galvin at Windows and Diwana Bhel Poori
Lunch at Dinner Saturday, March 07th, 2015
This week I review the Good Earth and return to Dinner by Heston Blumenthal and Hedone
New and Old Saturday, February 28th, 2015
This week I try Ristorante Frescobaldi and Shimagano and revisit Gordon Ramsay and Hedone.
Some Regular Haunts Saturday, February 21st, 2015
This week I try the re-launched Anglesea Arms and return to Hedone, Diwana Bhel Poori and The Watermans Arms
A Variety of Cuisines Saturday, February 14th, 2015
This week I try Caphe Guests and return to Medlar and Roti Chai.
Old and New Saturday, December 27th, 2014
This week I try Kouzu and the revamped Marcus and revisit Dysart and Hedone
Springing to Life Saturday, December 06th, 2014
This week I review Spring and Villa Geggiano and return to Hibiscus and The Brilliant
Busy at The Beehive Saturday, November 08th, 2014
This week I visit The Beehive and Asakusa and return to The Duke of Sussex and Hedone.
The Greenhouse Effect Saturday, November 01st, 2014
This week I try Salmontini and Sakura, sample the cooking of the new chef at Zafferano and return to the Greenhouse.
Saturday Night at The Movies Saturday, October 18th, 2014
This week I review The Olympic Studios, Tredwells and the new l’Escargot, and return to The Royal China
Back to London Saturday, October 11th, 2014
This week I review the new Butcher’s Hook venue and return to Pied a Terre, Amorosa and Hedone.
In Ghent Saturday, September 27th, 2014
I review Hof van Cleve , Pavilion, Chisou and Bombay Brasserie
From a Shoe-in Local Restaurant to The Ledbury Friday, September 19th, 2014
This week I review Shoe Shop and North China and return to The Ledbury and Kiraku
A Safari to Woburn Saturday, September 13th, 2014
This week I review Paris House and Brasserie Gustave and return to Blue Plate and Hedone
The Corbin & King Empire Expands Further Saturday, August 02nd, 2014
This week I visit Fischers and The New Angel and return to Antidote and Madhu's at The Sheraton
Over Hill and Down Dale - A Yorkshire Road Trip Saturday, July 19th, 2014
This week I review Yorkshire restaurants from Whitby to Ilkley
From Henley to Hounslow Saturday, July 12th, 2014
This week I review Orwells, Abeno, Blanchette, City Social, Fera and The City Barge and return to Charlotte’s Bistro
From Bavaria to the Black Forest Sunday, July 06th, 2014
This week I visit Heinz Winkler, Dallmayr, Acquarello, Uberfahrt, Schwarzwaldstube and Bareiss
Watching the Swiss Restaurant Scene Saturday, June 28th, 2014
This week I visit Anne-Sophie Pic and Berceau des Sens in Lausanne and return to Hotel to Ville
From Berkshire to Brentford Saturday, June 21st, 2014
This week I review Ting, 8 Hoxton Square and Cliveden and return to The Watermans Arms and Sushi Tetsu
Viva Las Vegas Saturday, June 07th, 2014
This week I review Guy Savoy, Picasso and Sage in Las Vegas and return to Parlour and Hedone.
Champagne Lifestyle Saturday, May 24th, 2014
This week I review Le Foch, Assiette Champenoise and Les Crayeres
Going Dutch Saturday, May 10th, 2014
This week I visit De Leest and Bord’eau in the Netherlands, and review Bird of Smithfield and One Kensington in London, as well returning to Hedone.
Going Dutch Saturday, May 10th, 2014
This week I visit De Leest and Bord’eau in the Netherlands, and review Bird of Smithfield and One Kensington in London, as well returning to Hedone.
A week in Hong Kong Saturday, April 26th, 2014
This week I review Sushi Shikon, Wagyu Takumi, Pierre, Ah Yat Harbor View, Tin Lung Heen, 22 Ships and Yah Yoh Heen
A week in Hong Kong Saturday, April 26th, 2014
This week I review Sushi Shikon, Wagyu Takumi, Pierre, Ah Yat Harbor View, Tin Lung Heen, 22 Ships and Yah Yoh Heen
From Madrid to Macua Saturday, April 19th, 2014
This week I review DiverXO and Punto MX in Madrid, and Robuchon au Dome, Eight, Don Alfonso 1890 and Zi Yat Heen in Macau.
City Dining Saturday, April 12th, 2014
This week I review 1212 and revisit Bonds, Sixty One and Lutyens.
Some new and generally disappointing London restaurant openings Saturday, April 05th, 2014
This week I review Manuka Kitchen, Assado and Pho and return to Hedone
The Antidote to mediocre Soho dining Saturday, March 29th, 2014
This week I review Antidote and Antico and return to The Square and Quattro Passi
in Paris and London Saturday, March 15th, 2014
This week I review Lockhart and Mr Todiwala’s Kitchen, and revisit Trishna, Hedone, A Wong and Pierre Gagnaire
Fine Dining in London Saturday, March 01st, 2014
This week I review Quattro Passi in Mayfair, and return to Cambio de Tercio, Hedone and Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester.
Canvassing opinion in Marylebone Saturday, February 08th, 2014
This week I review Canvas, Sixty One and The Brackenbury, and return to the Royal China
A variety of feasts Saturday, January 25th, 2014
This I try Al Waha and a Persian supper club, and having tasting menus at The Lebbury and Hedone
From Petersham to Wanstead Saturday, January 18th, 2014
This week I review Rextail, Source and Provender and return to Dysart
Winter in Venice Saturday, December 28th, 2013
I revisit Le Calandre and try Quadri in Venice, and in London review Foxlow and return to Launceston Place and Hedone
From the sublime to the ridiculous Saturday, December 21st, 2013
This week I review One Leicester Street, Lal Qila, Saporitalia and Story, and return to Madhus.
From Kew to Islington Saturday, December 14th, 2013
This week I review Smokehouse, Dalcha, Yashin Ocean House and Linnea, and return to Naamyaa and The Square.
The openings keep on coming in London Saturday, November 23rd, 2013
This week I review Keeper's House, the new Vinoteca in Chiswick, and return to Haandi, The Terrace on Holland Street and the Duke of Sussex.
