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Shrimpy's latest London spot to open its doors for brunch

Information: 08 November 2012

There's a distinct theme emerging in London's restaurants this Autumn which no-one seems to have noticed. It has nothing to do with having a one dish theme like chicken or steak - nope, it's all...

Hot Dinners makes the Evening Standard Influentials List

Information: 08 November 2012

We don't often blow our own trumpets (well not much anyway) but - ahem - the London Evening Standard has just released its list of the 1000 Most Influential People in London and turns out we're two...

Tom Sellers previews new restaurant Story with Foreword pop-up

Information: 07 November 2012

[Updated 7/11/12 with dates of Story's opening and address] He's worked with the likes of Rene Redzepi at Noma, and previously with Tom Aikens, Adam Byatt and Thomas Keller. Now Tom Sellers is...

Quality Chop House reopens its doors in Farringdon

Information: 07 November 2012

Ever since it closed its doors in 2010 and turned into a Meatballs joint, we've been a bit mournful about the loss of the Quality Chop House on Farringdon Road. This Grade II listed building was...

StreetSmart launches its annual campaign for Londoners

Information: 06 November 2012

It's that time of the year again when you'll notice StreetSmart notices popping up on a restaurant table near you. We just love this campaign - it allows us to eat out AND do good - all at the same...

Roti Chai kick off a series of Monday night supper clubs

Information: 02 November 2012

The popular "Indian Street Kitchen" just off Oxford Street has just kicked off a series of supper clubs in November. Taking place every Monday from now until December, they'll be taking place in the...

Flat Iron to open new steak restaurant in Soho

Information: 01 November 2012

Earlier this year, Flat Iron completed a residency above the Owl and Pussycat with an aim to sell affordable steak to the masses. It was a huge success (we popped down and were impressed), so much...

Mo dining - London's restaurants & street food stalls supporting Movember

Information: 01 November 2012

It's the time of the year again when, over the course of the month, we see dodgy facial hair bloom into the finest moustaches - all to raise money and awareness for men’s health, specifically...

Hong Kong chef Alvin Leung to open Bo London in Mayfair

Information: 31 October 2012

[Updated 31/10/12 with opening date and dining room details] We've had it on our Coming Soon page for several months, but this week we heard more details about the upcoming Bo London from famed Hong...

James Bond Martini offer at Michael Nadra Primrose Hill

Information: 31 October 2012

It's not quite a BOGOF offer, but it's the next best thing. If you've just seen Skyfall and want to go for suitably Bond-style drinks afterwards, you should head to North London to Michael Nadra...

Langan's launches new bar, breakfast and Sunday lunch

Information: 30 October 2012

Langan's has been in the news recently as its Chief Exec Richard Shepherd, who had been in charge for 36 years, stepped down to make way for new CEO Brian Clivaz (previously at the Arts Club). But...

Moreno Cedroni to open restaurant at Kensington's Baglioni Hotel

Information: 29 October 2012

[Updated 29/10/12 with revised opening date and menu details] We've had a few Italian Michelin-starred chefs heading over to the London over the past few years to open restaurants with varying...

Heathrow gets in on the streetfood trend with a new park area

Information: 29 October 2012

It's not something we would have expected, to be honest - a form of street food is the latest arrival at Heathrow Terminal 5. The airport has created a small park inside the terminal to "give...

Danish steakhouse MASH to open in Piccadilly

Information: 29 October 2012

[Updated 29/10/12 with soft launch details] The minute Brasserie Zedel opened its doors in Piccadilly, attention turned to who would take over the huge upstairs space that was once home to Marco...

Ledbury is highest London spot on Sunday Times Best 100 Restaurants List

Information: 28 October 2012

The Sunday Times today released its list of Britain's Top 100 restaurants as compiled by Hardens. 52 London restaurants made the cut - up a few from last year but down from the 60 restaurants that...

Street food to try around Arsenal's Emirates stadium

Information: 27 October 2012

Living right by a football stadium undoubtedly has its drawbacks, but in the case of Arsenal's Emirates - there a few foodie compensations to be had to make up for the hordes of fans descending on...

Mallorcan week market at Maltby Street

Information: 26 October 2012

If the sudden winter chill is making you miserable, pop along to Maltby Street market this weekend for a taste of sunshine. As part of Mallorcan Food Week, some of the Balearic island's producers...

Wild Game takes over the residency at the Endurance

Information: 25 October 2012

The Endurance in Soho continues to set the pace for pub residencies with their latest announcement. Taking over for a three month period will be The Wild Game, who will be serving up venison and...

Lola Rojo expands with Rosita serving sherry and tapas in Battersea

Information: 25 October 2012

Lola Rojo, the Spanish restaurant and deli in Battersea, shot to fame a few years back when it was featured on Gordon Ramsay's quest for the best local restaurant on the F Word. Run by the husband...

Pierre Koffmann to host Protégés dinners at The Berkeley

Information: 24 October 2012

[Updated 30/10/12 with menu details] This November marks the 35th anniversary since legendary chef Pierre Koffmann opened his La Tante Claire restaurant in London. To celebrate, Pierre's asked ten...

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