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The best restaurants delivering in London right now

Information: 02 January 2022

Over various lockdowns, London's food delivery scene has improved in leaps and bounds. We've gathered together what we think are the restaurants delivering the most impressive meals right now.

The best New Year's Eve at-home boxes & deliveries from restaurants

Information: 27 December 2021

If you prefer to celebrate New Year's Eve at home you can still do it in style. Here are some of the best NYE feasts that restaurants will deliver to your door.

The 2021 Readers' Vote - your favourite new London restaurants

Information: 20 December 2021

The votes are in! We've tallied everything up and here's what you chose as your favourite new restaurant of 2021 and why (with the rest of the top 10 for good measure).

The best new London restaurants of 2021

Information: 14 December 2021

As things get back to some kind of normal, some real gems of restaurants have been appearing over the past year. Here's our edit of the very best openings in London during 2021.

The Hot Dinners 2021 awards - the complete review of the year

Information: 09 December 2021

It's that time of year again! We're taking a look back at a year of dining - where we finally emerged from lockdown for an extended (and hopefully permanent) period. London's restaurant scene slowly built itself back up and there were some wonderful new restaurants. Here's our round-up of 2021.

Festive dining inside and outside at Harvey Nichols this winter

Information: 08 December 2021

Now that we're fully in the festive season, if you're looking for something a little different for a Christmas treat or are after a glamorous spot for winter alfresco then Harvey Nichols reckon they've got just the thing for you.

The ultimate guide to cocktail delivery in London (and the rest of the UK)

Information: 01 December 2021

We’ve pulled together a comprehensive list of cocktail establishments who’ve adapted to deliver their drinks direct to customers' doors as well as some great drinks delivery services and subscriptions.

New London restaurants opening in December 2021

Information: 30 November 2021

As the end of 2021 looms, things are quietening down on the new opening side - but there are still some very interesting new restaurant openings in December...

Choose Carnaby for festive fun, food and drinks in London this Christmas

Information: 21 November 2021

Take a culinary tour of the world without leaving central London - head to Carnaby for the best in food and drink.

The best new cookbooks of 2021

Information: 16 November 2021

As the year draws to a close, it's time to do a run-down of some of the best cookbooks produced this year. As ever, we have a particular focus on the books created by the people behind London's great restaurants.

The best Christmas tree decorations for foodies

Information: 10 November 2021

If you're more of an all-in person when it comes to Christmas tree decorations, then we have just the selection of food and drink inspired baubles (alas, not edible) for you to add to this year's tree.

New London restaurants opening in November 2021

Information: 28 October 2021

November is traditionally one of the busiest months for new openings and that's no different in the pandemic age. Here's our pick of restaurants that are opening their doors for the first time this month.

The best fresh pasta deliveries

Information: 20 October 2021

Given London's deep and abiding love for fresh pasta, it's not surprising that there are now a wide range of places delivering. So if you fancy some farfalle or want to send a pasta parcel to a friend or relative, there are plenty of pastafici ready to take your order.

The best Korean restaurants in London

Information: 14 October 2021

Food blogger Rollin Lee presents his guide to the best Korean restaurants in London for Hot Dinners readers.

Check out the brand-new Island Poké in Islington (plus save with our reader offer)

Information: 12 October 2021

Try this new Island Poké with its taste of the Pacific on Islington's buzzy Upper Street.

The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2021 - the complete list

Information: 05 October 2021

Hot Dinners takes a closer look at the top ten restaurants from the 2021 World's 50 Best Restaurants List to find out what's so great about them.

New London restaurants opening in October 2021

Information: 30 September 2021

Now we're firmly in autumn, there are many more new restaurants on the way to London. With so much opening, here's our pick of the key ones to look out for...