A varied week of dining in London Saturday, November 09th, 2013
This week I try Casse Croute, Bo Lang and the new chef at Cotidie, and return to Dysart and Pied a Terre
From Barcelona to London Saturday, November 02nd, 2013
This week I review Abac, Enoteca and Bar Mut in Barcelona, Parlour in London, and return to Le Gavroche.
High profile London openings Saturday, October 26th, 2013
This week I review Boulestin, Gymkhana, Cannizaro House, Union Street Cafe and Fish and Chip Shop
Five days, five cuisines Saturday, October 19th, 2013
This week I review Mari Vanna, Marianne and Tudkin and revisit Hedone and Gaylord
Classy Chinese food in London Saturday, October 12th, 2013
This week I try Peking Duck at A. Wong and dim sum at Hakkasan, and eat at Janetira and Apsleys
That Riviera Touch Saturday, September 28th, 2013
This week I try the best the Riviera has to offer: Vague d'Or, Louis XV and Chevre d'Or. Michelin UK comes out.
New London reviews Saturday, September 14th, 2013
This week I try Dairy, La Mancha and Social Eating House and return to Coworth Park
A variety of London eating Saturday, August 10th, 2013
This week I try Little Social and Blue Plate, and return to Da Nang Kitchen and A. Wong
Persian restaurants in London Saturday, August 03rd, 2013
This week I try two Persian restaurants and return to Hedone and Koya
A new chef lifts Roux at Parliament Square Saturday, July 27th, 2013
This week I try Chakra and Swagat, the new chef at Roux Parliament Square, and return to La Trompette and Zuma
Michelin stars at the seaside Saturday, July 20th, 2013
I travel to Jersey and the Baltic coast in search of good food.
The Italian Lakes Saturday, June 22nd, 2013
I visit two restaurants in the Italian lakes
The new and the old of high-end Basque cuisine Saturday, June 08th, 2013
Azurmendi and Akelarre compared, and in London The Terrace on Holland Street reviewed and the Petersham revisited
Some old favourites Sunday, May 19th, 2013
Some favourite restaurants in London, along with one new Japanese restaurant
Further Tokyo Dining Saturday, May 11th, 2013
More Tokyo restaurants of various nationalities are reviewed
Balthazar comes to London Saturday, April 06th, 2013
This week I try Balthazar, and revisit Il Ristorante and Apsleys
A visit to Paris Saturday, March 30th, 2013
This week I try Taillevent, Guy Savoy, Tour d'Argent and, back in London, Ametsa
Eric Chavot returns to London Thursday, March 14th, 2013
This week I try Brasserie Chavot, the new chef at reopened La Trompette, and revisit Hedone and Locanda Locatelli
A trio of top meals at HKK Saturday, March 09th, 2013
This week I try Bincho Yakitori and return to HKK, The Brilliant and the Duke of Sussex
From Sketch to Gallery Friday, February 22nd, 2013
This week I try the Whitechapel Dining Rooms and Langans, and return to Sketch, Kitchen W8 and Diwana Bhel Poori.
Good food in, er, Watford Friday, February 15th, 2013
This week I try Colettes at The Grove and Sauterelle, and revisit Apsleys and Dan Nang Kitchen
Good food in, er, Watford Friday, February 15th, 2013
This week I try Colettes at The Grove and Sauterelle, and revisit Apsleys and Dan Nang Kitchen
Good food in, er, Watford Friday, February 15th, 2013
This week I try Colettes at The Grove and Sauterelle, and revisit Apsleys and Dan Nang Kitchen
I review a Soho institution Saturday, January 19th, 2013
This week I try Vasco and Piero Pavilion, and return to HKK, The Harwood Arms and Hedone
Alan Yau opens Naamyaa Saturday, January 12th, 2013
This week I try Naamyaa and Brick Oven, and return to Atelier Robuchon and Portes des Indes
The Cafe Royal reopens Saturday, January 05th, 2013
This week I try the new Café Royal and revisit The Empress, The Four Seasons and Tosa
I visit the Lake District Saturday, December 22nd, 2012
This week I review l'Enclume, and revisit Sushi Tetsu, La Trompette and Hedone
I visit the Lake District Saturday, December 22nd, 2012
This week I review l'Enclume, and revisit Sushi Tetsu, La Trompette and Hedone
Colbert comes to Sloane Square Saturday, December 15th, 2012
This week I try Colbert and reviist Timo, Seven Park Place and Royal China
The Quality Chop House is reborn Friday, December 07th, 2012
This week I visit the re-launched Quality Chop house, and return to Bradleys, Hedone, Zafferano and Gordon Ramsay.
A week including new reviews of Moreno and The Angler Saturday, November 10th, 2012
This week I try Moreno and Angler, and return to Racine and The Ledbury
A week dining in Washington D.C. Saturday, October 27th, 2012
A week in Washington D.C.
This week includes an outing to Winchester Saturday, October 20th, 2012
This week I try The Black Rat, Hot Stuff, The Seafood Grill and The Goring, and return to Hedone.
This week I try two ambitious London openings Saturday, September 29th, 2012
This week I try Chrysan and Il Ristorante, and return to Autre Pied and Zafferano
A visit to Geneva Saturday, September 22nd, 2012
This week I review Chemin de Chateauvieux and Tonkotsu and return to Briciole and Hedone
A visit to Geneva Saturday, September 22nd, 2012
This week I review Chemin de Chateauvieux and Tonkotsu and return to Briciole and Hedone
The old and new chefs of Cassis Sunday, September 16th, 2012
This week I try Chez l’Ami David and the new Cassis, and revisit 3 star Michelin Hotel de Ville
I complete my 3 star Michelin journey, at least for now. Friday, August 31st, 2012
This week I try Suda and Royal China Baker Street and Flocons de Sel, and return to Cotidie, Hedone and Tarantella
This week includes a new high class pizzeria Saturday, August 25th, 2012
This week I try Garnier and Sacro Cuore and return to Gauthier
A visit to Hokkaido, in northern Japan Thursday, August 09th, 2012
A visit to Hokkaido
A short visit to Hong Kong Saturday, July 28th, 2012
A visit to Hong Kong
I visit the latest 3 star Michelin restaurant in Germany Thursday, July 19th, 2012
This week I visited La Vie, the new Gate, Sonny’s Kitchen and Sushi Tetsu
A week in Ireland Thursday, July 12th, 2012
A week in Ireland
A busy week of eating, including the ambitious new opening Zedel Thursday, July 05th, 2012
This week I try Zedel and the new kitchen regimes at Apsleys and Petersham Nurseries, and revisit Le Gavroche, Cambio de Tercio and Hedone.
