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Corbin and King are coming to Notting Hill

Information: 12 November 2019

While Corbin and King may have closed their Islington restaurant Bellanger, they're also getting ready to open a brand new restaurant in Notting Hill.

Gaucho's redesigned Charlotte Street restaurant will have a beef bar for counter dining

Information: 12 November 2019

The Gaucho group is back from administration woes with a new CEO and a new concept, starting with a reinvention of its Charlotte Street site.

Byron are relaunching with a new menu, including their first-ever brunch

Information: 12 November 2019

Twelve years is a long time in the burger business, so it’s understandable that Byron have decided to freshen things up a little. After welcoming celebrity chef and author Sophie Michell as their...

Singaporean restaurant Singapulah & Arôme has opened in Soho

Information: 11 November 2019

Soho has a new restaurant and bakery concept on Frith Street – Singapulah & Arôme – which they're claiming to be the UK’s only dedicated Singaporean site.

Market Hall West End on Oxford Street is London's biggest food court yet

Information: 11 November 2019

The march of the food court continues with the latest Market Hall coming to Oxford Street. A huge site, this features 11 food traders, 4 bars and a roof terrace too.

Mercato Mayfair brings the vibe of Mercato Metropolitano into the heart of the West End

Information: 11 November 2019

Update: See our Test Drive of Mercato Mayfair here We'll be honest with you, it's been over a year since we first announced details of Mercato Mayfair - the second market from the folk behind Mercato...

Now you can dine in the House of Commons during recess too

Information: 08 November 2019

We've already talked about how one of the few benefits of yet another general election is the opportunity to have lunch in the House of Lords. Now, if you've already done that, there's also a chance to...

Dessert parlour Hans and Gretel has opened in Camden Market

Information: 08 November 2019

Dessert fairy tale dreams have arrived in Camden Market with the opening of Hans & Gretel, a chain already popular across Greece, Cyprus and Turkey for its Instagram-popular creations.

Winemakers Deptford are the new permanent home for Klose & Soan

Information: 08 November 2019

After a tumultuous couple of years, Winemakers Deptford will once again have a fully operating restaurant in partnership with chefs Klose & Soan.

Richard Corrigan is opening Daffodil Mulligan restaurant at Old Street

Information: 08 November 2019

Update - read our full Test Drive of Daffodil Mulligan here. So the news is finally out. We've known for a while that Richard Corrigan had taken over the lease of the Irish restaurant Nuala, which...

Hawksmoor bring in a new cocktail list and Spitalfields gets new bar snacks too

Information: 06 November 2019

One easy recommendation for a great bar in London has always been the downstairs bar at Hawksmoor Spitalfields. Now, for the first time in nearly a decade, they've brought in a completely new...

Take a look at what's on this year's Taste of London winter menu

Information: 06 November 2019

The Christmas season has officially kicked off, and that means it's nearly time for the winter edition of Taste of London, taking place later this month at Tobacco Dock. Top chefs who'll be serving up...

Raj of Islington sees Kensington restaurant expanding to Holloway Road

Information: 06 November 2019

Kensington based restaurant chain heads north of the river to bring their take on classic Indian dishes to Holloway Road.

Bar Aspen pops up in Camden serving natural wines and acoustic tunes

Information: 06 November 2019

Lovers of natural wine should make note of a new one night a week pop-up opening in Camden this month. Bar Aspen will serve up natural and minimal intervention wines from the cosy cellars of Music...

Colette brings home-style cooking and a new deli to Chelsea

Information: 05 November 2019

Colette is a traiteur and deli on Fulham Road that's looking to bring a sense of home cooking to Chelsea. With an ex-Ritz chef in charge they'll be serving up a seasonal menu and running a deli for...

Batera will serve up daily pintxos at Borough Market Kitchen

Information: 05 November 2019

A month ago we reported the imminent opening of a new food hall at Borough, The Borough Market Kitchen. Now we've got more intel on one of the new traders that'll be setting up shop there. Batera...

Japan Centre Ichiba is celebrating Hello Kitty's 45th birthday with a special popup

Information: 04 November 2019

Now, we know Hot Dinners readers love a bit of Hello Kitty, so the 45th Hello Kitty birthday pop-up at Japan Centre Ichiba is probably going to be something you want to know about. Kicking off today...

Street Smart helps restaurants and diners give the greatest gift this Christmas

Information: 04 November 2019

In the run-up to the commercial moneyfest that is Christmas, it's always nice to have something to remind us that this time of year can also be, you know, about doing something nice for others. So we're...

Seb Myers is the latest chef to take charge of P Franco's induction hobs

Information: 04 November 2019

It's time for another change at P Franco, the tiny Clapton wine bar that manages to keep well ahead of London trends with only a few induction hobs to its name. If you're not familiar with them,...

SO|LA is taking over from Rambla as Victor Garvey goes Californian

Information: 04 November 2019

Rambla is no more - SO|LA is rising from its ashes. Victor Garvey has decided to close his Soho restaurant and replace it with a brand new place focusing on West Coast USA cuisine.

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