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The Dairy launches Counter Culture next door in Clapham

Information: 04 March 2016

Hot Dinners Exclusive Very exciting news today as there's a new opening from The Dairy coming in the next few weeks. It's taking the space of the much lamented Deli next door to The Dairy - but...

Rainbow bagels go on sale in Selfridges

Information: 04 March 2016

So these new baked goods to hit Selfridges this week are, frankly, mesmerising. Rainbow bagels are apparently a huge trend in NYC right now and they've crossed the pond to London. Made by Yummies...

Encant tapas restaurant in Covent Garden will be Bravas Tapas chef's first solo venture

Information: 04 March 2016

Updated with confirmed opening date. We (and a lot of other people) were big fans of Tower Bridge Spanish spot Bravas Tapas, so news that the restaurant's co-founder Victor Garvey was opening his...

Obica mozzarella bar comes to St Paul's

Information: 03 March 2016

Fancy some mozzarella near St Paul's? Then the flagship Obica should do the job. It's the latest of five London restaurants and pulls together a 120 seat restaurant, mozzarella bar, deli, private...

New Indian restaurant Raj of Kensington hits West London

Information: 02 March 2016

There's a new Indian restaurant coming to Kensington - all inspired by British Raj India. With that inspiration in mind, they have dishes that include Ajwani Jingha (Tandoori style jumbo prawns) a...

Big Fernand are bringing out a VERY French burger

Information: 02 March 2016

It's the first birthday of French burger purveyors Big Fernand and they're bringing out what they're calling their "Frenchiest burger yet" to celebrate. It's "freshly-minced Charolais beef,...

Tom's Kitchen opening at HMS Belfast

Information: 02 March 2016

The latest Tom's Kitchen is opening somewhere a little different - right outside HMS Belfast parked on the South Bank. The new place even includes a rooftop bar, part covered - part opened, and an...

Fowl Mouths Japanese comfort food comes Clapham at The King & Co

Information: 02 March 2016

Updated - the residency has been extended to the end of March. The King & Co in Clapham's latest residency is Fowl Mouths. They've been running pop-ups and supperclubs for their Japanese food -...

Hawksmoor chef opens Rockadollar Dogs off Carnaby Street

Information: 01 March 2016

Taking over the newly-vacated space on Newburgh from Pitt Cue Co is posh dog purveyors Rockadollar Dogs. It's the brainchild of chef Richard Sandiford who has the little matter of just over 25...

Bob Bob Ricard to open Bob Bob Cite in the Cheesegrater building

Information: 01 March 2016

Updated 12/2/18 with opening date It's actually pretty amazing that Bob Bob Ricard hadn't expanded to the city before now, but details have been revealed for their plans to open Bob Bob Cité in one of...

Beyond the Cask whisky bar from Glenmorangie is coming back to Soho

Information: 01 March 2016

Whisky fans take note - another popular 2015 pop-up is making a return to Soho as Glenmorangie returns with Beyond the Cask. This year - as the title promises - it's all about the wood and casks...

Theo Randall to open new casual restaurant Theo's Simple Italian

Information: 01 March 2016

A Hot Dinners exclusive Theo Randall's a busy gent. Not only has he just relaunched his restaurant at the Intercontinental in London, but he's also got a new bit on the side. Theo’s Simple Italian is...

Trullo duo to open Padella pasta restaurant at Borough Market

Information: 29 February 2016

Updated 29/2 with launch details. Way back in the mists of time, the first restaurant story Hot Dinners ever broke was the opening of Trullo, just off Highbury Corner. Well, it's taken a little...

Kensington Place's Notting Gill Chippy is back

Information: 29 February 2016

Fancy some decent fish and Chips in Notting Hill? Kensington Place is bringing back their very popular pop-up fish and chip bar in March for two months - so here's your chance to grab a top fish...

Trying out Adam Rawson's Basque pop-up at the Newman Arms

Information: 29 February 2016

As anyone who came to our Elements party will know, chef Adam Rawson is certainly one to watch. He was proclaimed Chef of the Year at last year's YBFs after coming to attention heading up the...

Cotton's Rhum Shack is coming to Notting Hill

Information: 29 February 2016

They're already in Shoreditch and Camden and now Cottons is getting ready to bring a dose of Caribbean food to Notting Hill too. It'll be a similar style to the others, with LOTS of rum behind the...

Chef vs Science: Marcus Wareing tackles nation's favourite dishes

Information: 29 February 2016

Ever wondered whether it's science or technique that would win out in a battle over flavour? Well thanks to a new BBC Four programme you'll find out as Professor Mark Miodownick prepares to do...

More Ivy Cafes are on the way to Wimbledon and St Johns Wood

Information: 29 February 2016

The Ivy is continuing to take over London with Ivy Cafes - and two more are already planned for later this year. First up is Wimbledon Village - which gets a new restaurant seating 120 - as well as...

Swingers crazy golf is coming back to the City

Information: 25 February 2016

Updated 25/2/16 with opening date and full line-up A huge hit when it opened for a brief time in Shoreditch, Swingers is on its way back so it's time to brush up on your crazy golf skills. This time...

Zayane brings modern Moroccan food to Golborne Road

Information: 25 February 2016

There's a new Moroccan restaurant in town and it's worthy of note, particularly because of who they have in the kitchen. Zayane on Golborne Road has as its Head chef Chris Bower, who was previously running...

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