A week in New York Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
A week in New York
This week includes Japanese food in a Brentford boozer Saturday, June 16th, 2012
This week I try Signor Sassi and The Watermans’s Arms, and revisit Le Caprice and Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester.
All change at Launceston Place Saturday, June 09th, 2012
This week I review Quantus and the new regime at Launceston Place, and return to The Harwood Arms and Zafferano.
A new regime at The Greenhouse Saturday, June 02nd, 2012
This week I try the new regime at The Greenhouse, and revisit The Two Brothers, Rasa Maricham, Ragam and Hedone
Some old favourites, including The Ledbury Saturday, May 26th, 2012
This week I try The Ledbury, Medlar, Quaglino, The Roebuck and Tangawizi
The old and the new of London Saturday, May 19th, 2012
This week I try Olivomare, Ortolan, The Guinea Grill and Mishkin
A day out to the coast Saturday, May 12th, 2012
This week I review Pitt Cue, and return to Hedone, the Sportsman and Tom’s Kitchen
A trip to Dublin Tuesday, May 01st, 2012
A trip to Dublin
Catching up in London Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Catching up in London
Catching up in London Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Catching up in London
This week includes some off-the-radar Asian restaurants Saturday, March 24th, 2012
This week I try The Princess Garden and Shezan, and revisit Tom Aikens and Kitchen W8
This week features a return to Arpege in Paris Saturday, March 03rd, 2012
This week I try the DeLaunay and C London, and revisit Arpege and Royal China
This week includes new 3 star Hertog Jan Saturday, February 25th, 2012
This week I try Hertog Jan and Mele e Pere and return to The Admiral Codrington, The Bombay Brasserie and Trishna.
This week includes two new reviews of Thai restaurants Saturday, February 18th, 2012
This week I try the Heron and the new Blue Elephant, and return to Hedone, La Trompette, The Princess Victoria and The Brilliant.
This week I try the wildly popular MEATliquor and the revamped Quo Vadis Saturday, February 11th, 2012
This week I try MEATliquor and the revamped Quo Vadis, and revisit Apsleys, Le Cercle and Chisou
Some restaurants off the tube map Saturday, February 04th, 2012
This week I try Auberge du Lac and Chapter One, and revisit Giaconda Dining Rooms
Dining in Cambridge Sunday, January 08th, 2012
This week I try 36 and Alimentum, and return to Midsummer House, Apsleys and E&O
A Japanese Mayfair eatery opens in Chiswick Saturday, December 31st, 2011
This week I review Chisou W4 and #35 and return to The Ritz and The Brilliant
A week of fine dining in London Saturday, December 24th, 2011
I try Alyn Williams at The Westbury, and return to Hedone, The Ledbury and Zafferano
From Balcon to burgers Friday, December 09th, 2011
This week I try Balcon, Aurelia and the Admiral Codrington, and return to Yauatcha.
Joel Antunes opens a new restaurant Saturday, December 03rd, 2011
This week I try Kitchen Joel Antunes and return to The Harwood Arms, Patara and Hedone
Joel Antunes opens a new restaurant Saturday, December 03rd, 2011
This week I try Kitchen Joel Antunes and return to The Harwood Arms, Patara and Hedone
A varied week, including a return to Hibiscus Saturday, November 26th, 2011
This week I try Potli, Alloro and the new Sands End, and return to The Modern Pantry and Hibiscus
I venture off the tube map Saturday, November 19th, 2011
This week I try Coworth Park, return to The Duke of Sussex, and try out the new Roussillon
The top restaurants of Madrid Saturday, November 12th, 2011
This week I try the top restaurants in Madrid
A busy week revisiting some old favourites Saturday, October 22nd, 2011
This week I try The Ivy and return to The Bull and Last, The Mall Tavern, Amaya and Bistro Bruno Loubet
Dining in SE1, and other stories Saturday, October 15th, 2011
This week I try Jose and The Anchor & Hope, and return to Hedone, Kiraku and Yauatcha
A week in San Diego Saturday, October 08th, 2011
A week in San Diego
3 star Michelin Arnsbourg revisited Saturday, October 01st, 2011
This week I revisit 3 star Arnsbourg, and try Malina and The Four Seasons
I venture to Newbury Saturday, September 24th, 2011
This week I try The Yew Tree, Regency Club and Bleeding Heart, and revisit Cambio de Tercio and Hedone
From fish and chips to fine dining Saturday, September 17th, 2011
This week I try The Riding House Café, Kerbisher & Malt and Mandarin Kitchen, and revisit Marcus Wareing and Apsleys.
Pied a Terre after Shane Osborn Saturday, September 10th, 2011
This week I try Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria and Sushi Say, and revisit Pied a Terre, Diwana Bhel Poori and Fitou
Dining in Sydney Saturday, September 03rd, 2011
Eating in Sydney
Eating in Melbourne Tuesday, August 30th, 2011
Eating in Melbourne
A week in China Friday, August 19th, 2011
A week in China
Mumbai and Singapore dining Sunday, August 14th, 2011
This week I visit Mumbai and Singapore
Formans now have a restaurant Saturday, July 23rd, 2011
This week I try Formans, The Devonshire Arms and Hedone, and revisit The Duke of Sussex and Zafferano
The only two star Michelin food in Scotland Saturday, July 16th, 2011
This week I try Andrew Fairlie, MacCallums of Troon, Cay Tre, Esarn Kheaw and the English Pig
The Square revisited Saturday, July 09th, 2011
This week I try Koya, and revisit The Square, Cassis and Franco Manca
From Las Vegas to Wales Saturday, June 25th, 2011
The natural pairing of Las Vegas and, er, Wales
A week in the Bay Area Saturday, June 04th, 2011
A week in the Bay Area
A week in Chicago Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
A week in Chicago
London gets a proper sherry bar Friday, May 20th, 2011
This week I try Rhodes 24, Capote y Toros, Spuntino and the Fox and Anchor, and return to the Ealing Park Tavern.
