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My Manor - Diego Jacquet's local guide to Marylebone

Information: 30 November 2024

Diego Jacquet, Chef Patron of Zoilo and Florencio Pizzeria shares his favourite places near where he lives and works in Marylebone.

The big new London restaurants opening in December 2024

Information: 28 November 2024

December is when things finally start to slow down on the new opening front, but there are still some places to look forward to. From the latest opening by James Cochran to a great-looking rotisserie in Mayfair, here's what's opening in the run-up to Christmas.

The best things we ate and drank in November 2024

Information: 28 November 2024

A short trip to Paris, return visits to a few old favourites and a smattering of brand new openings all across London filled up our restaurant dance card for November.

My Manor - Sam White’s local guide to Greenwich

Information: 23 November 2024

Head chef of 45 Jermyn St. Sam White shares his favourite Greenwich places with us.

Where to drink Beaujolais Nouveau in London this year

Information: 20 November 2024

If you're a wine buff who loves the thrill of the new then heading out in London on Beaujolais Nouveau night is the perfect pairing for you. Be the first to try the fruits of the latest harvest with various events, wine tastings and parties going on around town for it.

The best new food and drink books of 2024

Information: 19 November 2024

It's time for our yearly run-down of the best food and drink books of the year. As ever, we are concentrating on books created by the people behind London's great restaurants and bars.

My Manor - Jose Rubio-Guevara's local guide to Elephant & Castle

Information: 16 November 2024

Jose Rubio-Guevara is the chef patron at Paladar and he's agreed to share his favourite local places in Elephant and Castle with us.

Ole & Steen go all out for Christmas 2024

Information: 12 November 2024

This year's Ole & Steen Christmas collection features everything from the perfect Christmas sandwich to Cinnamon Social-inspired socks.

My Manor - Amy Poon's local guide to Notting Hill

Information: 02 November 2024

Poon's London owner Amy Poon was brought up in the restaurant world, as the daughter of well known chef Bill Poon and is about to open her first store in Bermondsey. A resident of Notting Hill, she’s sharing her favourite local spots with Hot Dinners readers.

The best dishes in London

Information: 01 November 2024

We've rounded up the dishes that make this city such a great place to eat out, from carby favourites to unimproveable desserts and special sides.

The big new London restaurants opening in November 2024

Information: 31 October 2024

November is often one of the busiest months of the year for new openings and this year is no exception. We see the launch of two Thai food big hitters, a legendary pie maker returns and yes, Jason Atherton is at it again.

The best things we ate and drank in October 2024

Information: 29 October 2024

Trips to Ireland, Norfolk and Suffolk helped with our highlights this past month, along with an excellent new Mexican, barnstormingly good burger and the latest new bakery mash-up in town.

The best restaurants in London for star spotting

Information: 26 October 2024

There's nothing quite like the extra frisson of excitement you get when you realise that a serious celebrity is dining at the same restaurant you are. To help improve your odds on seeing an A-lister, here's our guide to London's best restaurants for star-spotting.

Celebrating Irish beef with a chefs' trip to the West Coast of Ireland

Information: 26 October 2024

Sponsored feature Bord Bia UK and Irish Beef welcomed a group of top UK-based chefs and restaurant owners to Ireland this autumn, in collaboration with HG Walter and Dawn Meats. The trip was an excellent opportunity to immerse these culinary experts in the world of Irish beef by showcasing the...

My Manor - Sham Mahabir's local guide to Peckham

Information: 26 October 2024

Trinidadian-born chef Sham Mahabir, owner of LIMIN Southbank shares his favourite Peckham food and drink spots with us.

The best pasta restaurants in London

Information: 25 October 2024

London's pasta scene could not be hotter right now - with everywhere from no reservation spots to fine dining restaurants doing great business. We pick out the best pasta to be had in the city.

New countryside inns and hotels for foodies

Information: 17 October 2024

Fancy heading out of London for a short break in the countryside? Here's our pick of the new openings with interesting food offerings, that you should consider.

Snails are having a moment

Information: 12 October 2024

If you hadn't taken note already, these delicious gastropods are turning up on menus all over the city, from classic restaurants to brand new openings. If you love them, then here's where to find them.

My Manor - Francesco Macri's local guide to Golders Green

Information: 11 October 2024

Francesco Macri, head chef and dough master at Alley Cats Pizza shares his favourite food and drink spots in Golders Green.

The best potato dishes in London right now

Information: 10 October 2024

We have nothing but the utmost respect for the late Douglas Adams, but when he wrote “It is a mistake to think you can solve any major problems just with potatoes.” he couldn’t have been more wrong. As proof, just look at these amazing potato dishes currently on the menus of London restaurants.

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