Four new London reviews Saturday, April 30th, 2011
This week I try Ilia, The Mall Tavern, Joe Allen, Tapas Revolution and Pollen Street Social and return to Chez Bruce and Madhu’s
A trip to Honfleur Saturday, April 23rd, 2011
This week I eat in Honfleur, try The Olde Bell and return to Trishna and Diwana Bhel Poori
Medlar reviewed Saturday, April 09th, 2011
This week I try Medlar, Simpsons on the Strand and return to E&O, Zuma and The Royal Oak
3 star dining in the Alps Saturday, April 02nd, 2011
This week I try Schauenstein, The Restaurant and Capabilty, and return to Zafferano, Cambio de Tercio and the Dorchester Gril
A Japanese hidden gem in Ealing Saturday, March 26th, 2011
This week I try Kiraku and return to the Landau, Bar Boulud, Haandi and Windows
The Opera Tavern reviewed Saturday, March 19th, 2011
This week I try the Opera Tavern, Atariya and Chabrot, and return to Franco Manca
A busy week includes Dinner in more ways than one Saturday, March 05th, 2011
This week I try Royal China Putney, Chisou and Dinner and return to Ledoyen and Apsleys. Phew!
A trip to New York Saturday, February 26th, 2011
This week I visit New York, try Paradise and revisit the Harwood Arms
From Park Lane to Bayswater Saturday, February 12th, 2011
This week I try Amaranto and 28:50, and return to Clarke’s, Royal China and Charlotte’s Bistro
Roux at the Landau reviewed Saturday, February 05th, 2011
This week I try Roux at the Landau and the Golden Hind and return to The Petersham, the Modern Pantry and Café Spice Namaste
A busy week includes the new Cinnamon Kitchen and Hawksmoor Seven Dials Saturday, January 15th, 2011
This week I try Cinnamon Kitchen and Hawksmoor Seven Dials and return to Tangawizi, Patara, Caravan, Zafferano and La Trompette
The Savoy Grill reviewed Saturday, January 08th, 2011
This week I try the Savoy Grill, Grand Imperial and Dishoom, and return to Yauatcha and Gauthier
Two grand London hotel restaurants reviewed Saturday, January 01st, 2011
This week I try the Ritz and the Savoy Rover Room, and return to Rules and The Brilliant.
Cassis opens Saturday, December 25th, 2010
This week I try Cassis, and return to Cambio de Tercio and Zafferano.
A week of west london restaurants Saturday, December 11th, 2010
This week I try the Churchill Arms and return to the Harwood Arms, Michael Nadra, Diwana Bhel Poori and Franco Manca.
Sushi comes to Kensington Saturday, December 04th, 2010
This week I try Yashin Sushi and Dock Kitchen and revisit The Ledbury, The Bombay Brasserie, and the Duke of Sussex
Hakkasan Mayfair reviewed Saturday, November 27th, 2010
This week I try Hakkasan Mayfair, Rosemary Lane, Deux Salons and Yoshi Sushi
Le Gavroche revisited Saturday, November 20th, 2010
This week I try Chancery, North Road and Lamberts and return to le Gavroche, Dinings and The Bombay Brasserie
Vegetarian Italian cooking near Smithfield meat market Saturday, November 13th, 2010
This week I try Kiku and Amico Bio, and revisit Club Gascon, Koffmann, Tangawizi and Tarantella
A trip to Berlin Saturday, October 23rd, 2010
I visit Berlin, and return to Roussillon and La Trompette
I return to Tokyo Saturday, October 09th, 2010
I return to Tokyo
A trip to Edinburgh Tuesday, September 21st, 2010
I take a trip to Edinburgh
Serious dining in Germany Friday, September 17th, 2010
This week I try Goodman, and return to Christian Bau, Sonnora, the Royal Oak and the Fish Shop.
I venture south of the river Saturday, September 04th, 2010
This week I try Trinity, The Vanilla Pod and Santa Maria, and return to Michael Nadra.
Vegetarian food in London comes in many forms Saturday, August 28th, 2010
This week I try Vanilla Black and La Buvette and revisit Madhus, The Brilliant and Mr Kong
Two 3 star Michelin meals in France Saturday, August 21st, 2010
This week I try Auberge du Vieux Puits, Sushi of Shiori and Tinello, and revisit Michel Bras
The Harrow at Little Bedwyn reviewed Friday, August 13th, 2010
This week I try The Harrow at Little Bedwyn and Rosa’s, and return to Eastside, Charlotte’s Bistro, Skylon and Masala Zone
York & Albany opens Saturday, August 07th, 2010
This week I try York & Albany and Chutney Mary, and revisit La Trompette, Sams Brasserie, The Duke of Sussex and The Sportsman.
Pierre Koffmann is back Saturday, July 24th, 2010
This week I try Koffmann’s, Dinings, Cote and The Tower Inn, and revisit Zafferano
The Compleat Angler reviewed Saturday, July 17th, 2010
This week I try the Compleat Angler and the Victoria, and revisit The Capital and the Brilliant
I visit Danesfield House Saturday, July 10th, 2010
This week I visit Danesfield House, The Dean Street Town house and Joel Antunes, and revisit the Royal China
A pair of 3 star restaurants in Italy Friday, July 02nd, 2010
This week I try Da Vittorio and revisit Al Sorriso; back in London I return to Corrigans, Madhus and Franco Manca.
Dal Pescatore revisited Monday, June 28th, 2010
This week I revisit The Glasshouse, Haandi and Ragam, and return to Italy to Dal Pescatore
Cavaillon is a culinary oasis in the desert Saturday, June 12th, 2010
This week I try Cavaillon and the Painted Heron, and revisit Georges at the Cove and The Bingham
Viajante reviewed Saturday, June 05th, 2010
This week I try Viajante and China Tang, and revisit Diwana Bhel Poori
Gauthier moves to Soho Saturday, May 29th, 2010
This week I try Gauthier, Caravan and Jom Makan, and revisit Shilpa, Tangawizi and Kitchen W8
I return to the hills of Rome Saturday, May 22nd, 2010
This week I try Cafe Boulud, Roux at Parliament Square, da Felice and Pergola in Rome, and revisit the Fat Duck.
Miami vice, or at least dining Saturday, May 15th, 2010
This week I scour Miami for good food, try the French Table and return to the Waterside Inn
Gordon Ramsay revisited Saturday, May 08th, 2010
I try Al Barretta and revisit Gordon Ramsay, try the revamped Restaurant Michael Nadra and revisit The Bombay Brasserie and Franco Manca
Michel Guerard revisited - a week in Bordeaux Saturday, May 01st, 2010
This week I visit La Tupina and Pavillon des Boulevards, and revisit Michel Guerard and Fermes au Grives
Dining in Hampshire and The Cotswolds Sunday, April 25th, 2010
This week I try JSW, My Dining Room and Art du Fromage, and return to Whatley Manor and The Brilliant
What is in a name - Petrus Saturday, April 17th, 2010
This week I try Petrus, Wiltons and return to the Royal China
101 Pimlico Road reviewed Saturday, April 03rd, 2010
This week I try 101 Pimlico Road and revisit Locanda Locatelli and the Roebuck
Pied a Terre revisited Saturday, March 27th, 2010
This week I revisit Pied a Terre, Yupa’s Thai Kitchen, Eastside Bistro, Tendido Cuatro and the Princess Victoria.
Pinchito and a week of west London restaurants Saturday, March 20th, 2010
This week I try Pinchito, and revisit Shilpa, Princess Victoria, Kitchen W8 and Le Vacherin
From Barnes to north London Saturday, March 13th, 2010
This week I try Riva and Villandry W4, and return to Morgan M and Haandi.
Bruno Loubet returns to London Saturday, March 06th, 2010
This week I try Konstam and Bistro Bruno Loubet, and revisit Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester, Rasa Maricham and Franco Manca
Mennula reviewed and the Sportsman revisited Saturday, February 27th, 2010
This week I try Mennula, and Pizza East and revisit Kitchen W8, Tarantella and the Sportsman
Boho Mexico is still boo-hoo for Mexican food in London Saturday, February 20th, 2010
This week I try Boho Mexico and Adam’s Cafe and return to the Greenhouse and Royal China
There is real food in Tottenham Saturday, February 13th, 2010
This week I try the Lock, Whites and Charlotte’s Bistro, and revisit The Harwood Arms
Galvin La Chapelle opens Saturday, February 06th, 2010
This week I try Galvin La Chapelle and revisit Apsleys and Amaya
I review Lutyens Saturday, January 30th, 2010
This week I try Lutyens and Manson, and revisit the Sportsman
Some top restaurants of West London Saturday, January 16th, 2010
This week I tried Bstro K and returned to The Ledbury, Kitchen W8 and the Harwood Arms
Controversy in Italy Saturday, December 05th, 2009
This week I try Made in China, and revisit Odette’s, Le Gavroche, The Fish Shop on St John Street and the Brilliant.
This week I visited New York Saturday, November 28th, 2009
This week I visited New York.
A busy week including some Thai food Saturday, November 21st, 2009
This week I try Yupa’s Thai Kitchen and Polpo, and return to Kitchen W8, Clos Maggiore, Autre Pied and Tangawizi
Kitchen W8 opens Saturday, November 07th, 2009
This week I try Kitchen W8 and the Compass, and return to Texture and Royal China.
A trip to Vienna Saturday, October 31st, 2009
This week I try Steirereck and Palais Coburg in Vienna, visit Michael Wignall at the Latymer and return to Amaya.
A varied week in London Saturday, October 24th, 2009
This week I try The Roebuck and Brouges, and revisit Min Jiang and Haandi
Rules rules the roost Saturday, October 17th, 2009
This week I go to Rules, try Blue Pepper and revisit the Greenhouse, Amaya and the Brilliant.
This week I try Indian Zing and Mark Hix W1 Saturday, October 10th, 2009
This week I try Indian Zing and Mark Hix W1, and revisit the Duke of Sussex and Le Gavroche
This week I try the Cadogan and Eastside Bistro Saturday, October 03rd, 2009
This week I try the Cadogan and Eastside Bistro, and revisit Zafferano; Masterchef continues
A jaunt to Hambleton Hall Saturday, September 19th, 2009
This week I went to Hambleton Hall, Kiasu, The Rivington Grill and the Harwood Arms
Michel Guerard and Etxebarri Friday, September 11th, 2009
This week I went to Michel Guerard, Etxebarri and Ferme aux Grives, as well as Maze, Seven Park Place and the Bull and Last.
I visit Copenhagen Sunday, August 30th, 2009
This week I try Honeymoon, and revisit Le Café Anglais and Budsara. I also visit Copenhagen.
A trip to Ripley, believe it or not Saturday, August 22nd, 2009
This week I try Drakes, Lagoon Lounge and Fishers, and revisit the Brilliant.
Exploring the Boundary Saturday, August 15th, 2009
This week I try Boundary, and revisit Rasa Samudra, Pied a Terre and Zafferano
Michelin starred dining in London Saturday, July 25th, 2009
This week I return to the Square, La Trompette and Zafferano.
I return to The Sportsman Saturday, July 18th, 2009
This week I return to The Sportsman, Corrigans Mayfair and The Brilliant, and try the new tasting menu at the Fat Duck.
I visit the West Country Saturday, July 11th, 2009
This week I visit the West Country
I try Terroirs and Donna Margerita Saturday, July 04th, 2009
This week I try Terroirs and Donna Margerita, and revisit Haandi; the term “wilting” took on new meaning at Identita.
I visit Lyon and Wolfsburg Sunday, June 14th, 2009
A bumper week: I visit Lyon and Wolfsburg, revisit the Notting Hill Brasserie and Hereford Road and try the Tilbury Inn.
This week I revisit the Ledbury and the Sportsman Saturday, June 06th, 2009
This week I revisit the Ledbury, Tangawizi and the Sportsman.
I head Eastside Saturday, May 30th, 2009
This week I try Eastside and Franco Manza, and revisit Royal China and Launceston Place.
This week I visit Cambridge Saturday, May 23rd, 2009
This week I try Midsummer House, and return to Tangawizi, Zafferano, Ambassade de l’Ile and the Princess Victoria.
Aubergine revisited Saturday, May 16th, 2009
This week I eat at Aubergine, Launceston Place, Zaika, the Harwood Arms and Tarantella.
This week I try Harrison’s and High Timber Saturday, May 09th, 2009
This week I try Harrison’s and High Timber, and revisit Pied a Terre, Madhu’s and the Princess Victoria.
This week I visited Vendome and Schloss Berg Saturday, April 25th, 2009
This week I visited Vendome and Schloss Berg, revisit Foliage, and the Top 50 comes out
Michelin reveals its next guide Saturday, April 11th, 2009
A mainly (gastro) pub and curry kind of a week for me. Michelin reveals its next guide.
A trip to Milan Saturday, March 28th, 2009
This week I try Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia and Trussardi de Scala in Milan, try Fish Hook and revisit Le Manoir Au Quat’ Saisons.
This week I try The Moti Mahal Saturday, March 14th, 2009
This week I try The Moti Mahal and revisit Tom Aikens, Tangawizi, Zafferano and Ambassade de l’Ile.
An Indian food week Saturday, March 07th, 2009
This week I tried Sagar and Zeen and revisited Le Gavroche, the Harwood Arms and the revamped Bombay Brasserie.
A week in Hong Kong Monday, March 02nd, 2009
This week I was in Hong Kong.
I try The Commander Saturday, February 21st, 2009
This week I try The Commander, and revisit Tangawizi, The Square, Cambio de Tercio and Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester.
This week I venture to Croydon Saturday, February 14th, 2009
This week I try Fish and Grill, sample paella at the revamped Tendido Cuatro, and revisit Zafferano, Ambassade de l'Ile and Tarantella.
I try Kai and the new Marcus Wareing Saturday, February 07th, 2009
This week I try Kai and the new Marcus Wareing and revisit the Royal China.
The Bristol in Paris Saturday, January 24th, 2009
This week I try the Bristol in Paris and the Harwood Arms in London, and return to Helene Darroze and Haandi.
This week I try the Modern Pantry Saturday, January 17th, 2009
This week I try the Modern Pantry, and revisit One Lombard Street and Zafferano. And film another TV slot.
From Ongar to Le Gavroche Saturday, January 10th, 2009
This week I try Smith’s in Ongar and Bocca Di Lupo, and revisit the Princess Victoria and Le Gavroche.
A dismal experience at Chez Kristof Saturday, January 03rd, 2009
This week I try Chez Kristof, and revisit the High Road Brasserie and the Duke of Sussex
Andaman revisited Saturday, December 20th, 2008
This week I try Brasserie Roux and revisit Andaman, Madhu’s, The River Café and Zafferano.
I try the new Corrigan’s Mayfair Saturday, December 06th, 2008
This week I try the new Corrigan’s Mayfair and Khans, and revisit Le Café Anglais and the Brilliant. The Michelin Hong Kong guide appears.
Café Strudel - Austrian food in Sheen Saturday, November 29th, 2008
This week I try Café Strudel and the Ragam, and revisit The Abingdon and La Trompette. More Michelin news.
A trip to Amsterdam Saturday, November 22nd, 2008
This week I try Ciel Bleu in Amsterdam and Trishna, The Thomas Cubitt and Tierra Brindisa in London. Assorted Michelin guides appear.
I visit New Orleans, Las Vegas and New York, completing my tour of all 2008 3 star Michelin restaurants. Saturday, November 15th, 2008
I visit New Orleans, Las Vegas and New York, completing my tour of all 2008 3 star Michelin restaurants. Back in the UK, I try Croque Gascon and revisit Pied a Terre, the Cinnamon Club and Tatsuso.
This week I try Enoteca Turi and 11 Abingdon Road Saturday, November 01st, 2008
This week I try Enoteca Turi and 11 Abingdon Road, and revisit Hibiscus and Tangawizi.
The remaining Michelin US guides appear Saturday, October 25th, 2008
This week I try Brula Bistro and Karma, and revisit Haandi. The remaining Michelin US guides appear.
A visit to Berlin Saturday, October 18th, 2008
I try Avista, Medcalf and Bibendum, and Fischer’s Fritz in Berlin. Little change in the Michelin 2009 California guide.
I try Min Jiang Saturday, October 11th, 2008
This week I try Min Jiang, revisit Hakkasan and Zafferano and ponder the tasting menu at Ambassade de l’Ile.
Germany. It was the best of times; it was the wurst of times Sunday, October 05th, 2008
Germany. It was the best of times; it was the wurst of times (with apologies to Charles Dickens).
When in Rome... Saturday, September 27th, 2008
I try Tendido Cuatro, revisit the Greenhouse and Haandi, and explore the dining opportunities of Rome.
Only the Running Footman - run far, run fast Saturday, September 20th, 2008
This week I try Only the Running Footman, and revisit Ambassade de l’Ile, the Brilliant and Diwana Bhel Poori, and examine Aiden Byrne’s new book.
I visit Anne-Sophie Pic and Regis et Jacques Marcon Saturday, September 13th, 2008
This week I revisit Gidleigh Park, try Anne-Sophie Pic and Regis et Jacques Marcon, and pop up on the telly.
The Giaconda Dining Rooms is a delight Saturday, September 06th, 2008
I try the Giaconda Dining Rooms and the Bingham, and revisit the Duke of Sussex, Andaman and Zafferano
Murano reviewed Saturday, August 30th, 2008
This week I try Murano and Café Boheme, and revist Tangawizi, Ambassade de l’Ile and Tarantella.
I try the new Andaman Saturday, August 23rd, 2008
This week I try Andaman and the Botanist, and revisit the Brilliant. Michelin expands further.
Sonny’s is not at its best Saturday, August 16th, 2008
Things are not well at Sonny’s. I try the Princess Victoria, and revisit Helene Darroze, Patara and Royal China.
I try l’Anima Saturday, August 09th, 2008
I try l’Anima, Fino and the revamped Quo Vadis, and revisit Ambassade de l’Ile and Zafferano.
I try Helene Darroze at the Connaught Saturday, July 26th, 2008
This week I try Helene Darroze at the Connaught, and revisit the Red Fort. The “Scores on the Doors” yields some surprising results.
A week on the Riviera Saturday, July 19th, 2008
I try Le Petit Nice and Mirazur, the historical La Mere Germain and revisit Louis XV one more time.
Absinthe makes the heart grow fonder Saturday, July 12th, 2008
I try l’Absinthe, and revisit Petrus, Ambassade de l’Ile, Zafferano, Kiasu and Tarantella
Ambassade de l’Ile opens Saturday, June 28th, 2008
I finally try Latium, and am excited about Ambassade de l’Ile. I also revisit La Trompette and Haandi
Exploring the high end dining of Brittany Saturday, June 21st, 2008
Exploring the high end dining of Brittany
Further Tokyo dining Saturday, June 07th, 2008
Tokyo was a mixed bag in terms of food experiences. Back in the UK, I ate this week at The Capital Hotel, Blah Blah Blah, the Royal China and Madhus.
Pantechnicon reviewed Friday, May 23rd, 2008
This week I try Pantechnicon and Rooburoo, and revisit Rhodes W1, Roussillon, the Ledbury and Haandi
I try the newly re-launched Launceston Place Saturday, April 12th, 2008
This week I try the newly re-launched Launceston Place, revisit the Devonshire and the Brilliant, and bump into Albert Roux
This week I revisit Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea Friday, March 28th, 2008
This week I revisit Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea, try Bord’eaux in Park Lane and revisit Haandi.
I visit Cheltenham Saturday, March 22nd, 2008
I visit Cheltenham and try Le Champignon Sauvage and Lumiere. Mint Leaf has a chef change and I have a fine meal at the Fat Duck.
The Carpenter's Arms serves up tolerable food but hilarious service Saturday, March 15th, 2008
The Carpenter's Arms serves up tolerable food but hilarious service. Roka is still on form, as is local pizzeria Tarantella. Also, the Michelin waifs and strays.
A week in the deep south of the USA Saturday, March 08th, 2008
A week in the deep south of the USA. Also, Udit Sarkhel resurfaces, and other news.
Urban Turban reviewed Saturday, February 23rd, 2008
I try Urban Turban, and revisit Hibiscus, the Devonshire, the Brilliant and Diwana Bhel Poori.
I venture to the wilds of Croydon to try Le Cassoulet Saturday, February 16th, 2008
I venture to the wilds of Croydon to try Le Cassoulet, sample newly Michelin-starred Quilon, and revisit Atelier Robuchon and Royal China.
I try Rasoi Vineet Bathia Saturday, February 09th, 2008
I try Rasoi Vineet Bathia, Clos Maggiore, Dehesa and the Grill Room at Browns, and return to Diwana Bhel Poori.
I try the new Landau at the Langham hotel Saturday, December 29th, 2007
I try the new Landau at the Langham hotel, and return to Kastoori in search of top vegetarian Indian food now that Sabras has closed.
Rowley Leigh’s new Cafe Anglais Saturday, November 24th, 2007
This week I try Rowley Leigh’s new Cafe Anglais, revisit Odettes, find a pizzeria with a difference in Giusto, and savour a remarkable special at the Brilliant. The Michelin 2008 Spain guide comes out with little change, but by contrast the new Michelin Tokyo Guide lands with a thump.
Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester on its opening night Saturday, November 17th, 2007
I try Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester on its opening night. I find Semplice to be an impressive Italian restaurant, and have very enjoyable meals at Yauatcha and Haandi. Michelin Germany 2008 comes out, and arrives with a bang.
Hibiscus comes to London Saturday, November 03rd, 2007
This week I sample the newly opened Hibiscus, and revisit Gilgamesh, La Trompette, La Trenta, High Road Brasserie and the Brackenbury.
Vacherin revamped Saturday, October 20th, 2007
This week a revamp works wonders for Le Vacherin, I have another excellent curry at Haandi and try two Italians: my old favourite Zafferano and new kid on the block La Trenta.
Sichuan food near Boston Saturday, October 13th, 2007
In Boston, I enjoy the vibrant spicing of a real Sichuan restaurant, but am uninspired by two of the highest rated restaurants there. Back in London, Zaika shows how to make proper biriani.
The Ledbury sails serenely on Saturday, October 06th, 2007
The Ledbury sails serenely on. Indian cuisine meets Austin Powers at Mantra. The Brackenbury continues to set the standard for a top quality neighbourhood restaurant.
A week in Lisbon Saturday, September 29th, 2007
Lisbon has some great seafood but most places I sampled seemed unable to cook it very well. Tamarind is pleasant but pricey, and Foliage delivers a solid one star meal. Chefs seem to be queueing up to open in London in the autumn.
Normal for Norfolk Saturday, September 22nd, 2007
My foray to Norfolk is a culinary let-down, but a really promising restaurant opens in London at last. Diwana Bhel Poori and Zafferano continue to excel in their very different ways.
The Phoenix Palace rises from the ashes Friday, September 14th, 2007
The Phoenix Palace delivers a capable meal, which is more than can be said for the much-hyped Wahaca. La Trompette and the Brilliant were also on form. I go to a rice tasting, the new Good Food Guide comes out, and I'll be on telly on Monday.
Roussillon revisited Saturday, August 25th, 2007
Roussillon delivers another enjoyable meal, and an excuse to eat the gorgeous chocolate desserts here. Tangawizi continues to set a standard for Indian cooking that few in London can match, and Royal China continues serenely along.
I judge a TV dinner Saturday, August 11th, 2007
Pearl serves up a slightly inconsistent, though mostly good, meal. E&O seems busier than ever, and the cooking seems a little sharper to me than on previous visits. Haandi is as consistently excellent as ever, and I judge a TV dinner.
Petite Maison comes to Mayfair Saturday, August 04th, 2007
Does London need yet another over-expensive yet carefully marketed bistro? Le Gavroche delivers a solid, if imperfect meal, while the Brilliant is a rock of reliability and value in Southall.
Hof van Cleve and Oud Sluis - serious food Saturday, July 28th, 2007
A busy week. Haandi, Zuma and Yauatcha all deliver reliable meals, but the week was really all about comparing Le Manoir au Quat Saisons with Hof van Cleve and Oud Sluis.
Vendome has proper 3 star cooking Saturday, June 30th, 2007
I have a generally good meal at the Cinnamon Club, and I venture off the tube network, though only as far as the Hinds Head in Bray. I have a stunning meal in Vendome in Germany, but also meet Germany's answer to Basil Fawlty.
The finest of Knightsbridge reviewed Saturday, June 02nd, 2007
Meals this week at the Capital, Foliage, Hakkasan, High Road House, Madhu's and Agni. I also find the most expensive beer in London at a restaurant - £9 a bottle anyone?
Some good value Indian meals Saturday, May 26th, 2007
The Brilliant continues to live up to its name, and I manage to break the £10 a head barrier at Diwana Bhel Poori. I also return to Arbutus. On another subject, Marcus Wareing 0, Jill Dupleix 1.
Starry dining - The Fat Duck, Pied a Terre, Le Gavroche and Locanda Locatelli. Saturday, May 19th, 2007
Another busy week, with meals at the Fat Duck, Pied a Terre, Gavroche and Locanda Locatelli. After all that French and Italian food I needed a curry at Haandi.
A trio of Paris 3 stars Saturday, May 12th, 2007
Meals at The Square, Zafferano and Haandi all delivered, but then it was time to up a gear. Off to Paris and dazzling meals at Meurice, Ledoyen and Astrance, although Pre Catalan was hugely disappointing. London has nothing to fear on ethnic foods though, based on my poor Japanese and Vietnamese meals in Paris.
Manoir au Quat Saison revisited Saturday, May 05th, 2007
Manoir aux Quat' Saison produces a superb meal, and Tom Aikens also delivers a high quality experience. I venture into the world of fusion cuisine at Providores, and have an erratic meal at Michael Moore.
The weirdness that is Suka Saturday, April 28th, 2007
A busy week, with an erratic and costly meal at Suka, an excellent dinner at Roussillon and another at the Ledbury. I even ventured out of London to the Vineyard, and found time for a deeply mediocre curry in Hammersmith. At which place was I sat next to a movie star?
Chez Bruce purrs along Saturday, April 21st, 2007
Chez Bruce purrs along. Smiths of Smithfield wisely sticks to serving top class meat without too many distractions. Sadly chef Mark Jankels is no longer at the stoves of the Notting Hill Brasserie, and it shows. The Waterside Inn shows a few imperfections, though both the view and the bill are spectacular.
Tantris is tantalising Saturday, April 07th, 2007
A superb meal at Tantris in Munich, though a poor one at Acetaia. Back in London, Boxwood Cafe is disappointing and a chain burger beats its signature dish. I have an "Invasion of the Bodysnatchers" moment in Chiswick.
Munching in Munchen Saturday, March 31st, 2007
Munching in Munchen. A superb meal at Konigshof in Munich. By contrast Aubergine in London disappoints but the Brilliant in Southall is as reliable as ever.
The recently refurbished Gordon Ramsay revisited Saturday, March 10th, 2007
The recently refurbished Gordon Ramsay purrs along. A room with a view is the Petersham Hotel dining room. The new chef at Caprice hasn't changed the formula. I had an excellent tasting menu at Foliage and a cynically poor one at l'Escargot.
Scotts opens Saturday, February 17th, 2007
A fishy week, with meals at Scotts and the Fish Shop on St John Street. The under-rated Rousillon continued to show high class technique.
Bonds stock is high Saturday, January 20th, 2007
Bonds does a good meal despite a bear market in customers. A new tapas bar in Twickenham works well. Haandi continues to impress.
The ever-improving Notting Hill Brasserie Saturday, December 16th, 2006
A fine meal at the ever-improving Notting Hill Brasserie, and a general whinge about the cost of eating out on Christmas day.
1 Lombard Street shows how not to do front of house Friday, November 17th, 2006
A lengthy meal at 1 Lombard Street interspersed with stroppy service, but reliable fish and chips in St John Street. Fine curries at Rasa Samudra and the Brilliant.
Good south Indian cooking comes to Hammersmith Saturday, November 11th, 2006
Tasty South Indian cooking at Oottupura, reliable Chinese food at Royal China and ups and downs (but mostly downs) in Chiswick at Vacherin and new opening Carvosso's.
Sabras in Willesden is terrific Saturday, October 21st, 2006
Read about my visit to Ledbury. My review on Sabras in Willesden and also some important information about the Good Food Guide forcing councils to publish hygiene inspections of restaurants.
Roussillon revisited Saturday, October 07th, 2006
The 2007 Good Food Guide hits the bookshelves. Roussillon delivers an excellent meal. Chiswick gets a new gastropub, and a decent one it is.
Atelier Robuchon hits London. Saturday, September 30th, 2006
Atelier Robuchon hits London. It is good food, but the price is high. Mehek betrays no reason whatever for its recent award at the British Curry Awards.
Three London starred restaurants Saturday, September 16th, 2006
Pied a Terre produces a very fine meal. Yauatcha and Zafferano also show why they have Michelin stars.
The Square revisited Monday, August 28th, 2006
The Square purrs along, though it lacks real excitement. Jeevan in Wembley is not worth the trip.
Pied a Terre reopens Sunday, August 06th, 2006
Pied a Terre shines after its reopening. Zuma shows why it is so popular, and Patara is the best Thai restaurant in London. High Road House opens in Chsiwcik, and the luvvies love it.
Noisette does its best in an awkward site Saturday, July 29th, 2006
Noisette is pleasant but expensive, and Bjorn van der Horst shows the dining room his extensive English vocabulary. Galvins Bistro is fine, but I cannot really see what the fuss is about. Excellent Indian cooking at Rasa Maricham and the Brilliant in Southall, and the usual at Zafferano.
Notting Hill Brasserie reviewed Saturday, July 22nd, 2006
Mark Jankels is a fine chef, and the Notting Hill Brasserie an excellent spot. Bellamys in Mayfair was rather dull, but I have enjoyable meals at Trompette, Rasa Maricham and the Thai Bistro. Le Talbooth in Essex is a tragi-comic meal: beautiful setting, shame about the truly awful food.
Galvin at Windows reviewed Sunday, July 09th, 2006
Galvin at Windows is solid, but not cheap, while its wine list has some larcenous mark-ups. Trompette in Chiswick is consistent as usual, while Yauatcha has superb dim sum.
I visit Arbutus Sunday, June 25th, 2006
Arbutus seems perfectly pleasant to me, but I am surprised at the acclaim it is getting. Rasa Maricham serves up some tasty Keralan food, while Carluccio in W4 is downright poor.
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